Tag: side dish

Korean Green Beans

It’s men’s health month and the more veggies the better! You’ll Need  2 pounds green beans, stemmed 3 Tablespoons sesame oil 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1 Tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger 2 Tablespoons sesame seeds 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Directions Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans...

Asparagus with Red Pepper Sauce

You’ll Need 2 pounds asparagus stalks 3 large red peppers 3 ½ Tablespoons olive oil 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar ½ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves Salt and pepper Directions Cook the asparagus stalks in lightly salted water for 4 to 8 minutes (depending on thickness), or until tender but still firm....

Greek Style Potatoes

  These potatoes complement many Mediterranean meals.  The olive oil works wonderfully with the lemon juice. You’ll Need 6 medium potatoes ½ cup fresh lemon juice 1/3 cup olive oil 2 teaspoons salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or pressed through...

Lemon Based Potato Salad

You can experiment with using different potatoes in this recipe. Try two kinds in one salad or choose the one that you enjoy best. It is a potato salad that can be enjoyed cold or warm and can be a part of a meal all year round. You’ll Need...

Cheese Sauce

  Yields 1 cup   You’ll Need · 2 Tablespoons butter · 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour · ¼ teaspoon salt · 1/8 teaspoon pepper · 1 cup milk · ¼ teaspoon dry mustard · ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese Directions · Heat butter in 1-1/2-quart saucepan over medium heat...

Bulgur Pilaf

  Serves 4   You’ll Need 1 Tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil   ½ cup chopped onion   2/3 cup bulgur, uncooked   1 1/3 cup water   ½ teaspoon paprika   1 Tablespoon dried parsley flakes   ¼ teaspoon dried thyme   ¼ teaspoon dried oregano salt...