MAR 2010 – Tuna and White Bean Salad

INGREDIENTS: 1 garlic clove 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 (15- to 19-oz) can cannellini or other white beans, drained and rinsed 1 (1-lb) seedless cucumber (usually...

FEB 2010 – Swiss Chard With Shallots

Serve this quick and easy side dish with roasted meats or vegetables. INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 shallot, finely chopped1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 bunches Swiss chard, rinsed well 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt INSTRUCTIONS: Cut off...

JAN 2010 – Turkey Chili

INGREDIENTS: 1pkg. McCormick Original Chili Seasoning Mix 1 lb. lean ground turkey 1 large can of stewed tomatoes, pureed or diced 1 large onion 1 green pepper 3 cans S&W or Safeway Pinto Beans INSTRUCTIONS: Dice onion and pepper and sauté in olive oil until...

DEC 2009 – Brussels Sprouts With Lemon

INGREDIENTS: 1 pound Brussel Sprouts, trimmed and halved 1 T extra virgin olive oil 1 lemon, cut into quarters and then into paper thin slices Kosher or sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper INSTRUCTIONS: Toss the Brussels sprouts with olive oil, lemon, salt and...

NOV 2009 – Corn and Black Bean Salad

INGREDIENTS: 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears) 1 cup diced red bell pepper (about 1 large) 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 2 teaspoons...