Week of August 28, 2020
Menu #1
Entree
Tex-Mex Summer Squash Casserole
Chiles and cheese turn mild summer squash into a zesty, satisfying casserole. The jalapenos make this dish quite hot; if you prefer a milder version, use a second can of diced green chiles instead.
Total:
1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 12
Ingredients
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2 1/4 pounds summer squash, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise (about 10 cups)
⅔ cup finely chopped yellow onion
1 4-ounce can chopped green chiles
1 4-1/2-ounce can chopped jalapenos, (about 1/2 cup), drained
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
2 1/4 cups grated extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, (about 7 ounces), divided
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup mild salsa
4 scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, for garnish
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Step 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Step 2 Combine squash, onion, chiles, jalapenos, salt and 3/4 cup cheese in a large bowl. Sprinkle with flour; toss to coat. Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish and cover with foil.
Step 3 Bake the casserole until it is bubbling and the squash is tender, 35 to 45 minutes. Spoon salsa over the casserole and sprinkle with the remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese. Bake, uncovered, until golden and heated through, 20 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle with scallions and red onion.
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/252090/tex-mex-summer-squash-casserole
side#1
Chili-Brown Sugar Delicata Squash with Pears
Pears and delicata squash tossed with brown sugar, chili powder and bacon is a delectable combination. To make this vegetarian, omit the bacon and toss the squash and pears with the brown sugar and chili powder during the last 5 minutes of roasting.
Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2010
By EatingWell Test Kitchen
Total:
35 mins
Servings: 4
Ingredients
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1 pound delicata squash (about 1 large)
2 medium ripe but firm pears, sliced
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 slices bacon
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
Directions
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Step 1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Step 2 Cut squash in half lengthwise; scoop out the seeds. Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices. Toss in a large bowl with pears, oil, salt and pepper. Spread on a large baking sheet.
Step 3 Roast the squash and pears until just tender, stirring once or twice, 20 to 25 minutes.
Step 4 Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
Step 5 Discard all but 2 teaspoons fat from the pan. Over medium heat, stir in water, brown sugar and chili powder. Add the squash and pears; toss to coat. Crumble the bacon on top.
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/250172/chili-brown-sugar-delicata-squash-with-pears
Dessert #1
Coconut-Topped Bananas
A creamy peanut butter-and-yogurt layer and crunchy cornflakes in this recipe turn plain bananas into an extraordinary treat.
Source: Diabetic Living Magazine
By Diabetic Living Magazine
Active:
20 mins
Total:
20 mins
Servings: 8
Ingredients
⅓ cup coarsley crushed cornflakes
2 tablespoons flaked coconut
2 tablespoons vanilla fat-free, low-calorie yogurt
2 tablespoons peanut butter
2 bananas (each about 5 ounces or about 6 inches long)
Directions
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Step 1
In a small skillet, combine crushed cornflakes and coconut; cook and stir over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until coconut is starting to brown. Remove from heat; set aside. In a small bowl, combine yogurt and peanut butter.
Step 2
Slice each banana in half crosswise and then lengthwise to make 8 pieces total. Place each piece, cut side up, on a small plate. Spread peanut butter mixture atop banana pieces. Sprinkle evenly with the cornflake mixture.
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/264116/coconut-topped-bananas
Menu # 2
Entrée or side
Cauliflower Steaks with Chimichurri
In this stunning, healthy cauliflower recipe, a head of cauliflower is cut into thick slabs then roasted until caramelized and served with chimichurri, a garlic-herb sauce. The cauliflower steaks make a fine accompaniment to actual steaks, or better still, serve them on their own as a vegetarian alternative to steak. Each head of cauliflower will provide 2 to 3 steaks from the center--the sides tend to crumble. For a truly show-stopping presentation, use the center portion of 2 heads and save the rest of the cauliflower for another recipe that calls for cauliflower florets.
By Molly Stevens
Total:
1 hr
Servings: 4
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced jalapeño pepper
¾ teaspoon salt, divided
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh oregano
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
½ teaspoon paprika
Olive or canola oil cooking spray
1 large head cauliflower (about 3 pounds)
Freshly ground pepper to taste
3 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Directions
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Step 1 Combine oil, garlic, jalapeno and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan or skillet. Cook over medium heat just until the garlic starts to sizzle, 2 to 4 minutes, but don't let it brown. Remove from heat and stir in oregano, thyme, water, vinegar and paprika. Cover and set aside.
Step 2 Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and coat with cooking spray.
Step 3 Remove any outer leaves from the cauliflower, but leave the stem intact. Place on a cutting board, stem-side down. Using a large chef's knife, cut into 1/2- to 3/4-inch-thick slices. The center few slices should remain more or less intact, but the outer slices will crumble into smaller pieces. Cut any of the medium pieces into 1/2- to 3/4-inch-thick flat shapes--it's the flat surfaces that roast the best. Place the large and medium pieces on the baking sheet with the cut surfaces touching the pan; sprinkle small pieces in any empty spots. Coat the cauliflower with cooking spray and season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper.
Step 4 Roast the cauliflower, gently turning once halfway through, until browned and the stems feel tender when pierced with a knife, lll to 35 minutes.
Step 5 Just before serving, stir parsley into the reserved herb sauce and season with pepper. Serve the cauliflower steaks with the sauce.
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/252182/cauliflower-steaks-with-chimichurri
Side #2
Carrot-Cumin Salad
Grated carrots are anything but plain when tossed with with parsley, lemon juice and cumin.
15 mins
Servings: 4
Ingredients
6 carrots, coarsely grated
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin