tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34767172907392711242024-03-14T02:44:12.727-07:00Succulent SuccotashCooking & Succulent Plants. Recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, corn-free, soy-free, oat-free, teff-free, and hemp-free. Friendly for Paleo, Celiac/Coeliac, vegan, vegetarian, Repairvite cleanse, and Virgin diet. Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger69125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-46269697463510707372016-11-05T17:33:00.000-07:002016-11-05T17:33:05.813-07:00Bo Kho | Vietnamese Beef Stew Recipe<span style="font-family: inherit;">I had a few Halloween potlucks lined up this year, so I decided to go all out. I wanted to go for a flavorful, hearty slow-cooked meal. My heart was set on <strong style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><em style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">bánh mì bò kho</em></strong> (<em style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">bah koh). </em><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">I did not realize it would take as long as it did, so be sure you dedicate a few hours to the whole process. But, it was worth the effort as my friends were all smiles and full bellies.</span></span><br />
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<span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can also throw on all the ingredients in a slow-cooker (crockpot), but I wanted all the flavors to develop and use the proper steps and techniques as it was my first time making this dish. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><strong style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Bánh Mì Bò Kho</span></strong><b> Recipe </b></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Recipe by Jane Oh Kim</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Total Time: </span>2-4 hours</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px;">Serving: 12</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ingredients</span></b></h2>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1/4 cup oil</span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2 pounds beef chuck, cut in 1 1/2 inch chunks</span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2 pounds beef flank, cut in 1 1/2 inch chunks</span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2 pounds beef stew cut, cut in 1 1/2 inch chunks </span></blockquote>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Veggies</span></b></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">12 large carrots, cut into big chunks</span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">3 sweet onions, cut into big chunks, divided</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes (1 lb.), or canned</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1 lb Yukon gold potatoes, optional<b><br /></b></span></blockquote>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Flavoring </span></b></blockquote>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">For meat marinade and broth (divided in two): </span></b></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6 shallots </span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">3 garlic heads </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1 large piece of ginger root</span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">3 lemongrass stalks </span></blockquote>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">For broth:</span></b></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">16 cups or 4 quarts of water, or beef stock or bone broth</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2 bay leaf</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1-2 cinnamon sticks</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">9 star anise, whole or broken</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1 1/2 tablespoons salt</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1/2 cup tablespoons fish sauce</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1/3-1/2 cup tablespoons soy sauce</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6 tablespoons palm sugar, grated, or granulated white sugar</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1 1/2 tablespoons chili flakes, optional</span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2-4 Thai bird chilies or jalapeño, optional </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Sides, optional</b></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">French baguette, toasted (recommended)</span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Jasmine rice, steamed</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Flat rice noodles</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Garnish</b></span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Limes, cut into wedges (recommended)</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Fresh cilantro (recommended)</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Thai basil (recommended)</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">White onions, thinly sliced</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Green onions, sliced</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Jalapeño, thinly sliced</span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Pickled onions</span></blockquote>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Steps</span></b></h2>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Prep </b>(Warning: There's lots of it)</span></i></h4>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Get your aromatics for the marinade ready. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Shallots and garlic: </b>Peel & mince. Split shallots and garlic in half. You will use half of shallots and garlic for sautéing the beef and the other half to make the curry paste. <br /><b>Ginger Root: </b>Peel & mince, or cut into cut into fine strips. Make about 6 tablespoons.<br /><b>Lemongrass:</b> Cut off root and tough ends. Peel of tough outer layers. Reserve the tender core. Cut into thirds. Crushed the stalks with the flat side of a knife. meat tenderize or the flat side of a knife, cut each into 3 pieces. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: white; color: purple;">Tips:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: purple;"> Throw all the ingredients, except the lemongrass stalks into the food processor. Pulse until roughly chopped to min</span><span style="color: purple;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">ced. </span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">Use a meat tenderizer to lightly bruise the lemongrass stalks. </span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">Use the back of a knife to smash the garlic gloves. The skin should peel off easily. Grate the </span>palm sugar for better absorption. </span></span></blockquote>
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<b><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Marinate the Meat</span></i></b></h4>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: , serif; font-size: 16px;">In a larger bowl, combine half of the minced aromatics, lemongrass stalks, fish sauce, soy sauce, 5-spice powder, sugar and bay leaf. Add sliced beef. </span><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 16px;">Mix well to evenly coat. Set aside to marinate 30 minutes to 2 hours</span>. <span style="color: #333333; font-size: 16px;">Reserve leftover marinade for broth. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;">In a small pan over medium low heat, add </span><span style="text-align: justify;">cinnamon sticks and </span><span style="text-align: justify;">star anise. </span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;">Toast until fragrant, about 5 to 10 minutes. </span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;">S</span>hake the pan or stir with a wooden spoon. <span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;">Set aside.</span> </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;">Heat about 1/4 cup oil in a small pan over medium heat and add rest of the minced aromatics. Heat until fragrant and slightly golden brown. Add chili flakes and stir for a few seconds until well blended.</span> </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkUWUk0XZ9fxPrBB_P300Y-vVqbM59-cR1SEP06xo2s0eS1raBNInKjFVtMPujeBeluJJUYJFLB6dokW_wzEKQ9m2QZBDHbayS9MrDWP8ZCJGTAtagjPMhgj9jJOhnsjAZsNms197dWnB2/s1600/IMG_3810.JPG" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkUWUk0XZ9fxPrBB_P300Y-vVqbM59-cR1SEP06xo2s0eS1raBNInKjFVtMPujeBeluJJUYJFLB6dokW_wzEKQ9m2QZBDHbayS9MrDWP8ZCJGTAtagjPMhgj9jJOhnsjAZsNms197dWnB2/s320/IMG_3810.JPG" width="240" /></a> </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">Lower heat to medium-low, add half of the onions and cook gently, stirring, until fragrant and soft, about 5 minutes. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">Cover and cook until mixture is fragrant and has reduced to a rough paste, roughly 15 minutes. Check occasionally to make sure tomato is not sticking to bottom of pan. If it is, stir well and splash in some water.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px;">In a heavy-bottomed 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil 1/4 cup of oil on high heat until hot but not smoking. Lightly season meat with salt. Working in batches, sear beef on all sides, then transfer to a plate. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-align: start;"><span style="color: purple;">Tip: </span></span><span style="color: purple;">As you set aside cooked meat, put some curry paste over it </span><span style="color: purple;">so the flavors can absorb into meat while you finish cooking </span><span style="color: purple;">the</span><span style="color: purple;"> rest of the batches. This is optional and a step I made up on the fly. </span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;"><i><b>Throw it the Pot</b></i></span></h4>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 16px;">In a heavy bottomed pot, like a <a href="http://www.lecreuset.com/round-dutch-oven">Le Creuset</a>, add paste, beef, and water. Give it a big stir, then cook uncovered to meld flavors, about 5 minutes. B</span><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 16px;">ring to a boil, then cover and lower heat. Simmer until beef is chewy-tender (close to being done), about 1.5 hours. Add reserved marinade.</span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 16px;">Add carrots & potatoes. Return to simmer, adjusting heat, if needed. Cook, <u>uncovered</u>, until carrots and beef are tender, about 30 minutes. </span> </span></blockquote>
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<span style="color: purple; font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-align: start;">Tip: </span>Cooking it uncovered will help reduce and thicken the soup. Cut the carrots into halves & thirds so they didn't become mushy.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px;">Remove bay leaf, lemongrass and star anise. Then serve with your choice of sides and toppings.</span></blockquote>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tips</span></b></h3>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">You can use one or all of the cuts, or swap with beef shank </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Stew cut (pre-cubed) is cheaper than chuck at Costco</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Slice the white oninons on a mandoline</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Try Three Crabs for the fish sauce</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you're gluten-free or like more high-end, try Red Boat</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you want to take the authenticity up another level, use <a href="https://www.penzeys.com/catalog/product.aspx?catalog=24&product=1216">annatto</a> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lemongrass can be purchased at Ranch 99, other asian markets, or speciality produce stores </span></li>
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<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Thanks to...</span></b></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Connie for recommending Three Crabs fish sauce</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Anha for recommending Red Boat fish sauce</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Recipe Inspirations: <a href="http://vietspices.blogspot.com/2011/11/bo-kho-vietnamese-beef-stew.html" style="font-size: 16px;">Viet Spices</a>, <a href="http://www.wsj.com/articles/SB10001424127887323936804578227681483271650" style="font-size: 16px;">Wall Street Journal</a>, <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/vietnamese-beef-stew-bo-kho-50177273">Epicurious</a>, <a href="http://www.theravenouscouple.com/2010/03/bo-kho-vietnamese-beef-stew-recipe.html">The Ravenous Couple</a>, <a href="http://gastronomyblog.com/2009/03/30/bo-kho-vietnamese-beef-stew/">Gastronomy Blog</a></span></li>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;">Enjoy, honey!</span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-13756862674933155522014-05-19T21:18:00.002-07:002014-05-19T21:18:22.818-07:00Meal Plan | May 2014 (Part II)Ever since I found out about my food intolerances, I have been feverishly scouring <a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/janeohkim">Bloglovin</a>. I definitely sleep later at night than I should because I'm searching for bloggers who cook the way I need to eat and make it look easy.<br />
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My stream of consciousness: I discovered <a href="http://www.bragg.com/products/yeast.html">nutritional yeast</a>. You can add it to nuts to make <a href="http://www.thisrawsomeveganlife.com/2011/10/walnut-parmesan-cheese.html">vegan cheese</a>! I introduced my pastry chef sister to egg-less chia eggs. I finally visited the <a href="http://republiquela.com/">restaurant</a> where she works. I was reminded, yet again, that the <a href="https://secure.vitamix.com/5200-Getting-Started.aspx">Vitamix</a> does NOT cook soups, even though they claim it does--unless you enjoy the raw taste of warm garlic and vegetables. I saw a garlic plant in its whole form for the first time.<br />
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<i>Hubby & I celebrated our 3rd anniversary. Hurray!</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px;">Photo Credit: Mollie Jane Photography</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMaJ10koKKkiQg_0qX2uwyKCeMOZQ4CqMN1JdKKhWJUnStOTNsrVVMV4r6CVtOGihM61NEmpKbANh_Beb6OzMy5JuMxCpgSXurZFcKUGtmdOYlH9fmRoghWYsMquUwvHxvCX4Luds2v3nV/s1600/IMG_7244.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="South Coast Farms CSA " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMaJ10koKKkiQg_0qX2uwyKCeMOZQ4CqMN1JdKKhWJUnStOTNsrVVMV4r6CVtOGihM61NEmpKbANh_Beb6OzMy5JuMxCpgSXurZFcKUGtmdOYlH9fmRoghWYsMquUwvHxvCX4Luds2v3nV/s1600/IMG_7244.jpg" height="640" title="Organic Garlic Plant" width="480" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Organic Garlic Plant</td></tr>
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Please read on for my meal plan.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Meal Plan</span></b></h2>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Dinner</span></b></h3>
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<b>Sunday: </b><i><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CCsQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.burgerparlor.com%2F&ei=LG5xU7TQK5PboASd64GIAw&usg=AFQjCNEy3JaRa-uCQqiEdTSw-yXpOvdoSw&sig2=19r5WF5RqQzdklZMo5Pvmw&bvm=bv.66699033,d.cGU">Burger Parlor</a> with Esther & Jason </i>Parlor burger, no extra seasoning, protein style (gluten-free), no special sauce (contains gluten), add pickles and fresh cut French Fries </div>
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<b>Monday: </b>Vegan "Fettuccine Alfredo" - zucchini noodles with non-dairy creamy cauliflower sauce</div>
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<b>Tuesday </b><i>Hubby was out, which meant</i><i style="font-weight: bold;"> </i>Gluten-free <a href="http://barbaras.com/products/puffins-family/honey-rice-puffins/">cereal</a> with blueberries & <a href="http://www.pacificfoods.com/food/non-dairy-beverages/nut-grain-beverages/organic-unsweetened-almond-vanilla.aspx">almond milk</a></div>
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<b>Wednesday </b><i>Anniversary Dinner at <a href="http://republiquela.com/">Republique</a> (Los Angeles) </i>Raw oysters, octopus salad, striped bass with seasonal vegetables, Prosecco</div>
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<b>Thursday</b>: <i>My sad excuse for a meal as I was rushing to <a href="http://purpleyoga.org/our-centers/fullerton/">yoga</a> class</i> <a href="http://myvega.com/product/vega-snack-bar/">Vega bar</a>, 8 slices of uncured soprestta, egg-free paleo cookie, coconut water</div>
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<b>Friday: </b> Pan-roasted chicken with Marcona Almond "Parmesan," cauliflower rice</div>
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<b>Saturday: </b><i>Dinner with Alex & Grace at <a href="http://www.green-bliss.com/">Green Bliss Cafe</a> </i>Curried chickpea salad sandwich on gluten-free bread</div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLxJ445uEwPkXeg28rfVUBdFFl6Kwgcb4snRyCZLQJTBliSARzpxzXUn3CdNK61vmw8W8DPCMDczFY9FD7Z9XTWSEvwOzZoF9mSU3zvTNSiYf_gRu250db_RQNjBAh6jTFr9nXJlewyZ4R/s1600/IMG_7232.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Zucchini noodles with creamy cauliflower sauce, vegan parmesan cheese" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLxJ445uEwPkXeg28rfVUBdFFl6Kwgcb4snRyCZLQJTBliSARzpxzXUn3CdNK61vmw8W8DPCMDczFY9FD7Z9XTWSEvwOzZoF9mSU3zvTNSiYf_gRu250db_RQNjBAh6jTFr9nXJlewyZ4R/s1600/IMG_7232.JPG" height="480" title="Organic Vegan Fettuccine" width="640" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vegan Fettuccine with "Parm"</td></tr>
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<tr><td><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVHUtYE7LCLPnsuq4-Y10FIdbiEGpONZ-LY_a8HEWa-K9UwN2vp6NoOZn2SgX1zf_bRTuJ2u3KxkObeHL3y5_9IsIcHqnF7T2jeyOFgqhEUXsFuT5BrGgok85Z4xrlJ2t1qETnejodzZB9/s1600/IMG_8138.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Gluten-free, dairy-free Branzino at Republique Restaurant in LA" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVHUtYE7LCLPnsuq4-Y10FIdbiEGpONZ-LY_a8HEWa-K9UwN2vp6NoOZn2SgX1zf_bRTuJ2u3KxkObeHL3y5_9IsIcHqnF7T2jeyOFgqhEUXsFuT5BrGgok85Z4xrlJ2t1qETnejodzZB9/s1600/IMG_8138.jpg" height="640" title="Striped Bass" width="640" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px;">My Entree at Republique</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXqDiJwvc3Z1kIdoWMkZFNvdgVIIu6SWRrW3lpN9sdMz-OVmuWB5x2-lOs38E0gBwzpJXzni8xuwQvjqiX5Z4ueUXRX4i2v9pKgndxmxKZ1pfi29s9CmEz-kR6ugnROMMKLbZYOAi5EJSd/s1600/IMG_7307.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Photo in front of the Layer Cake Bakery planter wall" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXqDiJwvc3Z1kIdoWMkZFNvdgVIIu6SWRrW3lpN9sdMz-OVmuWB5x2-lOs38E0gBwzpJXzni8xuwQvjqiX5Z4ueUXRX4i2v9pKgndxmxKZ1pfi29s9CmEz-kR6ugnROMMKLbZYOAi5EJSd/s1600/IMG_7307.jpg" height="382" title="Double Date with Alex & Grace" width="640" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Double date with Alex & Grace before they tie the knot!</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivWvusl4AnbXqYDzRBtq2C_WlCfinGKU1ZOrl-Fi8bvpiwhRglpwWhmIbUaUVuZuZJ97Up4vW2mUfUop9ERbQVWCRYTMZALnAYa6n0fIOCpPB5tkRaWayGTU1y9tRLDDJmgEY2WFVKchph/s1600/10294485_10103788067643959_2373291975441541974_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="NYC Engagement Shoot" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivWvusl4AnbXqYDzRBtq2C_WlCfinGKU1ZOrl-Fi8bvpiwhRglpwWhmIbUaUVuZuZJ97Up4vW2mUfUop9ERbQVWCRYTMZALnAYa6n0fIOCpPB5tkRaWayGTU1y9tRLDDJmgEY2WFVKchph/s1600/10294485_10103788067643959_2373291975441541974_n.jpg" height="426" title="Alex & Grace Engagement Photo " width="640" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our good friend, Alex, with his sweet fiancé, Grace</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Lunch</span></h3>
