Monday, August 17, 2009

Southwestern Turkey Fajitas


Ingredients:
Tomatillo Salsa
1 pound(s) tomatillos, husked and rinsed
1 small poblano chile, cut in half, stems and seeds discarded
1 small shallot, cut up
3 tablespoon(s) fresh lime juice
3/4 teaspoon(s) salt
3/4 teaspoon(s) sugar
1/3 cup(s) packed fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

Turkey and Onion Fajitas
2 (about 1 3/4 pounds) whole turkey-breast tenderloins, substitute 6 medium skinless, boneless chicken-breast halves
2 tablespoon(s) fajita seasoning, (see note)
4 teaspoon(s) olive oil
3 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
12 (6-inch) corn tortillas

Directions
Make the Tomatillo Salsa: Preheat broiler. Place tomatillos in broiling pan without rack. Place pan in broiler 5 to 6 inches from source of heat and broil tomatillos 10 minutes or until blackened in spots and blistering, turning tomatillos over once. When tomatillos are turned, add poblano, skin side up, to pan and broil 6 minutes or until charred.

In blender or food processor with knife blade attached, pulse tomatillos, poblano, shallot, lime juice, salt, and sugar until chopped. Stir in cilantro. Cover and refrigerate salsa up to 3 days if not serving right away. Makes about 2 cups.
Prepare Turkey and Onion Fajitas: In medium bowl, toss turkey tenderloins or chicken with fajita seasoning and 2 teaspoons oil. Brush onion slices with remaining 2 teaspoons oil.

Place turkey or chicken and onions on hot grill rack. Cook turkey 15 to 20 minutes (chicken 10 to 12 minutes) or until juices run clear when thickest part is pierced with tip of knife (internal temperature of turkey tenderloins should be 170 degrees F on meat thermometer), turning turkey or chicken over once. Cook onions 12 to 15 minutes or until tender and golden, turning them over once.

While turkey or chicken is cooking, place several tortillas on same grill and heat just until lightly browned, removing to a sheet of foil as they brown. Wrap tortillas in foil and keep warm.

To assemble fajitas: Transfer onions to bowl. Transfer turkey or chicken to cutting board and thinly slice. Top tortillas with equal amounts of turkey or chicken and onion; spoon some salsa on each and fold over to eat out of hand. Serve with any remaining onions and salsa.

Black Bean Tortilla Soup


Ingredients:
1 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil
1 1/2 pound(s) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
Salt
1 large (12 ounces) onion, chopped
2 medium (3 ounces each) poblano chiles, seeded and chopped
2 clove(s) garlic, crushed with press
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground cumin
1 teaspoon(s) ground coriander
1 carton(s) (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cup(s) water
1 cup(s) frozen corn kernels
1 can(s) (15 to 19 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup(s) fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup(s) loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
2 cup(s) coarsely broken tortilla chips

Directions
In 6-quart saucepot, heat oil on medium-high until hot. Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add chicken to saucepot in 2 batches, and cook 5 minutes per batch or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally. With slotted spoon, remove chicken to medium bowl once it is browned.

After all chicken is browned, add onion, poblanos, and garlic to saucepot; cook on medium 10 minutes or until vegetables are lightly browned and tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in cumin and coriander; cook 1 minute. Add broth and water; cover and heat to boiling.

Return chicken, and any juices in bowl, to saucepot; stir in frozen corn and black beans. Heat to boiling on medium-high; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes to blend flavors. Stir in lime juice and cilantro.

Ladle soup into bowls. Serve with tortilla chips for sprinkling on top of soup. Makes about 11 cups.

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/black-bean-tortilla-soup-recipes

Shrimp Enchiladas Verde


1 pound(s) peeled cooked shrimp , (21-25 per pound; thawed if frozen), tails removed
1 cup(s) frozen corn, thawed
2 can(s) (4 ounce) chopped green chiles, (not drained)
2 cup(s) canned green enchilada sauce, or green salsa, divided
12 corn tortillas
1 can(s) (15 ounce) nonfat refried beans
1 cup(s) reduced-fat shredded cheese, such as Mexican-style, Monterey Jack or Cheddar
1/2 cup(s) chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, cut into wedges

Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degree F. Coat a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.

Combine shrimp, corn, chiles and 1/2 cup enchilada sauce (or salsa) in a microwave-safe medium bowl. Cover and microwave on High until heated through, 2 1/2 minutes.
Spread 1/4 cup enchilada sauce (or salsa) in the prepared baking dish. Top with an overlapping layer of 6 tortillas. Spread refried beans evenly over the tortillas.

