Cauliflower and Peppers

With this recipe, I like a mix of Poblanos, Corno di Toros, Padrons, and Hungarian peppers. It makes a spicy, tasty combination. Ingredients: 3 cups cauliflower, divided into 1-inch florets 3 cups mixed peppers, cut into 1-inch squares 2 tablespoons safflower oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 cup onion, ¼-inch slices 1 tablespoon ginger, peeled [...]

By |2016-09-07T07:53:00-07:00September 5th, 2016|Recipes|Comments Off on Cauliflower and Peppers

Millet Stuffed Peppers with Ginger and Tofu

Ingredients: 1½ cups water ¾ cup millet 2 large sweet peppers, halved lengthwise, and seeded 4 ounces flavored baked tofu, diced 2 medium carrots, grated ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro 3 tablespoons olive oil 1½ tablespoons low-sodium tamari 2 teaspoons minced hot peppers, such as padrons 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger [...]

By |2015-09-15T13:21:11-07:00September 15th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Millet Stuffed Peppers with Ginger and Tofu

Padron Pepper Frittata

Ingredients: 8 eggs ½ cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 1 cup Oaxacan cheese, small dice (or Jack will do) 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, or your choice of fresh herb, finely chopped and divided ½ cup onions, thinly sliced ½ pound pardon peppers, stems [...]

By |2015-09-08T14:22:56-07:00September 8th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Padron Pepper Frittata

Oaxacan Potato Soup

Ingredients: 2 cups finely chopped onions 2 tablespoons butter 5 cups chopped potatoes (peeling optional) 4 cups water 1 teaspoon sea salt 2 teaspoons prepared mustard 1 cup diced carrots (pea-sized cubes) 1 cup green peas, fresh or frozen ½ cup chopped pitted green olives ¼ cup chopped pardon peppers (optional) ½ cup sour cream [...]

By |2015-08-25T13:03:55-07:00August 25th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Oaxacan Potato Soup

Padron Pepper, Summer Squash, and Onion Frittata

Ingredients: 8 eggs ½ cup heavy cream ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 1 cup Oaxacan cheese (like mozzarella) 2 teaspoons fresh oregano leaves, or herb of choice, divided ½ cup onion, julienned ½ pound pardon peppers, stems removed ½ pound summer squash, cut into quarters or [...]

By |2015-08-04T14:40:16-07:00August 4th, 2015|Recipes|Comments Off on Padron Pepper, Summer Squash, and Onion Frittata

Oil Packed Pan Roasted Padron Peppers

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus 2 cups for packing 5 cups padron peppers, whole, packed tight ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional) ¾ teaspoon sea salt Directions: 1. Heat large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, about 2 minutes. Add oil and heat until just beginning to smoke. Add peppers (and chile [...]

By |2014-09-03T13:50:57-07:00September 3rd, 2014|Recipes|Comments Off on Oil Packed Pan Roasted Padron Peppers

Summer Squash Pasta with Marinated Onions

In this dish the 'pasta' is actually thin strips of summer squash. Ingredients: 1 cup marinated onion ringlets 4 cups summer squash, julienned 1 cup sweet pepper, sliced into pasta-like shapes 1 cup tomato, diced ½ cup fresh basil, chopped 4 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped 2 tablespoons rosemary, chopped finely ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped [...]

By |2020-03-11T07:50:56-07:00June 3rd, 2014|Recipes|Comments Off on Summer Squash Pasta with Marinated Onions

Grilled Pepper and Tomato Salsa

You can grill or broil the peppers and tomatoes. The timing is about the same. Ingredients: 2 sweet red peppers, halved lengthwise, seeded 2-3 Padron peppers, halved lengthwise, seeded 2 jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise, seeded 2 pounds tomatoes 1 small red onion, finely chopped ½ cup chopped fresh mint or cilantro 3 tablespoon red wine [...]

By |2013-08-27T12:46:44-07:00August 27th, 2013|Recipes|Comments Off on Grilled Pepper and Tomato Salsa

Steamed Broccoli with Sweet Peppers

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons lemon juice 6 tablespoons butter, softened 1½ pounds broccoli florets 1 cup sweet pepper, cut into thin strips ½ cup padron peppers, sliced thinly (optional) ½ teaspoon sea salt or to taste ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste Directions: 1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, reduce lemon [...]

By |2013-08-14T09:48:35-07:00August 14th, 2013|Recipes|Comments Off on Steamed Broccoli with Sweet Peppers

Padron and Sweet Pepper Frittata

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups (or more) strips of mixed peppers sea salt 6 large eggs 1/2 cup milk or milk substitute 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino or cheese of choice 2 cloves garlic, minced freshly ground black pepper chopped flat-leafed parsley or cilantro, for garnish Directions: 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. [...]

By |2013-07-23T15:48:25-07:00July 23rd, 2013|Recipes|Comments Off on Padron and Sweet Pepper Frittata
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