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<b>Saturday: </b><i>Lunch with Diana at <a href="http://www.ricemb.com/home.html">Rice</a> (Manhattan Beach) </i>Gluten-free tempura with vegan shiso aioli (in place of ponzu sauce), tuna rolls with kale chips served with shio-koji (in place of soy sauce), raspberry vegan cheesecake<br />
<b>Sunday: </b><a href="http://www.green-bliss.com/"><i>Green Bliss Cafe</i></a><i> with Esther & Young Hee </i>Gluten-free vegan waffle (includes xanthan gum which comes from corn) </div>
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<b>Monday: </b><i>Sorry, I don't remember</i></div>
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<b>Tuesday: </b><i><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-house-buena-park">Pho House</a> with sis </i>Vermicelli with soy-free chicken & shrimp (sans egg rolls)</div>
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<b>Wednesday: </b><i><a href="http://www.livegreen2go.com/">Green2Go</a> with Hubby </i>Bison burger protein-style <i>Check out my Yelp <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/green2go-brea-3?hrid=uUGQ_azwMmgp0vE7PLHcrQ">review</a></i></div>
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<b>Thursday</b>: <i>On the way to work, stopped by </i><a href="http://www.in-n-out.com/"><i>In-N-Out</i></a> Hamburger protein-style with whole grilled onions (no special sauce) + unsalted fries</div>
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<b>Friday: </b><i>Julie & Rachel (future Pharm.D) visit </i>Thai green curry with jasmine rice<br />
<b>Saturday: </b><i>"Panda's" Wedding at Old Ranch Country Club (Seal Beach) </i>Chicken with vegetables<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYHGtnpDrWJ_2LjiODcoGnW6QG9a31VlV2kZM2AXoZF91U060ye8loA2UuS72ddRmhqEnrSWpW9c3ii3AvGb6shPk4qJ-KCegDWOfVf89yAPqVmtMMme5dHx48zTNQWt4-u7Ilsh8Z5IoX/s1600/IMG_8055.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Gluten-free, Vegan Japanese Tempura at Rice (Manhattan Beach, CA)" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYHGtnpDrWJ_2LjiODcoGnW6QG9a31VlV2kZM2AXoZF91U060ye8loA2UuS72ddRmhqEnrSWpW9c3ii3AvGb6shPk4qJ-KCegDWOfVf89yAPqVmtMMme5dHx48zTNQWt4-u7Ilsh8Z5IoX/s1600/IMG_8055.jpg" height="640" title="Gluten-free Tempura" width="480" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gluten-free Tempura</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI903SYBso7oiWwC4Wd1CNz3F6JS85o64fU0F7ipD7uDr-TqwCTkDA8tQ9wwtxTqrLAV7Bm1NHaQHtXhx1hTcGEU4PwAm9_ndl5CEcaUp9csxTe-BRgg-nl3yTvsmE46Cu5531aDjklYWU/s1600/IMG_7227.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Egg-free Breakfast at Green Bliss Cafe (Fullerton, CA)" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI903SYBso7oiWwC4Wd1CNz3F6JS85o64fU0F7ipD7uDr-TqwCTkDA8tQ9wwtxTqrLAV7Bm1NHaQHtXhx1hTcGEU4PwAm9_ndl5CEcaUp9csxTe-BRgg-nl3yTvsmE46Cu5531aDjklYWU/s1600/IMG_7227.jpg" height="480" title="Gluten-free, Vegan Waffle" width="640" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gluten-free Vegan Waffle</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8vFf77XuH6XSTicwW-qyF3LOpoHu_TpkvdGAtNyHuIQ1PCKWSPy1WHeWdBKUerxJP8z4SakN03-tfjXRbNkJ9Hn_Gl9iUr087BFMAqqd-vVXZaUewkVwWVJZvOzRxpwr9VsfPJ3aHOULu/s1600/IMG_8195.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Lunch at Old Ranch Country Club (Seal Beach) for diner for food allergies" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8vFf77XuH6XSTicwW-qyF3LOpoHu_TpkvdGAtNyHuIQ1PCKWSPy1WHeWdBKUerxJP8z4SakN03-tfjXRbNkJ9Hn_Gl9iUr087BFMAqqd-vVXZaUewkVwWVJZvOzRxpwr9VsfPJ3aHOULu/s1600/IMG_8195.jpg" height="640" title="Gluten-free, dairy-free lunch" width="480" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gluten-free, dairy-free lunch at a weeding</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Breakfast</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-weight: normal;">Overnight quinoa "oats" (oat-free)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: normal;">Quinoa flake porridge</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: normal;">Gluten-free cereal with berries & almond milk</span></li>
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Snacks</span></h3>
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<li>Egg-free paleo chocolate chunk cookies inspired by this <a href="http://slimpalate.com/chewy-dark-chocolate-chunk-cookies-with-sea-salt/">recipe</a> <i>Thanks, Sis!</i></li>
<li>Organic fruit Smoothie: Apple, cucumber, baby carrots, orange juice, coconut water</li>
<li>Spa Water: Strawberries, mint, cucumbers</li>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjajTWKeRbSuX-xPw4n_sS9IWlcjGIset2unEsoUNbY4nE9o6VByFHzDyLXttaMSaV8N2YfzQKPRYw4sqcpXJleLzSPF620wFcEIwjGiiQzC5y9c4RpjwE9uqfWqjPffr0iXTK3WDppoRkw/s1600/IMG_8084.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Vegan, gluten-free, paleo cookie with homemade almond butter" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjajTWKeRbSuX-xPw4n_sS9IWlcjGIset2unEsoUNbY4nE9o6VByFHzDyLXttaMSaV8N2YfzQKPRYw4sqcpXJleLzSPF620wFcEIwjGiiQzC5y9c4RpjwE9uqfWqjPffr0iXTK3WDppoRkw/s1600/IMG_8084.jpg" height="640" title="Chocolate Chunk Sea Salt Cookie" width="480" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;">Eggless Paleo Cookie</td></tr>
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Do you think you'll try any of these recipes?</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0Southern California34.9592083 -116.4193890000000228.2410358 -126.74653750000002 41.6773808 -106.09224050000003tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-3814127837673443342014-05-12T17:40:00.002-07:002014-05-12T17:40:30.284-07:00Meal Plan | May 2014 (Part I)These days, I am trying to convince myself that my daily gluten-free cooking routine hasn't changed significantly after eliminating corn, soy, and oats. It's so hard to not have any dairy (oh, glorious cheese) and eggs.<br />
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Dinners typically follow the format of a grilled/roasted protein and vegetable-based side. I know starches are usually the third part of this trifecta, but gluten-free grains or carbs don't always have to make an appearance to make a fulfilling meal.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Organic CSA Basket </span><br />
It's the last basket of the Spring Quarter!<br />
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<li>(1) bunch scallion</li>
<li>(3) bunch late Spring Walla Walla onions</li>
<li>(1) bunch cilantro</li>
<li>(1) bunch black kale</li>
<li>(2) bunch red kale</li>
<li>(1) bunch beets with tops</li>
<li>(1) bunch baby turnips with tops</li>
<li>(1) bunch rainbow chard</li>
<li>(2) bunch collard greens</li>
<li>(2) large zucchinis</li>
<li>(2) cucumbers</li>
<li>(3) apples</li>
<li>(2) tangerines</li>
<li>(1) bunch broccoli</li>
<li>(1) fennel with tops</li>
<li>(2) avocados</li>
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Video: Here's a look at all the produce I get for just $35 every other week. Produce is harvested on the same day. Now, that's fresh!</div>
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Here's what I'll be making for the next two weeks:<br />
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Recipes marked with an * are from my latest <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/p/books.html">book</a> purchase called <i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Virgin-Diet-CookBook-Gluten-Free-Peanut-Free-ebook/dp/B00CT6YZSG">My Viring Diet Cookbook</a> </i>by<br />
Rebecca Lorraine. Recipes are gluten-free, soy-free, egg-free, corn-free, peanut-free, and sugar-free.<br />
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<b>Sunday: </b>Seollung tang (Korean beef noodle soup) <i>sans noodles </i>at <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/young-dong-restaurant-buena-park#query:sullung%20tang">Young Dong</a> <i>Note: Contains MSG</i><br />
<b>Monday: </b><i>Esther visits from South Bay </i>Balsamic oregano chicken*, cilantro lime rice, and <a href="http://eat-smart.net/products/product_salads.aspx?id=43">sweet kale salad</a> with Oro Blanco<br />
<b>Tuesday: </b>Turkey sausage, kale, & white bean soup*<br />
<b>Wednesday: </b><a href="http://www.inspiralized.com/2014/03/11/part-1-takeout-fakeout-vegetarian-sweet-potato-fried-rice/">Sweet potato fried rice</a> with leftover chicken, cubed<br />
<b>Thursday: </b><a href="http://www.inspiralized.com/2014/01/13/spiralized-mac-and-cheese-two-ways-butternut-squash-sweet-potato/">Butternut squash "mac" and cheese</a>, sweet kale salad mix, <a href="http://soul.food.com/recipe/crock-pot-collard-greens-and-ham-86387">slow-cooker collard greens</a> (plus beet greens) <i>I used vegan (dairy-free), soy free cheese, but you are welcome to use dairy cheese (I would if I could!)</i><br />
<b>Friday: </b><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Grilled-chicken-recipe-with-sage_-rosemary_-and-garlic-dried-herb-rub-309652?columns=5&position=1%2F55">Dijon & herb roasted chicken</a>; <a href="http://summertomato.com/quick-fix-2-chard/">rainbow chard with pistachios & mint</a><br />
<b>Saturday: </b><i>Homemade Japanese <a href="http://www.ifoodstory.com/workshop/ramen-run-down-2/">ramen workshop</a> at LA's <a href="http://www.ifoodstory.com/">Food Story</a> for</i> <i>Mel's Bachelorette Party </i>Soy-free tonkotsu (pork) broth with 100% buckwheat noodles<br />
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Photo: Monday's Dinner for Esther<br />
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Sunday: </b><i>L&L BBQ's </i>grilled chicken salad with no dressing; brown & white rice<br />
<b>Monday: </b><i><a href="http://www.bjsbrewhouse.com/sites/default/files/files/G%26A_0214.pdf">BJ's</a> for DHL's Birthday</i><br />
<b>Tuesday: </b>Soy-free, gluten-free <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/asian-grilled-salmon-recipe.html">teriyaki salmon</a> & <a href="http://www.loveandoliveoil.com/2010/07/scallion-pancakes.html">scallion pancakes</a> (saving a couple for Friday)<br />
<b>Wednesday: </b>Grilled steaks with cilantro <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/09/grilledchimichurrishrimp.html">chimichurri</a>, grilled Walla Walla spring onions<br />
<b>Thursday: </b><i>Haein visits for </i><a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/fennel-crusted-pork-chops-with-potatoes-and-shallots">Fennel-crusted pork chops</a>; balsamic-glazed <a href="http://www.kalynskitchen.com/2007/03/easy-south-beach-recipes-roasted.html">roasted baby turnips</a><br />
<b>Friday: </b><a href="http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipe/zesty-quinoa-broccoli-and-cashews">Quinoa bowl</a> with broccoli, cashews, and vegan soy-free cheese; roasted chicken<br />
<b>Saturday: </b><i>Sonya's Bachelorette Party at <a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CCsQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffaithandflowerla.com%2F&ei=_GhxU4PLK5HdoATm1IGoCQ&usg=AFQjCNGnOS4KLee1NF5Mr1pr27QofCNqwQ&sig2=lcnIhdEsEGufiw3EoMvPNg&bvm=bv.66699033,d.cGU">Faith & Flower</a> </i>Braised lamb shoulder, whole Red Tai Snapper, raw oysters with pink peppercorn mignonette, butter lettuce salad<br />
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Photo: My good friends, DHL & Stella (I did <a href="http://www.janeohkim.com/lifestyle">makeup</a> for both of them for their engagement shoot) <i>Happy Birthday, DHL!</i><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Photo: Ramen in tonkotsu broth with chashu pork and soft-boiled egg. Note: This version contains soy, gluten, and eggs.</span></div>
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<li>Simple Sunday Brunch <i>Natalie & Rina Visit</i></li>
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<li>Sunny-side egg (for guests), bacon, arugula salad in lemon vinaigrette, yogurt parfaits with organic strawberries and blackberries </li>
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<li><a href="http://chex.com/Recipes/GlutenFree.aspx">Gluten-free Rice Chex</a> with <a href="http://www.tastethedream.com/products/product/1458/202.php">Rice Dream</a> organic unsweetened rice milk</li>
<li>Raw avocado with pink Himalayan sea salt</li>
<li><a href="http://www.greenjuiceaday.com/green-juice-recipes-beginners/">Spring Cooler</a>: Fuji apple, cucumber, ginger root, sweet mint</li>
<li>Green Juice: Red kale, cucumber, lemon</li>
<li>Green Juice: Black kale, cucumber, apples</li>
<li><a href="http://blog.foodnetwork.com/healthyeats/2014/03/04/smoothie-of-the-month-banana-date-cashew/">Banana, Date, & Cashew Smoothie</a> with <a href="http://vegasport.com/product/performance-protein/">Vega Sport</a> vanilla protein powder <b><span style="font-weight: normal;">(requires overnight prep)</span></b></li>
<li>Homemade coconut yogurt with fresh berries</li>
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Photo: Fresh "coyo" with berries</div>
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<li>Roasted beets with red kale salad</li>
<li>Black kale with avocado & pickled red onion <a href="http://food52.com/recipes/17797-kale-with-avocado-and-pickled-red-onions">salad</a> with bacon</li>
<li>Red kale <a href="http://food52.com/recipes/26416-raw-red-kale-salad-w-dried-cranberries-toasted-pine-nuts">salad</a> with cranberries & pine nuts with roasted chicken</li>
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<li>Homemade Organic Vegetable Stock: Turnip greens, flat leaf parsley, kohlrabi, fennel, kale stems, onion, garlic, dark greens of scallions & spring onions, peppercorns</li>
<li>Fennel tops for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/seafood-stock-recipe.html">seafood stock</a> (when I have fish bones or shrimp shells on hand)</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/sriracha-fridge-pickles">Sriracha Fridge Pickles</a></li>
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<li>Organic baked potato</li>
<li><a href="http://earthbalancenatural.com/product/sea-salt-flavor-kettle-chips/">Gluten-free potato chips</a> with fresh guacamole</li>
<li>Dairy-free, gluten-free raw <a href="http://shop.kaiafoods.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=Kale%2DKrunch%2DSuperfood">kale chips</a> <i>This tastes completely different from traditional fried/baked/dehydrated kale chips</i></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Feedback</span><br />
How do you like my new meal plan format? Tell me what you think by commenting below.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-62892766959912204172014-04-30T13:56:00.000-07:002014-04-30T13:56:17.189-07:00Meal Plan | April 2014 (Part I)<span style="background-color: white;">(Very) Long time, no see. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Where have I been?!</span><br />
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During Lent, I decided to take a step back from promoting myself (e.g., this blog and my <a href="http://glamohmakeup.com/">business</a>), particularly on social media. I wanted to focus on my full-time job, husband, our home, and mentoring younger women in my community.<br />
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On top of that, I recently discovered, in addition to gluten, that I am also intolerant to even more foods, quite significant ones. Want details? Check out the new <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/p/about-me.html">About Me</a> section.<br />
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With the overwhelming news, I returned to my blog to help me be more proactive about what I buy, cook, and eat. (The good news is that there <i>are</i> people out there like me, and their blogs have been a comfort and inspiration to me.)<br />
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Now that Spring is in full swing, I decided to expand my herb garden, attempt to grow some vegetables, and even <a href="http://unclejimswormfarm.com/">worm compost</a>!<br />
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I was a busy little shopper earlier this month. Read on to see all the yummy ingredients that I got and a meal plan to boot.<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-size: large;"><b>Organic CSA Basket for </b></span><b style="font-size: x-large;">April 9th </b><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">(3) fennel bulbs with stalks</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">(1) bunch red chard</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">(1) romanesco</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">(1) bunch scallions</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">(1) bunch turnips</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">(1) bunch curly kale</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">(1) bunch red kale</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">(1) bunch beets</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">(1) bunch Lacinato Kale</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">(1) pint strawberries</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">(1) bunch collard greens</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">(1) kohlrabi</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">(1) cabbage</span><br />
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<b><a href="http://www.torranceca.gov/Parks/6620.htm"><span style="font-size: large;">Torrance Farmer's Market</span></a></b><br />
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<li>Oro Blanco</li>
<li>Homemade goat cheese from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SoledadGoats">Soledad Goat Farm</a> <i>Amazing!</i></li>
<li>Organic strawberries</li>
<li>Black kale plant (AKA Lacinato, Tuscan, or Dinosaur kale)</li>
<li><a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/shiso-the-delicious-little-plant-that-could-193054">Shiso leaf</a> plant <i>Japanese green that looks like Korean <a href="http://www.seriouseats.com/2011/07/seriously-asian-perilla-leaves.html">perilla leaves</a>, tastes like a floral, herby combination of basil, fennel & mint</i></li>
<li>Lemon thyme plant</li>
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<a href="http://www.armstronggarden.com/"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Armstrong Garden Centers</span></b></a><br />
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<li>Dill plant</li>
<li>Purple sage plant</li>
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<a href="http://www.lowes.com/"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Lowe's</span></b></a><br />
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<li>French tarragon plant</li>
<li>Sweet mint plant <i>Perfect for spa water or mojitos</i></li>
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<li>Mahi Mahi (frozen & thawed)</li>
<li>Organic chicken thighs (frozen & thawed) <i>Organic makes a huge difference in juiciness & flavor</i></li>
<li>Ribeye Steak</li>
<li>Fresh shrimp</li>
<li>Ground turkey (frozen & thawed)</li>
<li>Pork chops</li>
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<b>Friday</b><br />
Dinner<br />
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<li><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Pan-fried Mahi Mahi</span></b></li>
<li><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/anne-burrell/braised-spring-onions-fennel-and-swiss-chard-recipe.html?oc=linkback" style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; line-height: 13px;">Braised Spring Onions, Fennel and Swiss Chard</a></li>
<li><a href="http://food52.com/recipes/27094-roasted-baby-turnips-with-dijon-shallot-vinaigrette-and-tarragon" style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">Roasted Baby Turnips with Dijon Vinaigrette</a></li>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Saturday</b></span><br />
Lunch <i><span id="goog_492170855"></span>Farmer's Market (Thanks, Esther & Jason!)</i><span id="goog_492170856"></span><br />
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<li>Shrimp & fish ceviche</li>
<li>Twist potato (a fried spiral cut potato on a skewer)</li>
<li>BBQ chicken tamale, green corn & sweet corn tamale</li>
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<span style="background-color: white;">Dinner <i>Brother & sister-in-law visit </i></span></div>
