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Verde or Green Sauce is made from a base of roasted tomatillos, onions, Serrano chilis and then blended with seasonings. A “sauce” is cooked, and a “salsa” is generally raw. It’s hard to beat premade Verde Enchilada Sauce to make this a quick meal.
WE often have various types of meatballs in the freezer, along with Stock – Chicken or Turkey. This meal is ready in minutes if you defrost Asian Meatballs earlier in the day. Home made Stock makes all the difference.
These meatballs are very versatile, similar tasting to a dumpling. We use them as part of an appetizer tray with dipping sauces or add them to a bowl of soup, Rice Noodles, Vermicelli, or over rice with steamed vegetables.
Any subtle flavoured fish will be perfect with the sesame seeds. Sesame seeds are one of the oldest cultivated crops, withstanding drought conditions while still maintaining a high fat content and nutty flavour. We serve with Sautéed Bok Choy and Oyster Sauce.
Belgian Endive is a bit of an acquired taste. A little bitter, it is especially used in French inspired salads, for crudities, and braised or grilled. Use any nuts or seeds you have on hand or prefer.
A great change from the usual beef burger! Perfect on a hot day with a chilled dry Sparkling wine.
Although using oil and vinegar to dress vegetables is as old as Ancient Greece and Rome, it became popular as a French dressing by the 1700’s.
Shrimp, lemon and tomatoes start to taste like spring! This Italian classic does not have the ever-present Parmesan Cheese and honestly, it’s so creamy you don’t miss it. We prefer to cook the shrimp on the side (in a little butter, oil and garlic; with …
Reminiscent of Italian Pizzeria’s, this dressing is as close to a bottled salad dressing as it can get; using better olive oil and mixes up in minutes with dried herbs. Use it on a salad or for a quick marinade before chicken hits the grill.
Madras Curry has a little more chili compared to other curry powders. This salad is perfect served over baby greens, alongside a light vinaigrette tossed salad, in a lettuce wrap or sandwich. It is so versatile! Use left-over chicken or buy a rotisserie chicken for …