Top the beans with the shrimp mixture, followed by the remaining 6 tortillas. Pour the remaining sauce (or salsa) over the tortillas. Cover with foil.

Bake the enchiladas until they begin to bubble on the sides, about 20 minutes.

Remove the foil; sprinkle cheese on top. Continue baking until heated through and the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes more. Top with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/shrimp-enchiladas-verde-recipe-5347

Chicken Mole Tostadas


1 cup(s) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup(s) pipiân (pumpkin seed sauce) or mole sauce from Doña Maria Mexican Condiment (8.25-oz jar)
3 cup(s) cooked, shredded chicken
1/2 cup(s) (plus whole leaves for garnish) chopped cilantro
1/4 cup(s) minced red onion
3 tablespoon(s) lime juice
48 restaurant-style tortilla chips

Directions
Whisk broth and pipiân in a small saucepan until blended; heat over medium heat until mixture is hot. Remove from heat.

Place chicken in a large bowl and toss with pipiân, cilantro, onion, and lime juice.
Arrange tortilla chips on a platter. Top each chip with 1 tablespoon of the chicken mole and 1/4 teaspoon Avocado Cream. Garnish with a cilantro leaf.

Avocado Cream: Scoop the flesh of 1 ripe Hass avocado into a small bowl and mash until smooth. Stir in 1 tablespoon each mayonnaise and fresh lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/chicken-mole-tostadas-rbk1207

Green Tomato Salsa


Ingredients:
8 ounce(s) green tomatoes, chopped
8 ounce(s) ripe red tomatoes, chopped
1 cup(s) fresh corn kernels
1/4 cup(s) snipped fresh chives
2 tablespoon(s) fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1/8 teaspoon(s) coarsely ground black pepper

Directions
In medium bowl, gently stir tomatoes with corn, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors, or up to 8 hours. Drain before serving if chilled longer than 1 hour.

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/green-tomato-salsa

Grilled Three Cheese Sandwiches.


Ingredients:
6 large slices sourdough bread, each about 1/2 inch thick
1/2 cup(s) coarsely shredded Asiago cheese
6 ounce(s) fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
4 ounce(s) Fontina cheese, sliced

Directions
Prepare outdoor grill for covered direct grilling over medium heat.
Place 3 slices bread on work surface. Sprinkle bread with Asiago, then top with mozzarella and Fontina. Top with remaining bread.

Place sandwiches on hot grill rack. Cover grill and cook 8 to 10 minutes or until bread is toasted and cheeses melt, turning sandwiches over once. Cut each sandwich in half to serve.

Greek Turkey Burgers.


Ingredients:
1 package(s) (.7 oz.) Italian dressing mix
1 cup(s) finely chopped tomato
1/2 cup(s) finely chopped cucumber
2 tablespoon(s) white wine vinegar
2 teaspoon(s) olive oil
1 1/4 pound(s) ground turkey (93% lean)
1/3 cup(s) dry bread crumbs
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon(s) milk
4 pita bread rounds
1/4 cup(s) crumbled Feta cheese

Directions
Preheat grill to medium-high. In a small bowl, combine 1 Tbsp. dressing mix, tomato, cucumber, vinegar and oil. Chill while preparing burgers.

In another bowl, combine remaining dressing, turkey, bread crumbs, egg white and milk. Gently mix to combine ingredients; form into 4 patties.

Grill 7 to 8 minutes per side, or until meat reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Nestle each burger into a pita pocket; top with tomato mixture and Feta cheese. Add lettuce, if you like.

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/greek-turkey-burger

Monday, August 10, 2009

Chocolate-Banana Souffle'


Ingredients:
3 tablespoon(s) sugar, plus extra for preparing soufflé dishes
2 ounce(s) semisweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoon(s) instant espresso powder, or instant coffee
2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
1/3 cup(s) unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-process
3 tablespoon(s) cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
1/2 cup(s) mashed ripe banana (1 large)
1/4 cup(s) packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup(s) low-fat milk
5 large egg whites
1/8 teaspoon(s) cream of tartar
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil six 6-ounce (3/4-cup) individual soufflé dishes or ramekins or coat them with nonstick spray. Dust with sugar, turning to coat, and tapping out the excess. Set aside.

Melt chocolate over barely simmering water or in the microwave. Dissolve espresso powder (or instant coffee) in vanilla in a small bowl.