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<li><a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/perfect-pan-roasted-chicken-thighs">Pan-Roasted Chicken Thighs</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/317392/braised-cabbage">Braised cabbage</a><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></li>
<li><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/creamy-mushrooms-and-kale-recipe.html">Creamy Mushrooms & Kale</a><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Sunday</b></span></div>
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Brunch at <a href="http://earlybirdoc.com/">Early Bird Cafe</a><br />
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<li>Chilaquiles</li>
<li>Buckwheat pancakes</li>
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Dinner <i>...if you could call it that</i><br />
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<li>Leftovers from brunch</li>
<li><a href="http://www.piratebrands.com/pirates-booty/aged-white-cheddar">Pirate's Booty</a> </li>
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Dessert<br />
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<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=775327065820497&set=a.715224011830803.1073741828.177924425560767&type=1&theater">Organic strawberries with lemon-lavender goat cheese</a> (Here's a cool <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzsZppjg760">video</a> on where and how the cheese is made)</li>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Monday</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">Lunch</span><br />
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<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Avocado-pesto-330747?columns=4&position=16%2F57" style="background-color: white;">Avocado Arugula Pesto</a><span style="background-color: white;"> with gluten-free pasta </span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white;">Dinner</span><br />
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<li><span style="background-color: white;">Red <a href="http://food52.com/recipes/9114-kale-salad-with-apples-and-hazelnuts">Kale Salad with Hazelnuts & Apples</a></span></li>
<li><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/318953/beet-greens-with-bacon" style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">Beet Greens with Bacon</a><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"> (buy bacon)</span></li>
<li>Grilled Rib-Eye Steak seasoned with salt, pepper, Worcestershire, & <a href="http://www.lucerooliveoil.com/balsamic-vinegars/fig-balsamic-vinegar.html">Fig Balsamic</a></li>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">For the "Pantry"</span></span><br />
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<li><a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/recipe/pickled-beets.html">Pickled Beets</a></li>
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<b>Tuesday</b></div>
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Breakfast<br />
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<li><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/341010/banana-oat-smoothie">Banana Oat Smoothie</a></li>
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<b>Wednesday</b></div>
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Breakfast <i>Hubby's Day Off</i></span></span><br />
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<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Apple-pancakes-307171?columns=4&position=10%2F54" style="background-color: white;">Apple Pancakes</a></li>
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Lunch <i>Brother-in-Law & Fiancé visit</i><br />
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<li>Veggie Ramen at <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/kopan-ramen-fullerton">Kopan Ramen</a> <i>Gluten-free, soy-free, vegan (omit corn)</i></li>
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Dinner <i>Mark visits</i></div>
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<li>Pork chop</li>
<li>Curly kale salad</li>
<li><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/cauliflower-mac-and-cheese-casserole-recipe.html">Cauliflower "Mac" and Cheese</a> </li>
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<b>Thursday</b><br />
Dinner <i>Sylvia visits</i><br />
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<li>Lemon risotto made with <a href="http://www.risotteriamelottinyc.com/contents/view/12.htm">Vialone Nano</a> (Veronese rice imported from Italy) </li>
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<i>According to the owner at NYC's <a href="http://www.risotteriamelottinyc.com/">Risotteria Melotti</a> (gluten-free Italian restaurant specializing in, you guessed it, risotto), vialone nano is creamier than aborio rice. So, it requires less additives like butter or cream to achieve a creamy taste & texture.</i></blockquote>
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<li>Grilled shrimp marinated with coriander, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, EVOo</li>
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<b>Friday</b><br />
Dinner <i>Taco Night </i><i>Potluck </i><br />
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<li>Ground beef made with <a href="http://www.traderjoes.com/">Trader Joe's</a> taco seasoning mix, <a href="http://www.elpolloloco.com/our-food/">El Pollo Loco</a> chicken, Trader Joe's brown rice gluten-free tortillas, guacamole, cilantro lime rice, kale salad, black & white beans, salsa, taco shells, flour & corn tortillas. </li>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>Saturday</b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">Dinner <i>Leftovers</i></span><br />
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<li>Baked potato with taco ground beef</li>
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If you try any of these recipes, I'd love to know how they turn out for you. Cheers!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">What have I been up to </span>the<span style="font-family: inherit;"> last month or so? I've been </span>making a concerted effort to <span style="font-family: inherit;">keep up on chores and started </span><a href="http://purpleyoga.org/our-centers/fullerton/" style="font-family: inherit;">yoga</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> again. And, spending more time with my husband <3. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This week, I decided to go back on the Repairvite gut cleansing program for </span>quick<span style="font-family: inherit;"> reboot for a few days. I </span>should<span style="font-family: inherit;"> probably do it for at least five to seven days, but I just don't think I can commit. </span>I don't even know how I survived the 30 day plan last year!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The reason for my detox revisitation is because I ate a non-gluten free sandwich on Saturday due to restaurant error</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">. Plus, I overdosed on rice last week and, with all my baking, I've been </span>eating<span style="font-family: inherit;"> lot of grains and sugar lately. I feel foggy; not as sharp. My neck & back muscles are sore. In general, I'm not feeling </span>yippity skippity.<br />
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The<span style="font-family: inherit;"> Repairvite </span>program<span style="font-family: inherit;"> that I do </span>consists of the following:</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://apexenergetics.com/products/k60">Repairvite</a> herbal & amino acid supplement (1 scoop powder, 2x/day)</span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://apexenergetics.com/products/k61">Strengthia</a> probiotis (1 pill, 2x/day)</span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://apexenergetics.com/products/k64">GI-Synergy</a> dietary supplements (3 pills, 2x/day)</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">You can buy these products on </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Amazon</a><span style="font-family: inherit;">, but I highly encourage you to do the regimen & diet </span>under the care<span style="font-family: inherit;"> of a healthcare professional such as a holistic doctor or </span>nutritionist<span style="font-family: inherit;">. The dose, frequency, and duration is different for each individual - typically determined by results of your </span><a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/08/glutenintolerancesymptoms.html">blood work</a> and symptoms<span style="font-family: inherit;">. </span>Refer<span style="font-family: inherit;"> to this </span><a href="http://integrativehealthconnection.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/RepairVite-Brochure.pdf" style="font-family: inherit;">brochure</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> for details </span>on<span style="font-family: inherit;"> the diet. </span><br />
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Anyway, onto my very comprehensive meal plan. As you know I do <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/csa.html">CSA</a> and <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/winderfarms.html">Winder Farms</a>. Last week, I gave <a href="http://www.farmfreshtoyou.com/">Farm Fresh to You</a> a shot. Suffice to say, I have a fully stocked fridge, so it's a <u>must</u> for me to stay on my meal plan over the next week or so.<br />
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<u><span style="font-family: inherit;">South Coast Farms CSA Basket</span></u></h3>
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<span style="color: #232323;">1 bunch Red Chard</span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">1 bunch Tatsoi </span><span style="color: #232323;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #232323;">1 head Cabbage</span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">1 bunch Atomic Red Carrots </span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">1 bunch Cilantro</span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">1 bunch Curly Parsley</span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">2 bunch Beets</span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">2 bunch Baby Turnips</span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">2 Kohlrabi</span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">2 Red Onion</span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">1 Grapefruit</span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">1 head Broccoli</span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">3 Kiwi</span><br />
<span style="color: #232323;">2 Pears</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1 bunch <a href="http://www.kbfo.org/amarosa.html">Amarosa</a> Fingerling Potatoes </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1/3 bag Yukon Gold Potatoes </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2 extra large Sweet Potatoes</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Wednesday</u> </b></span>2/5 <span style="font-family: inherit;">- <i>CSA pick up day </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Lunch - </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://brooklynfarmgirl.com/2013/06/27/creamy-lettuce-soup/">Lettuce soup</a> with redskin potatoes & Lacinato kale (inspired by this <a href="http://brooklynfarmgirl.com/2013/06/27/creamy-lettuce-soup/">recipe</a>)</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Dinner - </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/creamy-sweet-potato-and-rosemary-soup-recipe.html">Sweet potato soup</a> (inspired by this <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/creamy-sweet-potato-and-rosemary-soup-recipe.html">recipe</a>)</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Thursday</u> </b>2/6</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Dinner - <i>Dinner at the Lehmans </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/anne-burrell/pan-seared-soft-shell-crab-with-pickled-onions-and-garlic-aioli-recipe.html">Pickled Onion & Radishes</a></span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/anne-burrell/pan-seared-soft-shell-crab-with-pickled-onions-and-garlic-aioli-recipe.html"></a><a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/roasted-beet-salad-with-oranges-and-beet-greens">Roasted Beet Salad w/ Beet Greens & Oranges</a></span> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Roasted Cabbage inspired by <a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Roasted-cabbage-with-lemon-309501?columns=4&position=1%2F48">this</a> and <a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Roasted-Mixed-Cabbages-Martha-Stewart-238488?columns=4&position=12%2F48">that</a> recipe </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Friday</u> </b>2/7</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Lunch - <i>Picking up togo from <a href="http://www.tortillazgrill.com/">Tortillaz</a></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Dinner - <i>Home alone</i></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">"Grilled Wagyu Prime Chux Slice"</span> <span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">from </span><a href="http://www.hanabutchershop.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Hana Butcher</a> <i>Chuck?</i> </blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Braised-turnip-greens-with-turnips-and-apples-360376?columns=4&position=29%2F51">Braised Turnip Greens</a> & Apples</blockquote>
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Staples for Freezer - </span><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Let's see how </span>much<span style="font-family: inherit;"> of this I can accomplish...</span></i></div>
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Lemon juice squeezed into ice cube trays</blockquote>
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Vegetable stock using turnip greens saved in my scrap bag </blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/326858/slow-cooker-pear-and-apple-butter" style="font-family: inherit;">Apple & Pear butter</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></blockquote>
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Puree & freeze kiwi juice</blockquote>
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Blanch & <a href="http://www.pickyourown.org/freezing_broccoli.htm">freeze broccoli</a> </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Saturday</u> 2/8</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Lunch - <i>Date with my bff, Jen, at <a href="http://www.discoverlosangeles.com/what-to-do/restaurants/dr-j%E2%80%99s-vibrant-caf%C3%A9">Dr. J's Vibrant Cafe</a></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Dinner - <i>Dining out at <a href="http://www.brunosbrea.com/">Bruno's</a> for my Dad's birthday</i></span><br />
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<a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Spicy-cilantro-marcona-almond-pesto-305896">Cilantro & Marcona Almond Pesto</a> </blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/roasted-carrots-with-carrot-top-pesto">Carrot Top Pesto</a> </blockquote>
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<b><u>Sunday</u> </b>2/9</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Lunch - </span><br />
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<a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/aaron-mccargo-jr/pan-seared-halibut-with-roasted-heirloom-tomatoes-recipe.html">Pan-seared Halibut</a></blockquote>
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<a href="http://recipes.howstuffworks.com/tatsoi-vegetable-recipe.htm">Wilted Asian Greens</a> including pea shoots</blockquote>
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Dinner - <i>Hosting Brazilian BBQ Night </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.fogodechao.com/menu/meats/picanha/">Picanha</a> made by D. Suh </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-po-de-queijo-brazilian-cheese-bread-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-176118">Pão de Queijo</a> </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #232323;"><a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/thyme-roasted-carrots">Thyme Roasted Carrots</a> or </span><a href="http://brambleandhare.com/blog/heirloom-carrots-confit/">Carrot Confit</a> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></blockquote>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Monday</u><b> </b>2/10</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Dinner -</span><br />
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Crispy Braised Pork Belly <i>Still researching techniques that will help me get it succulently tender, but super crispy on the exterior</i><a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/shaved-kohlrabi-with-apple-and-hazelnuts" style="font-family: inherit;"></a></blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/shaved-kohlrabi-with-apple-and-hazelnuts" style="font-family: inherit;">Kohlrabi Salad</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> with Apples & Hazelnuts </span></blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Browned-butter-baby-turnips-330250">Brown Butter Baby Turnips</a>s (next time this roasted mustard-flavored <a href="http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/roasted-baby-turnips-with-parsley-mustard-vinaigrette">one</a>)</blockquote>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><u>Tuesday</u> </b>2/11<b> - </b><i>Farm Fresh to You delivery</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Dinner - </b></span><i>Hanna, </i><i style="font-family: inherit;">Jenny, & Nicole are coming over for dinner </i><br />
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<a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/340992/roasted-chicken-thighs">Roasted Chicken Thighs</a></blockquote>
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<b><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Roasted-fingerling-potatoes-with-pea-shoots_-pesto-and-hazelnuts-308120">Roasted Fingerling Potatoes</a> </b>with pea shoots & pesto </blockquote>
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Veggie dish TBD </blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Wednesday</u><b> </b>2/12 </span></div>
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Lunch -<i><b> </b>Dining out at<b> </b><a href="http://www.dvineexperience.com/">D'Vine</a> with Grace, who will be visiting me from South Bay</i></div>
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Dinner - <i>Date Night</i></div>
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<a href="http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/apricot-glazed-pork-chops-00000000060115/">Apricot-glazed Pork Chops</a></blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/yukon-gold-and-sweet-potato-gratin"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Yukon Gold & Sweet Potato Gratin</span></a></blockquote>
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<span style="color: #232323;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/seared-red-chard-recipe.html">Seared Red Chard & Red Onions</a></span></span> with Red Wine Vinegar <i>Are you sensing a theme?</i></blockquote>
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Dessert at <a href="http://www.layercakebakery.com/">Layer Cake Bakery</a></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Thursday</u><b> </b>2/13</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">TBD based on my next </span><a href="https://www.farmfreshtoyou.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Farm Fresh to You</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> All Vegetable box</span> </blockquote>
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Staples for Freezer - </div>
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<a href="http://betterbatter.org/gnocchi-gluten-free">Gluten-Free Gnocchi</a> using baked russet potatoes </blockquote>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Friday </u>2/14 <i>Valentine's Day</i></span><br />
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TBD based on my next <a href="https://www.farmfreshtoyou.com/" style="font-family: inherit;">Farm Fresh to You</a> box</blockquote>
