Ingredients:1 lb cleaned squid, large tentacles halved1 lb pasta1 lb rapini (broccoli rabe), stems removed and corsely chopped1/4 cup bread crumbs4 cloves garlic, minced2 anchovy fillets1 shallot, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 lemonsaltpepper Directions:Cook pasta according to box instructions. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large saucepan. When hot, add the garlic, shallots and anchovies and […]
seafood
Shrimp & Salmon Cakes with a Spicy Dipping Sauce
Ingredients: 6 oz salmon fillet, boned and skinned6 oz raw shrimp, shelled7 dried shiitake mushrooms2 eggs1 slice cooked bacon, crumbled1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine or sherry1 tablespoon oyster sauce1 teaspoon soy sauce1/4 cup cabbage shredded1/4 cup green onions, minced1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated4 tablespoons oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1 1/2 […]
Swiss Chard, Beef, Shrimp and Tofu Summer Rolls
Ingredients: Beef: 3/4 pound thinly sliced beef, cut into 3-4 inch strips1/4 pound mushrooms, sliced2 tablespoons oil Beef Marinade: 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce1 tablespoons soy sauce1 teaspoon sesame oil1 teaspoon minced garlic1 teaspoon chili paste1/2 teaspoon chili sauce (Sriracha or other red hot sauce) Greens: 1 pound Swiss chard1 teaspoon soy sauce1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar1/4 […]
Tuna Salad
Ingredients:6 oz canned albacore tuna, thoroughly drained1 shallot, minced2 stalks celery, minced2 carrots minced1 tablespoon capers2 to 3 tablespoons mayonnaise1 tablespoon Goddess Dressingjuice of 1/2 lemon Directions:Place all ingredients in a large bowl, mix to combine. Serve on long, crusty rolls with tomato and lettuce or as a melt with cheddar cheese. My thoughts: Tuna […]
A Sauce of Two Fishes
Ingredients:32 oz can whole tomatoes, hand crushed1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup chopped parsley6 oz can tuna, drained and flaked10 anchovy fillets6 canned or jarred artichoke hearts, coarsely chopped4 cloves garlic, mincedred pepper flakes Directions:In a large sauce pan, heat oil. Add garlic and saute until golden. Reduce heat to low and add the anchovies. Using […]
Cauliflower and Garlic Pasta
Ingredients:1 head cauliflower, cut into small florets3/4 lb dried pasta1/2 cup chicken broth1/4 cup grated parmesan2 tablespoons red pepper flakes2 tablespoon olive oil5 anchovy filets5 cloves garlic, minced Directions:Cook pasta according to package instructions. Five minutes before it is finished, add the cauliflower to the pasta and allow to steam for the remaining of the […]
Two Mushroom Risotto with Shrimp
Ingredients:1 lb raw shrimp, peeled5 cups chicken stock2 cups Arborio rice2 cups hot water2/3 cup parmesan8 oz sliced fresh mushrooms3/4 oz dried porcini mushrooms4 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 shallot, minced Directions:In a medium bowl, soak the porcini mushrooms in the hot water. After 30 minutes, strain the porcini mushrooms into a small bowl, reserving […]
Fried Fillet of Flounder
Ingredients: 1 to 1 1/2 lb flounder fillets 1 lime 1/4 cup flour 1/4 cup cornmeal 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder salt pepper oil for frying Directions: Place fish in a large bow. Squeeze the lime over the fish. Place in the refrigerator for ten minutes, while you mix together all of […]
Catfish Fry
Ingredients:2 lb catfish filets*, cut in half length-wise1/2 cup cornmeal1/4 flour1 tablespoon Old Bay1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne1 teaspoon celery seedsaltpepperjuice of one lemonoil for frying Directions: Place fish in a shallow bowl, squeeze lemon juice over the fish. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. On a plate, mix together flour, cornmeal, Old Bay, cayenne, salt, pepper and […]
Tomato Sauce with Anchovies
Ingredients: 28 oz canned whole tomatoes, crushed*1/3 cup olive oil1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley2 tablespoons garlic, minced10 anchovy filets, roughly chopped1 teaspoon red pepper flakes1 lb fun pasta of your choice, cooked and drained Directions: In a medium pot, saute garlic in olive oil until just golden. Remove from heat. Add anchovies and mash the […]