Sift cocoa, cornstarch and salt into a large bowl. Add banana, brown sugar, and milk, whisking to blend. Add melted chocolate and the coffee mixture and blend well.
Place egg whites in a clean, grease-free mixing bowl. Beat on low speed with an electric mixer until frothy. Add cream of tartar; increase the speed to medium and whip until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 3 tablespoons sugar and beat on medium-high until the whites hold stiff, but not dry, peaks.

Whisk one-fourth of the egg whites into chocolate mixture. Gently but quickly, fold in the remaining whites with a rubber spatula. Spoon into the prepared soufflé dishes or ramekins.

Bake until soufflés are well puffed and browned, but still jiggle slightly when shaken, 15 to 25 minutes, or. Remove from the oven and sift a little confectioners' sugar over the top. Serve immediately.

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/chocolate-banana-souffles-recipe-5689

Buffalo Chicken Salad


Ingredients:
1 1/4 pound(s) chicken breast tenders, each cut crosswise in half, then lengthwise in half
1/4 teaspoon(s) ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
3 tablespoon(s) cayenne pepper sauce
1 tablespoon(s) butter
1 head(s) (large) Boston lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 cup(s) shredded carrots
2 stalk(s) celery, thinly sliced (1 cup)
1/2 cup(s) blue cheese dressing

Directions
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Spray 15 1/2" by 10 1/2" jelly-roll pan with nonstick cooking spray. Toss chicken with red pepper and salt. Place on prepared pan and bake 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, in microwave-safe small bowl, microwave pepper sauce, butter, and 1 tablespoon water on High 30 seconds or until butter is melted. Add sauce to chicken in pan; stir to coat. Bake 2 to 3 minutes longer or until chicken is no longer pink throughout.

To serve, arrange lettuce on 4 dinner plates; top with chicken. Sprinkle with carrots and celery and drizzle with dressing.

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/buffalo-chicken-salad-recipe

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Broccoli-Bacon Salad


Ingredients:
1 clove(s) garlic, minced
1/4 cup(s) low-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup(s) reduced-fat sour cream
2 teaspoon(s) cider vinegar
1 teaspoon(s) sugar
4 cup(s) finely chopped broccoli crowns (see Tips & Techniques)
1 can(s) (8-ounce) sliced water chestnuts, rinsed and chopped
3 slice(s) cooked bacon, crumbled
3 tablespoon(s) dried cranberries
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions
Whisk garlic, mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, and sugar in a large bowl. Add broccoli, water chestnuts, bacon, cranberries, and pepper; stir to coat with the dressing.

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/broccoli-bacon-salad-recipe-6461

EatingWell Deviled Eggs


Ingredients:
12 large hard-boiled eggs (see Tips & Techniques), peeled
1/3 cup(s) nonfat cottage cheese
1/4 cup(s) low-fat mayonnaise
3 tablespoon(s) minced fresh chives or scallion greens
1 tablespoon(s) sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoon(s) yellow mustard
1/8 teaspoon(s) salt
Paprika for garnish

Directions
Halve eggs lengthwise with a sharp knife. Gently remove the yolks. Place 16 yolk halves in a food processor (discard the remaining 8 yolk halves). Add cottage cheese, mayonnaise, chives (or scallion greens), relish, mustard, and salt; process until smooth.

Spoon about 2 teaspoons yolk mixture into each egg white half. Sprinkle with paprika, if desired.

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/eatingwell-deviled-eggs-recipe-6847

Monday, August 3, 2009

Chicken Vegetable Meatloaf


Ingredients:
4 slice(s) firm white bread
2 pound(s) ground chicken
1 package(s) (10 oz.) frozen classic mixed vegetables, thawed
3 tablespoon(s) fresh dill, chopped
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
Salt and pepper

Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F. While oven preheats, place bread slices on cookie sheet in oven and toast 10 to 15 minutes or until golden, turning over once. Transfer toast to wire rack to cool slightly. In food processor with knife blade attached, pulse bread until coarsely chopped. (You should have 1 scant cup.) Line 15 1/2" by 10 1/2" jelly-roll pan or 13" by 9" metal baking pan with nonstick aluminum foil.

In large bowl, place chicken, vegetables, dill, eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Add bread crumbs and mix until blended, but do not overmix. In prepared pan, shape meat mixture into 9" by 5" loaf, handling meat as little as possible for best texture.

Bake meatloaf 45 to 55 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center reaches 165°F. (Temperature will rise to 170°F upon standing.)

Let meatloaf stand 10 minutes to set juices for easier slicing.

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/chicken-vegetable-meatloaf-recipe