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Dessert<b style="font-family: inherit;"> </b><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Gluten-free-grapefruit-cake-306430?columns=4&position=42%2F78" style="font-family: inherit;">Grapefruit cake</a> </blockquote>
<u style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: bold;">Saturday</u><b style="font-family: inherit;"> </b><span style="font-family: inherit;">2/15 </span><i style="font-family: inherit;"> </i><br />
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Dinner - <i>Hosting Ariel for his belated birthday</i><br />
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<a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/338749/butternut-squash-risotto">Butternut Squash Risotto</a></blockquote>
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A salad of sorts</blockquote>
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Roasted vegetables </blockquote>
<u style="font-weight: bold;">Saturday</u><b> </b>2/16<br />
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Dinner - <i>Dining out at <a href="http://www.lawrysonline.com/">Lawry's</a> for belated V-Day</i><br />
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Show - <a href="http://www.bookofmormonbroadway.com/" style="font-style: italic;">Book or Mormon</a> (Los Angeles, CA)<br />
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<span style="color: #232323;"><u><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Snacks</span></b></u></span><br />
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<span style="color: #232323;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Raw Atomic Red Carrots </span></span><i>Guess who else likes carrots? Joey! </i></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/kiwi-lime-sorbet">Kiwi Lime Sorbet</a> <i>At Sue's house using her <a href="https://www.cuisinart.com/products/ice_cream/ice-21.html">ice cream maker</a></i></span></blockquote>
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Here are some staples I made last week:<br />
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<a href="http://www.friedas.com/green-dragon-apple/" style="font-family: inherit;">Green Dragon Apple</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> Sauce with cinnamon sticks, orange juice, & lime juice (here's a simple, classic <a href="http://southernfood.about.com/od/apples/r/r100124f.htm">recipe</a></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">)</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Chicken Stock (inspired by this <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/chicken-stock-recipe.html">recipe</a>) </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Vegetable Stock made with veggie scraps inspired by these <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/what-can-i-do-with-leftover-pu-106863">tips</a> </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/roasted-carrots-with-carrot-top-pesto">Carrot Top Pesto</a> <i>For more pesto recipes, check out my previous <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/06/pesto-manifesto.html">post</a></i></span></blockquote>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-38286020672727510012013-12-30T09:00:00.000-08:002013-12-30T09:00:02.068-08:00Meal Plan | Week of 12-29-13This will be the last meal plan of 2013. Wow, I can't believe it!<br />
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Even with the holidays, I've been trying to stay on track with cooking at home. Since I have a couple days off this week, I'm going to go a little "all out," especially with the baking. <br />
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<span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">I bought my proteins from </span><a href="http://sprouts.com/" style="font-size: medium; font-weight: normal;">Sprouts</a><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">. My CSA is still on break, so I'll be getting my produce from </span><a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/winderfarms.html" style="font-size: medium; font-weight: normal;">Winder Farms</a><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">.</span></h3>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://homedelivery.winderfarms.com/HOMS/ProductDetail?mid=11&smid=158">Organic Produce Box</a> Items:</span></b><br />
3 Apples<br />
2 D'Anjou Pears<br />
4 Kiwi<br />
1 lb of French Fingerling Potatoes<br />
1 Bulb of Fennel<br />
1 Bunch of Carrots<br />
Lettuce<br />
1 Bunch of Broccoli <i style="color: #45818e;">I still have two heads of broccoli from last week, too. Any ideas aside from soup & roasting? Please comment below!</i><br />
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Breakfast</div>
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Persimmon Bread Pudding <i><span style="color: #45818e;">Recipe to follow later</span></i></blockquote>
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Lunch</div>
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Potato Leek Soup <i><span style="color: #45818e;">I completely failed on this one. It became indelibly gummy due to over-processing in my <a href="https://www.vitamix.com/">Vitamix</a>. </span></i></blockquote>
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Dinner</div>
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<a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/bourbon-molasses-chicken-drumsticks">Bourbon-Molasses Chicken Drumsticks</a> (as promised on my prior <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/12/mealplan12222013.html">meal plan</a>) <span style="color: #45818e;"><i> </i></span></blockquote>
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Organic Lacinato Kale with leftover orange miso dressing (plus a fresh squeeze of lemon juice)</blockquote>
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Monday</h3>
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Dinner</div>
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Honey & Soy Glazed Salmon <i><span style="color: #45818e;">A perfect use of my new <a href="http://www.madhavasweeteners.com/honey/madhava-honey/">organic & raw honey</a></span></i></blockquote>
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Salad with pears, fennel, & toasted pine nuts</blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/cooking-live/persimmon-punch-soo-jeung-ga-recipe/index.html">Soo Jeung Ga</a> (Traditional Korean Spiced Persimmon Punch) </blockquote>
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Tuesday (New Year's Eve)</h3>
Dinner<br />
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<a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Chicken-Apple-Sausage-and-Pasta-Soup-Martha-Stewart-192507">Chicken Apple Sausage Soup</a> (includes <a href="http://glutenfreeonashoestring.com/old-fashioned-gluten-free-cornbread/">gluten-free cornbread</a>)</blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Slow-Cooker-Pear-and-Apple-Butter-Martha-Stewart-193188">Slow-Cooker Apple & Pear Butter</a> (for leftover cornbread) </blockquote>
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Wednesday (New Year's Day)</h3>
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Breakfast</div>
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Family gathering at Uncle's <i><span style="color: #45818e;">Sadly, I can't partake in the tradition</span></i><span style="color: #45818e;"><i> of eating Korean Rice Cake & Dumpling Soup because the broth is not gluten-free. The food is usually ready when we arrive, so I'll need to prepare my own meal in advance. </i></span></blockquote>
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Dinner</div>
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Lauren's Amazing Meatloaf with ground bison & turkey <i><span style="color: #45818e;">I wasn't able to make it <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/12/mealplan12222013.html">last week</a> as I planned</span></i></blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Roasted-Carrots-with-Thyme-Once-Upon-A-Chef-200006">Roasted Carrots with Thyme</a></blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/herb-potato-salad-recipe/index.html">Herb Potato Salad</a> </blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Kiwi-Soda-Recipe-Chow-47382?columns=4&position=2%2F80&columns=4&position=2%2F80">Kiwi Soda</a> with vodka </blockquote>
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<a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Italian-cheesecake-346235">Italian Cheesecake</a> with orange </blockquote>
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Thursday</h3>
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Dinner <i><span style="color: #45818e;">Hubby is working late, so it's minimal</span></i></div>
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<a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Broccoli-parmesan-fritters-305326?columns=4&position=13%2F73" style="font-size: medium; font-weight: normal;">Broccoli Parmesan Fritters</a><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"> </span></blockquote>
Friday <i><span style="color: #45818e;">Date Night</span></i></h3>
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Saturday</h3>
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<div>
Dinner </div>
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<a href="http://www.cookingclub.com/Recipes/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/9112/Browned-Pork-Chops-with-Bacon-and-Bourbon-Molasses-Glaze">Pork Chops</a> or <a href="http://www.ezrapoundcake.com/archives/24447">Pork Tenderloin</a> with leftover Bourbon-Molasses BBQ Sauce</blockquote>
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What have you been cooking or baking during this busy season? I'd love to know. Leave a comment below.<br />
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-48716478725254721812013-12-25T09:00:00.000-08:002013-12-25T09:00:02.103-08:00Pumpkin Spoonbread<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px;">Pumpkin Spoonbread - Baked</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">My eyes have been opened to </span>the<span style="font-family: inherit;"> world of spoonbread. After I made this basic <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/12/cornmealspoonbread.html">version</a>, I decided to make a holiday version using pumpkin. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Recipe from Bon Appetit Thanksgiving Edition</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Here is my adaption for a less savory version of </span>Bon Appetit's <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/pumpkin-spoon-bread">pumpkin spoonbread</a>. It's a super moist cross between pumpkin pie & bread pudding. <span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Ingredients</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">2½ cups whole milk</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">2 tsp kosher salt</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 cup stone-ground yellow cornmeal</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">¼ </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">tsp</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> ground nutmeg </span><i style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #45818e;">I grated my fresh from the nut</span></i></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 cup canned pure pumpkin purée </span><i style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #45818e;">Bon App recommends Libby's</span></i></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">3 large eggs, separated</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">½ tsp ground cinnamon</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">¼ </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">tsp</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> ground ginger</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span> </li>
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<i><span style="color: #45818e;">For a sweeter version, add 1/4 to 1/3 cup sugar</span></i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Ingredients</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Directions</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Preheat oven to 350°. Grease </span></span><span style="line-height: 18px;">9"x5” loaf pan. <i><span style="color: #45818e;">I used my Sur la Table <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-1283050/Oven+to+Table+Stoneware+Bakers+with+Lids+Sets+of+3">Stoneware</a> medium-sized dish (</span></i></span><i style="line-height: 18px;"><span style="color: #45818e;">9½" l x 6" w x 2", 1 ½ qt).</span></i></blockquote>
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<span style="line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bring milk, butter, and salt to a simmer in a medium saucepan.</span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Reduce heat, gradually whisk in cornmeal, and simmer, stirring, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; whisk in purée.</span></span></blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cornmeal Base</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">Whisk egg yolks & spices in a large bowl. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">Combine cornmeal and egg mixture; set aside.</span> </blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Batter Without Egg Whites</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">Using an electric mixer, beat egg whites in a medium bowl until soft peaks form. </span><i style="line-height: 18px;"><span style="color: #45818e;">Whew! I did this by hand.</span></i> <span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">Whisk ¼ of egg whites into batter, then gently fold in remaining egg whites.</span> </blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Batter with Egg Whites</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">Pour batter into a pan.</span> <span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;">Bake until spoon bread is set and begins to pull away from sides of pan, 30–40 minutes. </span><i style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18px;"><span style="color: #45818e;">I had to cook it for 50-60 minutes.</span></i></blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pumpkin Spoonbread in Baking Dish</td></tr>
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<i><span style="color: #45818e;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Immediately </span></span><span style="line-height: 18px;">after</span></span></i><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18px;"><span style="color: #45818e;"><i> pulling from oven, cut vents in bread to let out steam.</i> </span>Let cool slightly before serving.</span></span> </blockquote>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pumpkin Spoonbread - Baked</td></tr>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: inherit; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Let </span></span><span style="line-height: 18px;">the</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18px;"> pumpkin holiday baking continue! </span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-65293900666599739392013-12-24T09:00:00.000-08:002013-12-24T09:00:02.789-08:00Persimmon Cookies<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A Little Persimmon Cookie</td></tr>
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Persimmons are in season in the Fall, so I have been getting the Fuyu variety in my <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/12/mealplan121513.html">CSA</a> basket every other week.<br />
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I like firm and crunchy fruit. So, when my persimmons start getting a little soft, I get a little sad.<br />
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About five years ago, a former co-worker told me about how she uses persimmons in bread puddings and cookies. I grew up eating persimmons, but haven't really seen them in baked goods.<br />
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With my mushy persimmons, I decided to make cookies for the first time in my life. <i><span style="color: #45818e;">Enough of the excuses for not baking, I needed an excuse to use my overripe autumnal fruit!</span></i></div>
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Just a note, persimmon cookies aren't really your idea of cookies. They are more like cookie-shaped muffin tops or non-custardy bread pudding bites. These "cookies" are soft and incredibly moist. They are the perfect bite for this season.<br />
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Before I share the recipe for the cookies, you'll need to prep persimmon puree in advance.<br />
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If you find yourself with overripe persimmons, don't throw them away, even if they look like they're on the verge of rotting.</div>
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Typically, persimmon puree is made with <a href="http://www.friedas.com/persimmons-hachiya-fresh/">Hachiya persimmons</a> (oblong) since they are consumed when very soft & pulpy. But, <a href="http://www.friedas.com/fuyu-persimmon/">Fuyu persimmons</a> (squat & flat) can work as well as long as they are very, very ripe.</div>
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I pierced skin on the bottom side with a spoon, then scooped out the flesh. I blended in my <a href="https://www.vitamix.com/">Vitamix</a> at speed 4-6. <i><span style="color: #45818e;">You don't want to run it too high or too long as it will become closer to juice than a puree. I only had two to start with, so I froze the puree until I had more. </span></i></div>
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Here is how the puree looked <i>after</i> I blended it. </div>
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<i><span style="color: #45818e;">When I was ready to bake, I thawed my frozen puree in the fridge the night before. Then, I left it out on the counter while I was prepping my ingredients to come to room temp.</span></i><br />
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Recipe for Persimmon Cookies</h4>
Adapted from this <a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Persimmon-Cookies-Iv-Allrecipes">recipe</a> to be gluten-free<br />
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<li> 4 cups GF all-purpose flour <i>such as <a href="http://www.arrowheadmills.com/product/gluten-free-all-purpose-baking-mix">Arrowhead Mills Gluten-Free All Purpose Baking Mix</a></i></li>
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<i><span style="color: #45818e;">Truth be told, I ran out of my Arrowhead Mills AP Flour, so I put together the following combo: 2 cups Arrowhead Mills GF AP Baking Mix + 1 cup homemade sweet rice & sorghum gf flour blend + 1 cup brown rice & coconut flour gf flour blend</span></i></blockquote>
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<li> 2 tsp baking soda</li>
<li> 1 tsp ground cinnamon</li>
<li> 1 tsp ground ginger <i><span style="color: #45818e;">I used 1 tbsp of freshly grated ginger</span></i></li>
<li> Dash of fresh ground nutmeg (optional) <i><span style="color: #45818e;">I grated about 1/4 of the whole nut over a <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-706515/Microplane+Soft+Handle+Fine+Graters">microplane</a></span></i></li>
<li> 1 cup butter, <i><span style="color: #45818e;">equivalent to 16 tbsp or 2 sticks</span></i></li>
<li> 2 cups white sugar <i><span style="color: #76a5af;">I reduced to 1.5 cups</span></i></li>
<li> 3 large organic eggs, <span style="color: #45818e;"><i>room temperature</i><i>* </i></span><i><span style="color: #45818e;">The original recipe called for 2 eggs, but since gf flours need more moisture, especially coconut flour, I decided to increase.</span> </i></li>
<li> 2 cups organic persimmon puree, <i><span style="color: #45818e;">room temperature* (about four persimmons)</span></i></li>
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Preheat an oven to 375 F.<br />
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Whisk the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg in a bowl; set aside.<br />
