Recipes — MainCourse

Myrna Burlock

Steak and Soba Noodle Stir Fry

photo by Brian W Ferry Ingredients                                    2 tablespoons sliced almonds 8 ounces soba (Japanese-style noodles) or spaghettini Kosher salt 1 teaspoon plus 3 tablespoons LG robust EVOO 12 ounces skirt or flank steak Freshly ground black pepper 2 scallions, whites and greens separated, chopped 4 medium garlic cloves, chopped 1 tablespoon grated peeled ginger 2 heads baby bok choy, quartered 1 medium carrot, peeled, thinly sliced on a diagonal 3 tablespoons oyster sauce 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar 1 tablespoon LG Roasted Sesame Oil Preparation Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread out almonds on a small...

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Myrna Burlock

Crispy Za'atar Fish with Israeli Couscous, Swiss Chard, and Feta

      Adapted from a recipe by Rhoda Boone, Epicurious January 2015 Za'atar is a pre-made spice blend of aromatic dried thyme or oregano, sumac, and nutty sesame seeds. Recipes for Za'atar, varies by origin. Here, it flavors fish fillets served over a warm salad of wilted chard, crisp pomegranate seeds, briny olives, and salty feta. 1 cup Israeli or pearl couscous1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt2 1/2 tablespoons med robust UP Extra-Virgin olive oil, or Meyer Lemon, divided Four 6-ounce arctic char or striped bass, or Salmon fillets preferably skin on (about 3/4-inch thick)3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper8...

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Stir-Fry Basics

Stir-frying is a simple way to cook a nutritious meal in a short amount of time. The beauty of a stir-fry is that you can grab whatever you have on hand or make use of fresh, seasonal ingredients.   Here are a 5 basic steps to creating your perfect stir-fry:   1. Get your skillet or wok ready over medium heat   2. Choose your oil: Select a Medium to Robust Intensity EVOO                             or Select one of our flavor infused or fused oils for an added punch (Heat seekers will love the Red Cayenne)   3. Choose your protein...

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Amy Ingram

Traditional Greek Roast Chicken with Potatoes

Ingredients: 1 Whole Chicken A few Large Potatoes 1 Large Lemon Dried Oregano Fresh-Cracked Pepper Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil ¼ cup Water Fresh Bread Feta Cheese Kalamata Olives Cooking Directions:Preheat oven to 450 degrees.Place whole chicken in a roasting pan. Peel and chop potatoes into large chunks, and place them into the roast pan around the chicken. Add water to pan evenly. Pour EVOO over chicken and potatoes (enough that everything is well coated and some oil is collecting in the pockets of the pan). Cut lemon into several large chunks. Squeeze lemon juice over chicken and potatoes, and...

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