Notes & Info

Martha’s Chili

1 cup dry beans, cooked (black or kidney) 1 large onion 1 green pepper (or red) 1 or 2 ribs celery 1 clove garlic, optional 2 tbsp oil, or vegetable oil spray 2 cups chopped tomatoes 8 oz. tomato sauce 1 tsp oregano 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tsp powdered cumin 1/2 tsp salt Chop […]

Tomato Zucchini Tart

This quiche is great for parties because it can be served either warm from the oven, or at room temperature. 9 oz. puff pastry sheet, thawed (I like Trader Joe’s brand) 6 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese 1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano leaves […]

Rosemary-Chickpea Dip

2 tsp. olive oil 1 cup chopped green onions 2 15.5 oz cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained, or the equivalent of dried, cooked beans 1 1/2 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary 1/2 tsp. salt 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup vegetable broth Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Add […]

Green Beans with Bacon

2 oz. bacon, diced small onion, minced 1 pound green beans, trimmed ½ tsp. red pepper flakes salt ½ cup boiling water 1 tbsp. butter 1 tbsp. cider vinegar freshly ground pepper In a large deep skillet, cook the bacon over moderate heat, stirring, until golden. Transfer the bacon with a slotted spoon to a […]

Brownell Chocolate Sauce

For a party: 12 tbsp butter (6 ounces) 3/4 cup cocoa OR 6 oz. unsweetened baking chocolate   (suggest using half of each, or even a higher percentage actual chocolate) 1 1/2 cups white sugar 1 1/2 cups heavy cream OR half & half pinch of salt 1 tbsp vanilla extract OR another flavoring to taste […]