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Beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. <i><span style="color: #45818e;">Full disclosure, I don't own a stand or hand mixer. So, I <a href="http://www.macgyveronline.com/">Macgyver</a>-ed this recipe using my <a href="http://www.costco.com/Vitamix-5200-Super-Package.product.11609068.html?catalogId=10701&keyword=vitamix&langId=-1&storeId=10301">Vitamix</a>. </span></i><br />
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-style: italic;">Select Variable 1. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 4-6. Blend for 10-15 seconds or until ingredients are creamed. See below for quick video on how I did this.</span> </div>
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Add the eggs one at a time, allowing each egg to blend into the butter mixture before adding the next. Then, mix in the persimmon pulp.<br />
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Mix in the flour mixture until just incorporated.<br />
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Drop spoonfuls of the dough 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. <i><span style="color: #45818e;">The dough will be very thick. </span></i><br />
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<i><span style="color: #45818e;">My cookie </span></i><i><span style="color: #45818e;">I used a kitchen tablespoon rather than a teaspoon. <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-1263276/OXO+Good+Grips+Cookie+Scoops">Cookie scoopers</a> are on their way from <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/">Sur La Table</a> as we speak. These will help my cookies to be more uniform in shape and smoother in exterior texture.</span></i><br />
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Bake in the preheated oven until slightly puffed and golden brown, about 12 minutes. Cool on the pan for 5-10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack. <i><span style="color: #45818e;">I don't know if it's because my house is cold, but I had to do 15-18+ to get it brown. I monitored it every two minutes.</span></i><br />
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Note: I have a small oven, so I decided to freeze half of the batch for future use. I placed a baking sheet filled with portioned cookie batter in the freezer, then transferred frozen cookies to a freezer-safe container or bag.<br />
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Here's a video from <a href="http://www.realsimple.com/">Real Simple</a> on Baking with Room Temperature Ingredients:</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>How long does it take butter and eggs to come to room temperature? </b></span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: normal;">At least 30 minutes to one hour. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If </span>you<span style="font-family: inherit;"> want to speed up the process, you can microwave the butter for 5-10 seconds, being careful not to let it melt. For eggs, you can place them in a bowl of </span>lukewarm<span style="font-family: inherit;"> (not hot!) water. </span></div>
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What other purees do you like to use in your baking?</div>
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My <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/csa.html">CSA</a> is on break due to the holidays, so I'll be drawing my cooking inspiration for this week from my impromptu visit to <a href="http://www.zionmarket.com/sale/storeall.htm">Zion Market</a> today and what I have in my pantry already.<br />
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<b>Sunday</b><br />
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<li>Dine out at <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-21-buena-park">Pho 21</a> - spring rolls, pho well-done brisket <i><span style="color: #45818e;">I usually get rare steak (pho tai), but I was feeling adventurous.</span></i></li>
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<b>Monday</b><br />
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<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Bourbon-Street-Rib_Eye-Steak-AllRecipes?columns=4&position=1%2F60">Bourbon-glazed ribeye steaks</a> (marinade prepped day prior)</li>
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<b>Tuesday</b> - Christmas Eve<br />
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<li><a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/grilled-lemon-oregano-chicken-drumsticks">Lemon oregano chicken</a> (marinade prepped day prior)</li>
<li><i><span style="color: #45818e;">Next time, I will try this</span></i> <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/bourbon-molasses-chicken-drumsticks">Bourbon Molasses Chicken Drumsticks</a></li>
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<b>Wednesday</b> - Christmas<br />
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<li>TBD <span style="color: #45818e;"><i> </i></span></li>
<li><i><span style="color: #45818e;">CSA is skipped this week, so I will get veggies & fruits through the</span></i> <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/winderfarms.html">Winder Farms'</a> <a href="https://homedelivery.winderfarms.com/HOMS/ViewProductDetail?mid=11&smid=158&p=31009303">organic produce box</a></li>
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<b>Thursday</b><br />
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<li><a href="http://thekrookedspoon.com/2013/05/16/a-gluten-free-sweet-potato-gnocchi-recipe/">Gluten-free Sweet Potato Gnocchi</a> (bake sweet potatoes earlier)</li>
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<b>Friday</b><br />
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<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Broiled-Lobster-Tails-Allrecipes">Broiled Lobster</a></li>
<li><a href="http://glutenfreeonashoestring.com/fresh-lasagna-pasta-how-to-with-a-pasta-machine/">Gluten-free Fresh Pasta</a> (prepped day prior) with EVOO, tomato, basil, and Parm</li>
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<b>Saturday</b><br />
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<li>Meat loaf <i><span style="color: #45818e;">Thanks, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/tenwholebushels">Lauren</a>, for the recipe</span></i></li>
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<b>Breakfast </b><br />
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<li><a href="http://www.bobsredmill.com/recipes.php?recipe=7113">Gingerbread Oatmeal</a> variation</li>
<li><a href="http://www.bobsredmill.com/recipes.php?recipe=7005">Baked Blueberry Oatmeal</a> variation</li>
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<b>Dessert</b><br />
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<li><a href="http://glutenfreeonashoestring.com/carrot-cupcakes/">Gluten-free Carrot Cupcakes</a></li>
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<b>Drinks</b></div>
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<li>Hot Toddy</li>
<li>Ginger, lemon, honey tea</li>
<li>Spinach & apple green juice</li>
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Do you have any special meal plans for Christmas week? Please comment below.</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-20310826196419033622013-12-20T13:40:00.002-08:002013-12-20T13:40:41.222-08:00Cornmeal Spoonbread<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 16px;">As you know from a <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/12/buttermilkbiscuits.html">previous post</a>, I've been cooking from a new gluten-free <a href="http://glutenfreeonashoestring.com/gluten-free-cookbooks/">cookbook</a> where </span><span style="line-height: 16px;">I came across this recipe for </span><span style="line-height: 16px;">spoonbread. It has minimal ingredients and I had all of them in my pantry already.</span></span><br />
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Interestingly, I've never heard of "spoonbread" before. (<i>Blame it on my Southern Californian Asian-American upbringing</i>)</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 16px;">Spoonbread is a moist cornmeal-based dish prevalent in the South. Although named a "bread", it's åcloser in consistency and taste to savory puddings, such as Yorkshire pudding. (Source: <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spoonbread">Wikipedia</a>)</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 16px;">Below is my execution of </span><a href="http://nicolehunn.com/" style="line-height: 16px;">Nicole Hunn</a><span style="line-height: 16px;">'s original book recipe. I </span><span style="line-height: 16px;">recommend</span><span style="line-height: 16px;"> serving it with a savory meat dish with juices or sauce. Or, eat it </span><span style="line-height: 16px;">the next day with some butter, or sweetened with honey or jam.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2 cups milk (lowfat is fine, nonfat is not)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">4 tbsp unsalted butter</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">1/2 tsp kosher salt</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">1 cup yellow cornmeal</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">4 extra-large eggs <i><span style="color: #a64d79;">I used 5 organic large eggs</span></i></span></blockquote>
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<i><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: inherit;">For a slightly sweeter version, I recommend adding 4 tbsp of sugar</span></i></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 6" casserole dish, and set it aside. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">In a medium-size, heavy-bottom saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the milk and salt to the butter, and bring to a boil. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Reduce the mixture to a simmer, and, whisking constantly, add the cornmeal in a slow, steady stream. Cook, continuing to whisk constantly, over medium heat until the mixture comes together (2 minutes). </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Remove the saucepan from the heat, and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes, or until no longer very hot to the touch.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Once the cornmeal mixture has cooled, add the eggs and whisk until well-combined. <i>Traditionally, you're supposed to fold in egg whites separately, but Hunn states that the extra work doesn't make a major difference in this recipe. I prefer this convenient shortcut.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Pour the mixture carefully into the prepared baking dish, and place in the center of the preheated oven. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Bake until puffed and lightly golden brown on top (about 60 minutes). Remove from the oven and serve immediately. </span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Slice an "X" in the bread (<i>I recommend a smaller one that I did below) </i>immediately when pulling from the one to let out steam.</span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">What would </span><i style="font-family: inherit;">you</i><span style="font-family: inherit;"> eat with this </span>spoonbread<span style="font-family: inherit;">? Feel free to comment below.</span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-48295149333550411102013-12-18T16:38:00.001-08:002013-12-18T16:38:33.026-08:00Oatmeal Banana Bread<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">The baking bug has officially bitten me <b>for the first time in my life</b>. (My sister, now a pastry chef, was the one who baked while growing up.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">I have been feverishly stocking up my pantry with baking essentials, and have been buying in bulk to save money in the long run.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">So, what to do with the excessive amount of </span><a href="http://www.bobsredmill.com/gluten-free-quick-cooking-oats.html?&cat=12" style="font-family: inherit;">Bob's Red Mill Gluten-free Quick Cooking Oats</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> from </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Bobs-Red-Mill-Gluten-32-Ounce/dp/B002TXT502/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1387411420&sr=8-1&keywords=gluten-free+quick+oats+bob%27s" style="font-family: inherit;">Amazon</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> that I have? Oatmeal Banana Bread! I </span>found<span style="font-family: inherit;"> this recipe on Bob's website.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Here's what I like about this spin on a classic:</span></div>
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<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">It has more texture due to the oats</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">The flavor profile is mild as it doesn't have the usual spices like nutmeg and cinnamon</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Honey is used as a sweetener that gives it a sticky, caramelized exterior</span></li>
<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">And, of course, it's gluten-free!<a name='more'></a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Recipe by <a href="http://www.bobsredmill.com/recipes.php?recipe=1445">Jill Feigned</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">1/3 cup unsalted butter, room temperature</span></div>
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1/2 tsp salt <i>I used fine sea salt</i></div>
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2 tsp baking powder</div>
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1/2 cup <a href="http://www.bobsredmill.com/gluten-free-quick-cooking-oats.html?&cat=12">Gluten Free Rolled Oats</a></div>
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1-1/4 cups Gluten Free All Purpose Flour <i>I used <a href="http://shop.betterbatter.org/products/all-purpose-flour-20-oz">Better Batter</a>, as suggested by <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/p/books.html">Nicole Hunn</a></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2 medium bananas </span><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">They </span>should<span style="font-family: inherit;"> be very ripe </span></i></div>
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1 large egg, room temperature</div>
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1/4 cup honey <i>I used dessert honey from <a href="http://www.alienfreshjerky.com/default.asp">Alien</a> farm</i></div>
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3/4 cup sugar <i>I used a scant 3/4 cup. Next time, I'll do 1/2 cup.</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-887158/Sur+La+Table+Nonstick+Standard+Muffin+Pan">12-cup muffin pan</a>.</span></div>
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Cream butter, sugar. Then, add honey, egg and banana.<span style="text-align: center;"> <i>I don't have a mixer <b>yet</b>, so I did this in my <a href="https://www.vitamix.com/">Vitamix</a>. </i></span></div>
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Separately, whisk combine dry ingredients. <i>Sifting is optional, but recommended.</i><span style="text-align: center;"> </span></div>
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In large bowl, combine banana mixture and dry ingredients in batches, until just combined.<span style="text-align: center;"> </span></div>
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Spoon batter into pan using a <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-1263276/OXO+Good+Grips+Cookie+Scoops">scoop</a> or large spoon.</div>
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Bake for 30-32 minutes in greased loaf pan.</div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">The original recipe called for 45 minutes in a loaf pan, which I don't own. So, I reduced the baking time to 35 minutes for my muffin pan. My muffins didn't burn, but definitely over-browned. I recommend monitoring starting at 30 minutes to prevent over-baking. </span></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">These oat-y babies were moist, sweet, and satisfying. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Do you have any favorite recipes using quick oats? </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Please </span>comment below.<br />
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In this week's organic CSA box, I received the following:</div>
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<li>Baby turnips</li>
<li>Radishes</li>
<li>Fresh herbs including parsley, cilantro, and dill</li>
<li>Oranges <i>They are curiously yellow like lemons</i></li>
<li>Grapefruits</li>
<li>Fuyu persimmons</li>
<li>Fuji apples </li>
<li>Spinach</li>
<li>Arugula</li>
<li>Rainbow Chard</li>
<li>Spaghetti squash</li>
<li>Potatoes <i>I traded in a couple heads of lettuce to double my portion</i></li>
<li>Onion</li>
<li>Celery</li>
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<li>Entrees</li>
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<li><a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/12/potatognocchi.html">Homemade Gnocchi</a></li>
<li><a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/12/spaghettisquashlasagna.html">Spaghetti Squash Lasagna</a> with ground bison (instead of turkey)</li>
<li>Flank steak <i>I bought two (1.5-1.75 lb. steaks, each) from Costco</i></li>
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<li><a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/quick-recipes/article/asian-style-flank-steak">Asian-style flank steak</a> with sautéed rainbow chard</li>
<li>Grilled flank steak with herb salsa verde</li>
<li><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/grilled-thai-beef-salad-recipe/index.html">Thai-style flank steak</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/the-gourmet-next-door/grilled-flank-steak-with-shallot-and-red-wine-sauce-recipe/index.html">Flank steak with shallots and red wine sauce</a></li>
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<li>Herb salsa verde, or chimichurri</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Browned-butter-baby-turnips-330250?columns=4&position=1%2F63">Brown butter baby turnips</a></li>
<li>Rosemary & dill roasted carrots</li>
<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Radishes-in-chile-oil-sauce-recipe-336015?columns=4&position=16%2F66">Spicy radishes</a></li>
<li>Arugula salad with proscuitto and persimmons (see tweet below)</li>
<li>Waldorf-ish salad (spinach, apples, walnuts)</li>
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<li>Breakfast</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Broiled-Grapefruit-Martha-Stewart?columns=4&position=2%2F78">Grapefruit brûlée</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Banana_orange-Smoothie-Allrecipes?columns=4&position=29%2F61">Banana Orange Smoothie</a></li>
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<li>Desserts</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-Recipe-Leite_s-Culinaria-40970?columns=4&position=13%2F61">Orange Olive Oil Cake</a></li>
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Persimmons in your salad? Yes! Inspired by Bruno's (Brea). Fuyu, arugula, parm, prosciutto, lemon vinaigrette <a href="http://t.co/S8I6QCOxLB">pic.twitter.com/S8I6QCOxLB</a><br />
— Succulent Succotash (@asucculentblog) <a href="https://twitter.com/asucculentblog/statuses/410472581611794432">December 10, 2013</a></blockquote>
<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-54211419709374912232013-12-11T15:00:00.000-08:002013-12-11T15:00:01.099-08:00Gluten-Free Buttermilk Biscuits<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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My friend, Stella, gifted me <i><a href="http://glutenfreeonashoestring.com/gluten-free-cookbooks/">Gluten-Free on a Shoestring: 125 Easy Recipes for Eating Well on the Cheap</a> </i>by Nicole Hunn for my birthday last month.<br />
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What to make for breakfast on a lazy Sunday morning? Buttermilk biscuits! Below is my interpretation of Hunn's gluten-free recipe to make these comforting discs of buttery goodness.<br />
