Notes & Info

Braised Brussels Sprouts

1 pound brussels sprouts, trimmed 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup water 1 tsp butter If the brussels sprouts are large, cut them in half lengthwise. Place everything but the butter in a large pan or skillet that will accommodate the sprouts in one layer. Bring to a boil, then cover and cook 8-12 minutes, depending […]

Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes

2 pounds sweet potatoes 1/2 cup cream or Half & Half 1 1/2 tsp minced chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, with seeds 1 1/2 tsp adobo sauce (from the can of chiles) 2 tbsp unsalted butter Freshly ground black pepper Kosher salt Preheat the oven to 350°. Place the washed and dried sweet potatoes on […]

Curried Black-Eyed Peas

1 3/4 cup dried black-eyed peas 3 tbsp oil 1 3/4 cup diced onion 1/3/4 tsp ground coriander 3/4 tsp garlic, optional 1 tsp grated fresh ginger 3/4 tsp turmeric 3/4 tsp cayenne pepper 3/4 tsp ground cumin 3/4 cup diced tomatoes 3 cups water 3/4 tsp salt 1 can coconut milk 1 tbsp plus […]

Potato Casserole

2 packages frozen O’Brien potatoes (diced with onion and peppers) 1-2 bunches diced green onions 1 recipe white sauce for Macaroni and Cheese, using: – 4 cups liquid – 6 tbsp butter – 6 tbsp flour Mix all ingredients together. Bake at 325° until hot and bubbly, about 40 minutes.