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<li>2 cups (350g) all-purpose gluten-free flour <i>I used <a href="http://www.arrowheadmills.com/product/gluten-free-all-purpose-baking-mix">Arrowhead Mill's GF AP Baking Mix</a>, which already includes <a href="http://www.bobsredmill.com/xanthan-gum.html">zanthan gum </a></i></li>
<li>1 tbsp baking powder</li>
<li>1/2 tsp baking soda</li>
<li>2 tbsp sugar</li>
<li>1 tsp kosher salt</li>
<li>8 tbsp butter, chilled & sliced into small cubes <i>(or, one stick)</i></li>
<li>1 cup buttermilk, chilled, plus more for brushing tops <i>I used 1 cup of lowfat milk shaken + 1 tbsp white vinegar, shaken</i></li>
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Preheat oven to 450 degrees F with rack positioned in middle of oven. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside. <i>Sadly, my parchment paper was too large and the baking sheet was slightly wet, so the bottom of my biscuits burned. Learn from my mistakes, folks. </i></div>
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In a food processor (<i>or large bowl)</i>, combine dry ingredients together. Add the butter. Pulse until butter is pea-sized and well distributed. </div>
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With floured hands, transfer dough to lightly floured surface. Place dough in plastic wrap, lightly squeezing it together. Place in fridge for 10-15 minutes to chill, then remove.</div>
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Roll out dough, in between plastic wrap, until you get a rectangular shape about 1" thick.</div>
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Flour a round biscuit cutter, and cut out rounds of dough. <i>I don't have any cutters, so I used the back of a floured knife. This way, I didn't have any scraps. If you do have any left over pieces, re-roll the scraps and shape as desired.</i></div>
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Place the cut dough on the baking sheet. Brush the tops of the biscuits with a bit of milk or buttermilk. <i>This step was not included in Hunn's original recipe. I</i> <i>wonder if you could use egg wash, too. Anyone?</i><br />
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Place the baking sheet in the center of the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.</div>
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Note: You can also freeze the biscuits and bake to "order" later. Place raw biscuits on a sheet pan & chill in freezer. Then, transfer frozen biscuits to freezer-safe container. Increase baking time by 2-3 minutes.<br />
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How to Enjoy</h4>
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When cooled, I put two small biscuits together like a sandwich, with <a href="http://www.bonnemaman.us/preserves-jellies/raspberry-preserves/">raspberry preserves</a> in between. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo Credit: <a href="http://glutenfreeonashoestring.com/cream-cheese-buttermilk-biscuits/">Nicole Hunn</a></td></tr>
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These gluten-free buttermilk biscuits tasted buttery, doughy, and soft. But, they weren't as fluffy as traditional biscuits. It's probably due to the way I handled my dough as I am a novice baker. </div>
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Though I make a mess with flour, the ingredients and steps in this recipe are simple enough to make these on a re-occuring basis. </div>
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Follow the author, Nicole Hunn, on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/gfshoestring/">@gfshoestring</a>.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-1245451241250459562013-12-10T14:15:00.000-08:002013-12-10T14:15:00.590-08:00Asian Pickled Salad<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px;">Asian Pickles in <a href="http://www.freshpreservingstore.com/kerr-1-quart-32-oz-wide-mouth-jars-set-of-12/shop/383297/">Mason Jars</a></td></tr>
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I am a fan of all things acidic, tart, and vinegary. This quick pickled Asian Salad is a great compliment to this hearty, salty <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/12/asianporkshoulder.html">Asian Braised Pork Shoulder</a> dish. </div>
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<li>2 carrots, julienned</li>
<li>1 hothouse cucumber, sliced thinly, preferably on a <a href="http://www.sears.com/the-sharper-image-stainless-steel-adjustable-mandoline-slicer/p-SPM7137603908">mandoline</a></li>
<li>1 medium daikon radish, peeled, sliced in half lengthwise and sliced into thin half-moons, preferably on a <a href="http://www.sears.com/the-sharper-image-stainless-steel-adjustable-mandoline-slicer/p-SPM7137603908">mandoline</a></li>
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<u>For the Dressing</u><br />
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<li>3/4 cup rice wine vinegar</li>
<li>1/4 cup fish sauce</li>
<li>2 tablespoons brown sugar</li>
<li>1 tablespoon <a href="http://www.huyfong.com/no_frames/oelek.htm">sambal oelek</a></li>
<li>1 teaspoon grated ginger</li>
<li>1 clove garlic, smashed and finely chopped</li>
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Tip: How to Julienne Carrots</h4>
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The julienne slicer on my mandoline is a bit dull & too large for this recipe. So, I used Burrell's technique where you slice the carrots on a mandoline first. Then, you stack the slices and julienne with a <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-592923/Wusthof+Gourmet+Chefs+Knives">chef's knife</a>. </div>
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Source: <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/anne-burrell/pickled-cucumber-and-daikon-salad-recipe/index.html">Recipe</a> from <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/chefs/anne-burrell/index.html">Anne Burrell</a><br />
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I've been wanting to use my <a href="http://www.hamiltonbeach.com/all-slow-cookers-6-quart-programmable-stovetop-slow-cooker-33567.html">slow cooker</a> more often as of late. But, to be honest, I am not fond of the traditional "<a href="http://www.crock-pot.com/">Crock Pot</a>" recipes. I find the traditional flavors of the usual chuck meat, potatoes, celery, carrots, and stock a little blasé.<br />
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So, anytime I see an interesting recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/how-to/how-to-braise-meats-a-step-by-step-guide/index.html">braised</a> anything, I eagerly try to adapt it to the slow cooker.<br />
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On <i><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/secrets-of-a-restaurant-chef/%E2%80%8E">Secrets of a Restaurant Chef</a></i>, Anne Burrell introduced an Asian version of a <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/anne-burrell/asian-braised-pork-shoulder-recipe/index.html">braised pork shoulder</a>. Since I've gone gluten-free three months ago, my Asian food options have been limited. So, this was a perfect opportunity to 1) use my slow cooker 2) enjoy Asian flavors 3) try an updated slow cooker recipe.<br />
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Basic Steps of Braising in a Dutch/French Oven: <i>I wish I had this <a href="http://cookware.lecreuset.com/cookware/product_7-1%2F4-qt.-Round-French-Oven_10151_-1_20002_10139_21056">cult classic</a> from <a href="http://cookware.lecreuset.com/cookware/TopCategoriesDisplay?storeId=10151&catalogId=20002&langId=-1">Le Creuset</a></i><br />
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<li>Saute the Mirepoix (i.e., aromatics) </li>
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<li>Sear the Meat <i>My slow cooker allows me to pull out the pan and cook on the stove top.</i></li>
<li>Simply add Mirepoix over meat (i.e., aromatics) <i>You can sauté in advance in you'd like, but I don't.</i></li>
<li>Pour liquid into pan <i>Generally, this is stock. Some recipes call for wine or vinegars. Typically you should reduce the amount of liquid used in a slow cooker, if using a traditional recipe.</i></li>
<li>Braise<i> Set for 3-4 hours on High, or 8 hours on Low</i></li>
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Here's a video from the <a href="http://www.cookingchanneltv.com/">Cooking Channel</a> on <a href="http://www.cookingchanneltv.com/videos/braising-101.html">Braising 101</a>.<br />
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Recipe for Slow-Cooked Asian Pork Shoulder</h4>
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Adapted from Burrell's <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/anne-burrell/asian-braised-pork-shoulder-recipe/index.html">recipe</a></div>
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<li style="text-align: left;">One 3-pound pork shoulder, sliced into 4 to 5 steaks <i>Mine was about 4 lbs with bone-in, so I sliced where the meat </i></li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Kosher salt & pepper</li>
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<li style="text-align: left;">5 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">One 2-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated <i>over my <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-706515/Microplane+Soft+Handle+Fine+Graters">microplane</a></i></li>
<li style="text-align: left;">1/2 cup soy sauce <i>I used gluten-free tamari from <a href="http://www.san-j.com/product_list.asp?id=1">San-J</a></i></li>
<li style="text-align: left;">1/2 cup rice wine vinegar</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">1 cup chicken stock (<i>I used 1 cup homemade turkey stock and 1 cup homemade vegetable stock, which ended up being too much)</i></li>
<li style="text-align: left;">1/2 cup brown sugar</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">1/4 cup <a href="http://www.huyfong.com/no_frames/oelek.htm">sambal oelek</a></li>
<li style="text-align: left;">3 star anise</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Zest and juice of 1 orange, zest removed in wide strips with a peeler</li>
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<li>Season <i>room temperature </i>pork generously on both sides. </li>
<li>Add EVOO to pan set on high heat over stove.</li>
<li>Sear pork on all sides until brown. Remove from the pan and reserve. Discard drippings from pan. Then, return pork to pan. </li>
<li>Add all the ingredients for the sauce in the pan. Cover pan and set slow cooker on High for 3-4 hours. <i> </i></li>
<li>When the pork is cooked and tender, remove pork from pan. </li>
<li>Place pan over over medium heat on stove, bring the liquid to a simmer and cook until the liquid reduces to a sticky sauce consistency. Serve the pork with reduced sauce poured over. <i>Based on my photo below, I did not reduce my sauce enough. But, it still tasted great.</i></li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Asian Braised Pork served with Pickled Vegetable Salad</td></tr>
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<i>Happy Birthday to my best friend, Sunny, for whom I made this meal.</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I am a huge fan of <a href="http://www.gordonramsay.com/">Gordon Ramsay</a>. My friend, Eugene, introduced me to his UK cooking show "<a href="http://www.bbcamerica.com/gordon-ramsays-ultimate-cookery-course/">Ultimate Cookery Course</a>." </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I stumbled upon Ramsay's recipe for homemade </span><a href="http://ramsayrecipes.net/2013/06/gnocchi-recipe-potato-ricotta.html" style="font-family: inherit;">potato gnocchi</a><span style="font-family: inherit;">. In my great fortune, I had most of the ingredients on hand thanks to my </span><a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/12/mealplan11272013and12012013.html" style="font-family: inherit;">CSA</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> box. Below is my gluten-free adaption of this classic Italian pasta dish.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><b>Pasta</b></u></span><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">2 large russet potatoes, baked* <i>I used 4 small organic ones</i></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>3/4 cup gluten-free flour, sifted <i>I used <a href="http://www.arrowheadmills.com/product/gluten-free-all-purpose-baking-mix">Arrowhead Mill's Gluten-Free All Purpose Baking Mix</a></i></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 </span><u style="font-family: inherit;">extra</u><span style="font-family: inherit;"> large egg. </span><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">I used 1.5 large eggs as gluten-free flour needs more moisture. Egg </span>should<span style="font-family: inherit;"> be at room temp</span></i></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Grated Parmesan cheese, to serve</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">*<b>Baked Potatoes: </b>Wash & dry potatoes. Place on baking sheet. Puncture skin with fork to let out steam. Bake at 400 F for about one hour and let cool. <i>I</i><i> suggest cooking the potatoes the day p</i><i style="text-align: center;">rior.</i></span><u><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></u><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b style="text-decoration: underline;">Sauce</b><br /><ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">EVOO</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Freshly ground black pepper</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Peas, fresh, or frozen </span><i style="font-family: inherit;">I omitted as I did not have on hand</i></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 tbsp butter</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">1 thyme sprig, leaves only</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Zest of 1 lemon</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Boil water in a medium sized pot. Season with salt.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Remove potatoes from skin & mash. </span><i style="font-family: inherit;">I used the large holes on my box grater over the mixing bowl. You can also use a ricer, food mill, fork, or medium-sized sieve. I've read that a traditional masher can over-work the potatoes, making it dense and gummy.</i><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Add ricotta cheese & thyme leaves. Add salt & pepper. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Add sifted flour to bowl. Then, make a hole in the center.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Beat egg in a separate bowl. Then, pour into the hole in the bowl. Use a spoon to gently incorporate mixture. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Using floured hand, transfer dough to a flat surface <i>(I used my <a href="http://stry+Board">marble pastry board</a> from <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/">Sur la Table</a>). Lightly knead dough to a ball. Be careful not to overwork the mixture, which can make the pasta </i></span><i style="font-family: inherit; text-align: center;">dense instead of light & fluffy.</i><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Cut dough in half. Roll out the dough into long, cigar shapes. Repeat for 2nd ball.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Then, with a floured finger, gently press the center of each cube to form a little pillow. <i>I think this method is so much more practical than adding grooves with a fork or using <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-964064/Eppicotispai+Gnocchi+Board">fancy equipment</a>. </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When the pot is at a rolling boil, place a dozen or so gnocchi into the water. Rotate or shimmy the pot a bit for prevent pasta from sticking together. Cook for about 2-3 minutes. When done, they will float to the surface. <i>They should expand in size. </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">While the gnocchi is cooking, heat EVOO in a medium non-stick skillet. Drain cooked gnocchi & transfer to the pan. Give the pan a little shake to prevent the pasta from sticking. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Do you have a homemade potato gnocchi recipe you'd like to share? Please comment below. </span></div>
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I had spaghetti squash for the first time last year at <a href="http://www.foxrc.com/restaurants/true-food-kitchen/">True Food Kitchen</a>. Their <a href="http://www.foxrc.com/frcwp/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/TFK_Biltmore_Dinner_Menu.pdf">Spaghetti Squash Casserole</a> is a baked pasta dish, without...the pasta. The squash is slightly crunchy mimicking al dente noodles. </div>
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What's great is you don't have to cut or grate the squash to get it this way. When it's cooked, it literally comes out as noodles. You can enjoy it as a pasta replacement.</div>
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My friend, Kelly, gave me the idea to bake my <a href="http://southcoastfarms.com/">CSA</a> winter squash with all the flavors of lasagna. Here's my version of a tasty carb-less Italian casserole:</div>
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<li>1 lb lean ground turkey <i>I used 1.25 lb</i></li>
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<li>2 garlic cloves, minced</li>
<li>2 cans (14 oz. each) of diced tomatoes, undrained </li>
<li>Tomato paste, optional <i>I made the mistake of draining the tomatoes, so I added in for flavor & color</i></li>
<li>1 tbsp Italian seasoning <i>I used 1/2 tbsp dried oregano & 1/2 tbsp dried basil </i></li>
<li>6 ounces ricotta cheese</li>
<li>1 large egg <i>I took it out when I started cooking to bring it down to room temp</i></li>
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<li>Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Halve squash lengthwise, scoop out seeds. Place squash, cut side down, in a large baking dish or sheet pan and prick skin all over with a fork. Bake until tender, about 30 to 40 minutes.</li>
<li>Meanwhile, season & cook turkey over medium-high heat in non-stick skillet until browned, about 5 minutes. <i>I like to bring meats as far down to room temp as time or patience allows prior to cooking. It's very important to season the meat since it's the base of your sauce.</i></li>
<li>When turkey is cooked, drain, remove from skillet and set aside. <i>I just placed my cooked turkey on a plate lined with a paper towel. </i></li>
<li>In same skillet, heat new oil over medium-high heat. Sautee onion and garlic until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add cooked turkey and simmer, stirring often, until desired consistency, about 5 minutes. <i>Don't forget to season.</i></li>
<li>Meanwhile, mix ricotta cheese and egg together in a bowl until well incorporated. <i>Again, season.</i></li>
<li>Remove squash from oven and increase oven temperature to 375 degrees. When cool (<i>enough</i>), using a fork, carefully rake stringy squash pulp from shell, separating it into strands that look like spaghetti. <i>Season.</i></li>
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Here's a quick video on how I made this dish. I do apologize for the low quality; I took it while I was cooking on my phone. I hope it helps.</div>
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Cold weather calls for hot drinks with warm spices. Here's a simple recipe that'll help you relax and sleep better, too.<br />
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<li>Milk of choice <i>I used 2% </i><i>Broguiere's Farm cow's milk</i></li>
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<li>Ground cardamom <i>In an earlier <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/12/cardamom.html">post</a>, I shared how to use them fresh from whole pods</i></li>
<li>Ground nutmeg <i>Just grate the whole "seed" over a microplane or fine grater</i></li>
<li>Sweetener of choice such as agave or honey <i>I used this thick, <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-635680/Bee+Raw+Colorado+Star+Thistle+Honey">raw honey</a></i></li>
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<li>Sprinkle spices into heat resistant cup to taste</li>
<li>Pour milk into cup, then stir</li>
<li>Add sweetener of choice, then stir</li>
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In the words of <a href="http://www.barefootcontessa.com/">Ina Garten</a>, how easy is that?</div>
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This common spice can help regulate blood sugar, prevent blood clots, relieve indigestion and, possibly, enhance cardiac health. It's also a natural anti-bacterial agent. It has warming properties. </blockquote>
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This lesser-known spice is part of the ginger family. It can help lower blood pressure, prevent blood clots, and aid in digestion. </blockquote>
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It can can help regulate your GI tract, promote better sleep, and known as an aphrodisiac.</blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Source: <a href="http://health.usnews.com/health-news/blogs/eat-run/2013/09/05/the-health-benefits-of-7-spices">US News</a>, Livestrong (<a href="http://www.livestrong.com/article/338907-health-benefits-of-cardamom/">here</a> & <a href="http://www.livestrong.com/article/547109-benefits-of-nutmeg-seed/">here</a>), <a href="http://www.glamour.com/health-fitness/blogs/vitamin-g/2010/09/5-surprising-health-benefits-o.html">Glamour</a>, <a href="http://www.shape.com/blogs/fit-foodies/fun-ways-use-nutmeg">Shape</a> </span></div>
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Aside from the obvious sweet applications, try sprinkling it into your tea or coffee. Add a stick to citrus spa water (see image below). Add to Middle Eastern or Indian-style dishes. Add to your homemade almond milk for a horchata-like taste.<br />
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Mix with other spices to make your own Chai tea. Try adding it into your baked goods for another dimension of flavor. <i>I tried a great <a href="http://blog.nativefoods.com/nativefoods/2013/06/cardamom-rose-cupcakes.html">Cardamom Rose cupcake</a> from <a href="http://nativefoods.com/">Native Foods</a>. </i></div>
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Commonly used in baking, you can also add it to savory dishes like mac & cheese (tip from <a href="http://www.rachaelray.com/">Rachel Ray</a>), sautéed spinach, or grilled chicken.<i> </i>Or, mix it into whipped cream.</div>
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It's a well-known fact that whole spices are superior to pre-ground ones because powdered spices can go stale quicker. When you grind spices immediately prior to use, you enjoy the benefits of fuller, fresher aroma.<br />
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Want to take it to a whole 'nother level? Toast whole spices on a sauté pan or baking sheet prior to grinding. It's similar to toasting nuts prior to use. It releases more flavor.<br />
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Even though working with whole spices is slightly inconvenient, the pay off is worth it.<br />
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I recently learned that warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg (especially), and cardamom can promote relaxation and sleep. If you are (East) Asian-American like me, these spices might be foreign to you. But, if you enjoy Chai tea, you will like these spices.<br />
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Last week, after dining in <a href="http://www.breadowntown.com/index.php/page/welcome">Brea Downtown</a>, my husband and I popped into <a href="http://www.worldmarket.com/">World Market</a> to browse. Coincidentally, they were having specials on spices. Score!<br />
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I have to admit, I did not know what to do with the whole cardamom. Let alone, it was my first time actually seeing it in person. So, I searched to Google for answers.<br />
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In a (nut)shell, you need to separate the cardamom seeds from the outer layer.<br />
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Here's how I made fresh, ground cardamom at home:<br />
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<ul>
<li>Place cardamom pods on parchment paper <i>Only grind what you need</i></li>
<li>Fold paper over to cover pods and go over with rolling pin <i>You won't need to use much pressure</i></li>
<li>Separate shells from seeds</li>
<li>Place seeds in spice grinder or mortar <i>I used my <a href="http://www.buythebullet.com/">Magic Bullet</a></i></li>
<li>Grind until you get a fine, even texture</li>
</ul>
Enjoy in spiced teas or milks, baking, and cooking.<br />
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How do you use cardamom? Please comment below.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-49361855355516198222013-12-03T09:00:00.001-08:002013-12-03T09:00:03.409-08:00Meal Plan | Week of 11-27-13 & 12-1-13<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">South Coast Farms CSA Fall Basket</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I must confess I've been MIA for the last month as I was </span>celebrating<span style="font-family: inherit;"> a milestone birthday and, </span>unfortunately and unrelated, I have <span style="font-family: inherit;">been experiencing more-than-the-usual</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> migraines (<i>read, sleeping 10-12+ hours a day to cope</i>). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Now that I'm back in </span>the<span style="font-family: inherit;"> groove of the daily grind, I'm feeling extra motivated to empty my overly-stocked fridge full of organic </span><a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/csa.html" style="font-family: inherit;">CSA</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> produce and items from my </span>usual<span style="font-family: inherit;"> grocery runs.</span><br />
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To make up for it, here are meal plan for two weeks.<br />
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<u>Veggies</u><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Swiss chard (green & red) </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Baby turnips</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Celery</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lacinato Kale</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Onion </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Cauliflower</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Zucchini</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Broccoli</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Carrots</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Eggplants <i>Sadly</i>, <i>they've</i></span><i><span style="font-family: inherit;"> been neglected </span>and will probably go to waste for the 2nd or 3rd time in a row. My husband and I aren't too fond of eggplants, so I must make an effort to barter theses in the CSA trade in box in the future. If not, caponata, anyone?</i></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u>Starches</u></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Roasting potatoes</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sweet potatoes</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Idaho potatoes</span></li>
</ul>
<u>Squashes</u><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Spaghetti squash</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Butternut squash </span><i style="font-family: inherit;">Channeling Rachel Ray, I now dub this </i><span style="font-family: inherit;">"</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">BNS"</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u>Proteins</u></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Turkey leftovers</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Cornish game hen</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ground turkey</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Beef roast</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bacon</span></li>
</ul>
<u>Fruits</u><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Oranges</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lemons</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Apples</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Persimmons - Fuyu & Hachiya</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Kiwi</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pomegranates</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u>For Salads</u></span><br />
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lettuces (red leaf, green leaf, and romaine)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Radish</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tomatoes</span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Week of 11-27-13</span></h4>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Saturday </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Celebrating Sue's birthday at Downtown Disney</i></span><br />
<ul>
<li><b>Shrimp and grits </b>at <a href="http://www.rbjazzkitchen.com/">Jazz Kitchen</a></li>
</ul>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shrimp & Grits</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Sunday</span><br />
<ul>
<li><b><a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/braised-short-ribs#recipe-ingredients">Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs</a> </b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Monday</span><br />
<ul>
<li><b>Korean Bone Broth Soup </b>with rice & radish kimchi from <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/young-dong-restaurant-buena-park">Young Dong</a> to-go (Buena Park)</li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Tuesday</span><br />
<ul>
<li>Impromptu date night at <a href="http://www.brunosbrea.com/">Bruno's</a> (Brea) </li>
<ul>
<li>Appetizers: <b>Prosciutto e Persimmon Salad; Insalata Tre Colori; Beef Carpaccio</b></li>
<li>Entrées: <b>Linguini Frutti di Mare with gluten-free penne; Bistecca ‘Flat Iron’ with polenta</b></li>
<li>Desserts: <b>Budino al Caramello; Panna Cotta</b></li>
</ul>
</ul>
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</ul>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dining at Bruno's</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Wednesday</span><br />
<ul>
<li><i>Thanksgiving Dinner with the In-Laws</i></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">Thursday </span><i>My first gluten-free holiday</i></span><br />
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<i>Thanksgiving Lunch</i></blockquote>
<ul><ul>
<li>Gluten-free & vegan prix fix at <a href="http://www.theshojin.com/">Shojin</a> (Culver City) with bf Jen and her vegan cousin, Annie</li>
</ul>
</ul>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shojin Fall Luncheon</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>Thanksgiving Dinner</i></span></blockquote>
<ul>
<ul>
<li><b>Turkey Meal from Whole Foods</b> (10-12 lb. turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, & cranberry sauce) *not gluten-free</li>
<li>My Contributions</li>
<ul>
<li><b>Roasted cauliflower with lemon juice & fennel seeds</b></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><b>Roasted zucchini with Herbs de Provence</b></li>
<li><b>Roasted butternut squash with cinnamon & nutmeg</b></li>
<li><b>Slow Cooker Poached Pears </b>inspired by this <a href="http://www.theperfectpantry.com/2011/10/recipe-for-slow-cooker-poached-pears-in-caramel-sauce.html">recipe</a></li>
</ul>
<li>My Aunt's Items</li>
<ul>
<li><b>Homemade root chips</b> featuring beets, purple sweet potatoes, & yams</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><b>Fried calamari</b></li>
<li><b>Connie's signature stuffed peppers</b></li>
</ul>
<li><b>Gluten-free & vegan Pumpkin Pie </b>from Whole Foods <i>Man, do I wish I could have the real thing!</i></li>
</ul>
</ul>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thanksgiving Family Dinner</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Friday</span><br />
<ul>
<li><b>Grilled Shrimp Vermicelli</b> from <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-house-buena-park">Pho House</a> to-go</li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Saturday</span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="http://www.bakedbyrachel.com/2013/11/slow-cooker-turkey-and-potato-chowder/">Slow Cooker Turkey & Potato Chowder</a></b></span></li>
</ul>
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<h4>
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-large;">Week of 12-1-13</span></h4>
<ul>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Sunday</span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/roasted-citrus-herb-game-hen-recipe/index.html"><b>Roasted Citrus-Herb Game Hen</b></a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Swiss Chard & Kale Gratin</b> inspired by Alice Waters' <a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Alice-Waters_-Swiss-Chard-Gratin-Serious-Eats-200463?columns=5&position=1%2F25">reci<span id="goog_37493329"></span><span id="goog_37493330"></span>pe</a></span></li>
<li>Homemade Turkey Stock</li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Monday</span><br />
<ul>
<li><b>Spaghetti Squash Lasagna</b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Tuesday</span><br />
<ul>
<li><b>Slow-Cooked Pot Roast </b>inspired by Anne Burrell's modern <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/anne-burrell/pot-roast-2-recipe/index.html">take</a> on the American classic</li>
<li><b>Side of turnip greens</b> - Debating between the following preparations as it's my first time cooking them</li>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.cookthink.com/recipe/4128/Sauteed_Turnip_Greens_With_Chile_Flakes_And_Mustard">Sautéed turnip greens w/ mustard & chili flakes</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.wikihow.com/Cook-Turnip-Greens">Boiled, then seasoned with greens with butter, salt, and pepper</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Greens-With-Garlic-And-Lemon-My-Recipes">Blanched, then sautéed with EVOO & lemon juice</a></li>
</ul>
<li><b>Simple salad</b> (lettuces, tomato, radish)</li>
<ul>
</ul>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Wednesday</span><br />
<ul>
<li><i>Dine out with Hubby</i></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Thursday</span><br />
<ul>
<li><b>Loaded baked potato</b> with steamed broccoli</li>
<li><b>Simple salad </b></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Friday </span><i><span style="font-family: inherit;">Our friend, Esther, is </span>visiting<span style="font-family: inherit;"> us</span></i><br />
<ul>
<li><b>Arugula salad with persimmons & prosciutto in lemon vinaigrette</b> inspired by a dish from <a href="http://www.brunosbrea.com/">Bruno's</a> (Brea, CA)</li>
<li><span style="color: red;">Entrée TBD</span> </li>
<li><b>Gluten-free Apple Pie </b><i>Prep pie crust the night before</i></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Saturday</span><br />
<ul>
<li><i>Girls Night Out at <a href="http://www.thecheesecakefactory.com/">Cheesecake Factory</a> </i></li>
</ul>
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Breakfast Options:<br />
<ul>
<li>Organic Greek yogurt with pomegranate and raw honey</li>
<li>Gluten-free oatmeal with nuts & goji berries</li>
<li>Omelet with onions & peppers</li>
<li>Roasted sweet potatoes</li>
<li>Banana smoothie</li>
<li>Fried bacon</li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Drinks:</span><br />
<ul>
<li>Spa water with orange slices, a rosemary sprig, & cinnamon stick</li>
<li>Fresh kiwi juice</li>
<li>Fresh almond milk made with almonds & coconut water (optional: flavor with vanilla extra, cinnamon, agave)</li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: inherit;">On the Horizon:</span><br />
<ul>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://pinchmysalt.com/persimmon-cookies-recipe/">Sticky Persimmon Cookies</a></b><i> <span style="font-family: inherit;">I'm waiting for the hachiya persimmons to ripen to mush. Thanks, Michelle!</span></i></li>
<li><a href="http://www.chow.com/recipes/30270-soba-noodles-with-swiss-chardmiso-pesto"><b>Soba Noodles with Swiss Chard–Miso Pesto Recipe</b></a> <i>Thanks for finding this for me, Kelly!</i></li>
</ul>
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I hope you enjoy my meal plan.<br />
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Did you make any interesting alternatives for Thanksgiving dinner? Please comment below to share. I'd love to hear from you.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-2773370662344411352013-10-31T09:00:00.000-07:002013-10-31T23:01:28.473-07:00Meal Planning ~ Week 10-27-13Last week was a blur. I don't even remember what we ate! It was a non-CSA week and there was a mix-up with my <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/winderfarms.html">Winder Farms</a> order, so I didn't get my <a href="https://homedelivery.winderfarms.com/HOMS/ViewProductDetail?mid=11&smid=158&p=31009303">organic produce box</a> delivery. As a result, we didn't have much in the fridge or pantry. <br />
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This week, we made a trip to Costco for proteins and got our CSA box on Wednesday. A fully stocked kitchen makes my meal plan even more important.<br />
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Here is the game plan for the week:<br />
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Sunday<br />
<ul>
<li>Brunch - <i>Out with girlfriends</i></li>
<ul>
<li><b>Buckwheat pancakes</b> from <a href="http://www.earlybirdoc.com/">Early Bird Cafe</a> T<i>his is pretty much the only gluten-sensitive item on their entire <a href="http://www.earlybirdoc.com/menu.html">menu</a>. </i></li>
</ul>
</ul>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Early Bird Cafe Buckwheat Pancakes</td></tr>
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<ul><ul>
</ul>
<li>Dinner - <i>Argentine BBQ Party at Ariel's</i></li>
<ul>
<li><b>Asado steaks chorizo sausages</b><i> from <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/el-gaucho-meat-market-anaheim">El Gaucho</a> cooked to perfection by grill master Ariel</i></li>
<li><b><a href="http://argentinaconsultant.com/2013/10/14/choripan-the-king-of-buenos-aires-street-food/">Choripan</a> </b><i>My non-</i><a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/08/glutenintolerancesymptoms.html" style="font-style: italic;">NCGS</a><i> friends ate the chorizo with French bread as a sandwich </i></li>
<li><b>Grilled red onions </b><i>You'd be amazed at how sweet and addicting these are. Just lightly salted and oiled, then grilled over Mesquite coals. </i></li>
<li><b>Chimichurri </b><i>I am known to bring fresh herb sauce to BBQs, especially South American ones. </i><i>My original inspiration from chimichurri was from this <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/09/grilledchimichurrishrimp.html">recipe</a>, but I make it so often now I just wing it each time. </i><i>This time around, I made it with:</i></li>
<ul>
<li>3 small bunches flat leaf Italian parsley</li>
<li>3 tbsp dried organic Oregano flakes (fresh dried from my herb garden)</li>
<li>1/4 red wine vinegar</li>
<li>3 cloves organic garlic</li>
<li>Juice from 1 lemon</li>
<li>A few sprinkles of red pepper flakes</li>
<li>Salt & pepper to taste</li>
<li>EVOO to desired consistency <i>I like it as a thick dressing; between the viscosity of a paste and a runny mixture.</i></li>
</ul>
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<li>Dessert - <i><a href="http://www.layercakebakery.com/">Layer Cake Bakery</a></i></li>
<ul>
<li>Mini cheesecake with gluten-free graham cracker crust <i>Pretty good</i></li>
<li>Coconut macaroon cookie</li>
</ul>
</ul>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My Plate</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13.333333969116211px;">The Argentine Grill</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Layer Cake's GF Cheesecake</td></tr>
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<a name='more'></a>Monday<br />
<ul>
<li>Dinner - <i>Cold weather calls for hot noodle soup</i></li>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-house-buena-park"><b>Rare Steak Pho</b></a> at <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-house-buena-park">Pho House</a> <i><i>Pho is gluten-free if its made the traditional way with just beef (or pork) and its bones. </i>I called the restaurant ahead to make sure they do not make their broth with any pre-made stock, fish sauce, or soy sauce. Don't add <a href="http://www.kikkomanusa.com/homecooks/products/products_hc_details.php?pf=10513&fam=105">hoisin</a> as it contains wheat. <a href="http://www.huyfong.com/no_frames/sriracha.htm">Sriracha</a> is safe. MSG is almost always included at Asian restaurants; it's gluten-free, but doesn't make me feel great sometimes afterwards.</i></li>
</ul>
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Tuesday</div>
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<ul>
<li>Lunch -<b> </b><i>U</i><i>sing leftover rotisserie chicken and unused celery stalks. </i></li>
<ul>
<li><b style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/lemon-chicken-soup-with-spaghetti-recipe/index.html">Lemon chicken noodle soup</a></b><i style="font-style: italic;"> Note: I do not recommend using quinoa pasta in cooking this soup as it doesn't hold up well. Actually, I don't really like quinoa pasta at all.</i></li>
</ul>
<li>Dinner - <i>Making a gluten-free flour mix from scratch for pastry dough. Detailed post to follow.</i></li>
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<li><b>Rainbow Chard Crostata</b> inspired by <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/anne-burrell/index.html">Anne Burrell</a>'s <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/anne-burrell/swiss-chard-and-ricotta-crostata-recipe/index.html">recipe</a></li>
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Wednesday<br />
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<li>CSA Pick Up Day <i>Here is a <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/csafall1.html">list</a> of what I got</i></li>
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<li>Dinner - <i>Grinding whole spices in my <a href="http://www.buythebullet.com/">Magic Bullet</a> gifted by my BFF </i></li>
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<li><b><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Star-Anise-Chicken-Thighs-with-Meyer-Lemon-Serious-Eats-200360">Star Anise Chicken Thighs with Meyer Lemon</a></b></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Grilled-Japanese-Eggplant-With-Citrus-Miso-Sauce-Food-Network"><b>Citrus-glazed Miso Eggplant</b></a> <i>using fresh Valencia oranges and lime</i></li>
<li>Kale salad in lemon vinaigrette</li>
</ul>
</ul>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13.333333969116211px;"><span style="text-align: start;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">Photo & Recipe by Nick Kindelsperger</span></span></td></tr>
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Thursday</div>
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<li>Dinner </li>
<ul>
<li><b><a href="http://www.food.com/recipe/coffee-and-pepper-crusted-new-york-steaks-172074">Coffee and Pepper Crusted New York Steak</a> </b></li>
<li>Grilled zucchini</li>
<li>Grilled pineapple </li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo & Recipe by <span style="font-size: x-small;">ratherbeswimmin'</span> </td><td class="tr-caption"><br /></td></tr>
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Friday</div>
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<li>Dinner - <i>Dusting off the slow cooker</i></li>
<ul>
<li><b><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Apricot-Glazed-Pork-Roast-Allrecipes">Apricot Glazed Pork Roast</a></b></li>
<li>Salad</li>
<li><b><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Vanilla-roasted-pears-305531">Poached Pears</a></b></li>
</ul>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo & Recipe by Campbell's Kitchen</td></tr>
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Saturday </div>
<ul>
<li>Lunch </li>
<ul>
<li><b><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Swiss-chard-pesto-350885?columns=4&position=25%2F76">Swiss Chard Pesto</a></b> pasta</li>
<li>Salad</li>
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<li>Dinner - <i>Attending a wedding at <a href="http://www.vibiana.com/">Vibiana</a>. I requested "gluten-free" for my meal. Crossing fingers...</i></li>
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<i><3 Congratulations to Diana & Marvin! <3</i></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo by <a href="http://www.adriennegundeblog.com/2013/05/santa-monica-engagement-photography-4/">Adrienne Gunde</a></td></tr>
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Sunday</div>
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<li>Dinner - <i>Cooking dinner for my Dad who is back from a business trip</i></li>
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<li><b>Organic <a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Balsamic-Chicken-Martha-Stewart-195584">Balsamic Chicken</a> </b>or<b> Filipino <a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Classic-chicken-adobo-from-_the-adobo-road-cookbook_-357353">Chicken Adobo</a> </b></li>
<li><a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/Kale-With-Sauteed-Apple-And-Onion-Epicurious?columns=4&position=8%2F74"><b>Kale with Sautéed Apples & Onions</b></a></li>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/assets_c/2013/05/051413-251835-cook-the-book-classic-chicken-adobo-thumb-518xauto-325488.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="301" src="http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/assets_c/2013/05/051413-251835-cook-the-book-classic-chicken-adobo-thumb-518xauto-325488.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo & Recipe by Kate Williams</td></tr>
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Salads<br />
<ul>
<li>Red leaf lettuce, romaine lettuce </li>
<li>Dressing made with <a href="http://blackgarlic.com/">Black Garlic</a> <i>This hot,trending fermented garlic was gifted to be my <a href="http://www.friedas.com/black-garlic/">Frieda's</a>. I just saw it at my local <a href="http://albertsons.mywebgrocer.com/Circular/La-Mirada-Rosecrans-and-La-Mirada-Blvd/1A3F73694/Weekly/2/1">Albertson's</a>. </i></li>
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<li>Balsamic vinegar & Dijon mustard variation <a href="http://food52.com/recipes/307-white-asparagus-with-black-garlic-vinaigrette">recipe</a></li>
<li>Sherry vinegar and shallots variation <a href="http://www.obisone.com/2012/10/black-garlic-vinaigrette/">recipe</a></li>
</ul>
</ul>
Snacks<br />
<ul>
<li>Organic Greek yogurt with Persimmon slices</li>
<li>Ricotta cheese, citrus zest, honey, nuts</li>
<li>Persimmon chips <i>If there's any leftover</i></li>
<li>Roasted yams</li>
<li>Fresh kiwis </li>
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Juice<br />
<ul>
<li>Apple & cucumber, etc.</li>
<li>Grapefruit & kale, etc.</li>
</ul>
<span style="background-color: white;">Note: I am not making anything with butternut squash this week as it needs time to ripen.</span><br />
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If you have any ideas on how to spruce up my salads with typical lettuces, please comment below!<br />
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Enjoy your meals this week.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-91806938293377865692013-10-30T17:26:00.001-07:002013-10-30T20:02:19.831-07:00South Coast Farms CSA Week 1<h2 style="text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Fall Week 1</span></span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This is the first basket of Fall quarter. Here is what I got in my 3rd <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/csa.html">CSA</a> organic basket:</span></span><br />
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<li><span style="line-height: 1.4;">1 bunch Swisss Chard</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.4;">1 head romaine lettuce</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.4;">1 head red leaf lettuce</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.4;">2 cucumbers</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.4;">1 winter squash <i>AKA butternut squash</i></span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 1.4;">4 summer squash <i>AKA green zucchinis</i></span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">3 eggplants</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">1 bunch parsley</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">1 bunch cilantro</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">1 yellow onion</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">1 grapefruit</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">3 pears</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">4 kiwis</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">4 Fuyu persimmons</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">2 Valencia oranges</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">2 Garnet yams</span></li>
<li><span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">1 bunch black kale <i>I traded in my bag of green beans for this</i></span></li>
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Stay tuned for my meal plan summary of how I will use all this amazing produce with main dishes.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-75576308538465092692013-10-23T09:00:00.001-07:002013-10-23T09:00:05.305-07:00Meal Planning ~ Week of 10-6-13 (Part 2)<div style="line-height: 17.27272605895996px;">
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I never got around to posting this as I was dragging my heels on finding all the photos for these meals. I finally got around to it for some proper show-and-tell. This is for the latter half of the week. For the first part of the week, check out my earlier <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/mealplan10062013.html">post</a>. </div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday </b><i><a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/csa.html">CSA</a> Pick Up Day</i></span></span></div>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dinner</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><a href="http://instagram.com/p/e_YiktPBoL/" style="background-color: white; text-decoration: none;">Cauliflower soup</a> (see photo above): Cauliflower and onions cooked in chicken stock, combined in blender, add seasoning to taste</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Thursday</b></span></span></div>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Breakfast</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Extra large roasted yam - 400F for 1hr 15min (made night prior)</span></span></li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://instagram.com/p/e6OzH2PBtL/" style="text-decoration: none;">Green Juice</a> </span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lunch</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Salad - <a href="http://instagram.com/p/e_WTGovBl7/" style="text-decoration: none;">Carrot top pesto</a> chicken thighs, green leaf lettuce, red onion, cucumber, avocado, balsamic dressing</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dinner</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pan-friend pork belly (purchased from <a href="http://www.hanabutchershop.com/" style="text-decoration: none;">Hana Butcher Shop</a>)</span></span></li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Korean <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ssam" style="text-decoration: none;">ssam</a> with red leaf lettuce</span></span></li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://instagram.com/p/fBvgh8PBs2/" style="text-decoration: none;">Roasted buttercup squash soup</a> </span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dessert</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: inherit; text-decoration: none;"><a href="http://instagram.com/p/e8yLfRPBpU/" style="background-color: white; text-decoration: none;">Healthy Chocolate Mousse</a> (see photo below): Avocado, milk of choice, unsweetened cocoa powder, sugar (if desired)</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Friday</b></span></span></div>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lunch</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Thai Shrimp Salad at <a href="http://www.tendergreens.com/" style="text-decoration: none;">Tender Greens</a> with co-workers</span></span></li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Modifications: No Thai dressing (due to fish sauce), sub with lemon vinaigrette; no peantus; no crostini</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dinner <i>Lobster party at our friend's place! Our friend, Mike, caught these California lobsters (as opposed to Maine lobster) in Long Beach </i></span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lobster was prepared by baking with butter & garlic, as well as breaded & deep-fried for my non-GF friends</span></span></li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Organic Roasted Acorn Squash Salad - Roasted acorn squash, sliced persimmons, romaine lettuce, red onions in balsamic vinaigrette</span></span></li>
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<span style="line-height: 24.44444465637207px;">Look at this HUGE tail! Doesn't it make your mouth just water? It was definitely a succulent meal.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Average vs. Extra Large Tail</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mini Me<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Hope you enjoy these recipes!</span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3476717290739271124.post-85755715974081749752013-10-23T09:00:00.000-07:002013-10-23T09:00:06.881-07:00South Coast Farms CSA Week 7 <h2 style="text-align: center;">
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Summer Week 7 </span></span></h2>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Last Week's Basket</td></tr>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This is the last basket of Summer. Here is what I got in my 2nd <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/10/csa.html">CSA</a> organic basket:</span></span><br />
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<li style="border: none; line-height: 17.27272605895996px; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Veggies</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">1 bunch of extra large rainbow chard</li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">1 bunch celery</li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">2 <a href="http://www.thenibble.com/reviews/main/vegetables/squash-glossary6.asp">gold ball squash</a> (round)</li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">2 yellow zuccini</li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">1 basket orange grape tomatoes <i>So sweet, like candy. I loved these. </i></li>
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<li style="border: none; line-height: 17.27272605895996px; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Fruits</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">1 bag of red grapes</li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">4 pluots</li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">1 pear</li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">2 grapefruits (1 from trade in)</li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">4 apples</li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">4 persimmons (2 from trade in)</li>
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<li style="border: none; line-height: 17.27272605895996px; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Starches</span></span></li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">4 russet potatoes</li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">1 butternut squash</li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">1 large yam </li>
<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0.25em 0px;">2 small sweet potatoes</li>
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<span style="line-height: 1.4;">Note: I traded 2 yellow squash and 2 pears.</span><div>
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Stay tuned for my meal plan summary of how I used all this amazing produce. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Buddha's Hand</td></tr>
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<a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=3476717290739271124">Frieda's</a> Specialty Produce kindly sent me a <a href="http://www.friedas.com/buddhas-hand-citron/">Buddha's Hand</a> fruit to try. Kind of timely around Halloween, right?<br />
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I actually first saw it in New York on vacation. I had no idea what it was. It looked like an alien fruit!<br />
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Contrary to what you may think, this fruit is not "new" or a hybrid; it's actually one of the oldest citron fruits originating from China. You can find them at speciality stores like <a href="http://www.deandeluca.com/">Dean & Deluca</a> and <a href="http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/">Whole Foods</a>. If you see it, don't be scared! Give it a shot.<br />
<a name='more'></a>The flavor is like a mild, slightly sweet, but not sour citrus fruit. Think a cross between a mid lemon and sweet kumquat. The tartness level is low. It also has a floral quality to it.<br />
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It doesn't have any pulpy, juicy flesh like lemons and oranges beyond the peel. The rind is edible and you can actually eat the entire thing, including the white center inside.<br />
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Here are some suggestions on how to use this citron claw:<br />
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<li>Raw <i>It tastes great as is</i></li>
<li>Zest it into a <a href="http://www.friedas.com/buddhas-hand-vinaigrette/">salad dressing</a>, <a href="http://whiteonricecouple.com/recipes/buddhas-hand-dressing/">salad</a>,<span id="goog_1460854515"></span> <a href="http://instagram.com/p/fx1qWZPBoD/">yogurt parfait</a> (see below video)<span id="goog_1460854516"></span>, macerated berries</li>
<li><a href="http://www.friedas.com/candied-buddhas-hand-citron/">Candy it</a> S<i>ome cooks like to <a href="http://www.instructables.com/id/Candied-Buddhas-Hand-Citron/">cube it</a>, but I like it in thin strips as it reminds me of <a href="http://www.godiva.com/">Godiva's</a> discontinued <a href="http://www.thatssomichelle.com/2011/01/chocolate-covered-orange-peel.html">candied orange rinds with dark chocolate</a>). </i><i>I am going to post about candied Buddha's Hand soon.</i></li>
<li>Simple syrup <i>I love citrus simple syrup in <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/08/whiskeysour.html">whiskey sours</a>. After I candy them (see above), the left over liquid will be my syrup. It till be very similar to my candied <a href="http://succulentsuccotash.blogspot.com/2013/08/simplesyrup.html">mandarinquat</a> one from earlier. </i></li>
<li>Sangria</li>
<li>Cocktail garnish <i>Peel a strip off the fruit and twist to release the oils. Place in the drip or on the rim of the glass.</i></li>
<li>Tea infusion <i>Just slice it into some hot water and add honey or agave. This is a great immune booster in the cold seasons. </i></li>
<li>Infuse vodka</li>
<li><a href="http://frombellytobacon.com/2012/04/05/preserved-buddhas-hand/">Preserve</a> <i>Like you would a <a href="http://foodinjars.com/2013/02/eight-ways-to-preserve-meyer-lemons/">lemon</a></i></li>
<li>Air freshener <i>Slice it and let the fragrance brighten up a room</i></li>
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Here's a quick little video on a quick and simple yogurt bowl I put together using the Buddha's Hand rind and fruit. </div>
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Do you have any other ideas on how to use it? Comment below!<br />
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