Recipes
Find all of Chef Nancy’s recipes right here! From Appetizers and Entrees to Soups and Sweet Treats, we’ve got you covered! Enjoy!
From Global Inspiration to Weeknight Simplicity
Friday Four – Veggie Burgers or Bean Balls – 100220
No. 1 : Quick RecipeVeggie Burgers OR Bean Balls 2 (15 oz) Cans Cannellini Beans, rinsed and drained3 Cups Coarsely Chopped Red Onion, coarsely chopped1 ¼ Cup Rolled Oats1 TB Ancho Chile Powder1 TB Smoked Paprika1 Tsp Sea Salt1 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes3 TB Ketchup2 – 3...
Spicy Tuesday – Cumin Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
Who doesn’t love mashed potatoes? Soft, warm, creamy and delicious – they taste great. Here’s a swap-out for some of the potatoes that boosts veggies and flavors with cauliflower and spices, making it better-for-you and super delicious. Oh yeah, we think that these...
Friday Four – Seafood Soup or Zuppa di Pesce – 092520
No. 1 : Quick RecipeZuppa di Pesce 1/2 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil2 Large Red Onions, chopped1 Large Carrot Minced2 Ribs Celery, Minced4 Cloves Garlic, grated3 LBs Mild, White, Firm Fish cut into 2-inch pieces (like halibut, red snapper monkfish or haddock)2 LB Medium...
Spicy Tuesday – Flavors of Fall Rice Salad – Thyme
Do the variety of different rice types and blends entice you with their beautiful colors and descriptions? They certainly do us! Fall seems like the best time of year to serve up a salad like this one – full of gorgeous color and delicious flavors. This week’s recipe...
Friday Four – Antipasto Salad with Tomato Basil Dressing – 091920
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Antipasto Salad with Tomato Basil Dressing 1 (15 OZ) Can Cannellini Beans, Rinsed and Drained1 Tsp Italian Seasoning1/2 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes1/2 Tsp Sea Salt1 TB Extra Virgin Olive OilJuice of 1/2 Lemon4 - 6 Cups Baby Spinach1 Cup Grape Tomatoes,...
Spicy Tuesday – Mediterranean Lemon Herb Dip – Chives
The flavors of creamy rich yogurt, bright lemon and garlic always make us think of the Mediterranean. This dip does too! We use it here for veggies, but it also is an awesome sauce with roasted or grilled fish or chicken. The dip is super easy to make, you’ll just do...
Friday Four – Moist and Easy Sicilian Olive Oil Cake – 091120
No. 1 : Quick RecipeSicilian Olive Oil Cake 3 Large Eggs ¾ Cup Raw Sugar ½ Cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil ½ Cup Almond or Oat Milk 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract ½ Tsp Almond Extract 1 ½ Cups Whole Wheat Pastry Flour 1 ½ Tsp Baking Powder ½ Tsp Fine Sea Salt Powdered Sugar and...
090820 I LOVE Mushrooms Salad – Thyme
Do you love mushrooms? We do too! Here’s a delicious and easy and interesting way to enjoy mushrooms – no matter what kind you find in the market. Perfect as a salad tonight – and leftovers make a super pita stuffer for tomorrow. Mushrooms are little sponges of flavor...
Friday Four – Argentinean Grill with Bright Green Herbed Sauce – 090420
No. 1 : Quick RecipeArgentinean Grill 2 LBs Sirloin, Pork Loin or Chicken cut into 2” Pieces1 Recipe Churrasco-style Dry Rub1 Recipe ChimichurriGrilled Bread and Tomato SlicesStep One Place the meat or poultry in a plastic bag and add ¼ – ½ of the dry rub. (Keep the...
Spicy Tuesday – Potato Potato Potato Salad – Oregano
We just can’t resist sharing this recipe for the last “cookout” holiday of summer. An easy way to enjoy potato salad without all the heavy gooey mayo! Plus this recipe adds the goodness of sweet potatoes, too. So you’re getting the benefit of more than just the plain...
082720 Friday Four – Summer Tomatoes and Bell Peppers with Spanish Vinaigrette
No. 1 : Quick RecipeSummer Tomatoes & Bell Peppers with Spanish Vinaigrette Large Head of Butter Lettuce½ Cup Chopped Parsley ½ Cup Chopped Cilantro4 Large Slicing Tomatoes1 Cup Chopped Manzanilla Olives (or other green olives)1 Cup Sliced Large Caper Berries or...
Spicy Tuesday – Best Ever Guacamole – 082520
This easy recipe is always a hit with our students. In fact, we have recommended this guacamole many times as a simple and healthy alternative to “store bought” dips. This beauty is quick and easy - and believe us, your guests will be begging for the recipe! Feel free...
Friday Four – Crispy Almond Crab Cakes with Lemon Caper Remoulade – 082120
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Crispy Almond Crab Cake with Lemon Caper Remolaude 1 LB *Crabmeat 1 Large Egg, beaten 1 TB Chives, Chopped Zest from a Lime 2 TB Lime Juice 1 TB Dijon Mustard 1 TB Minced Cilantro 1 Tsp Worcestershire ½ tsp Sea Salt ½ Tsp Red Pepper Flakes 2 Cups...
Spicy Tuesday – Southwestern Shredded Salad – Smoked Paprika
A shredded salad is a super way to create a one-platter meal full of veggies and color. When you toss up this salad, you’ll have rave reviews at dinner, and then you can tuck any leftovers in a pita pocket for lunch tomorrow. This salad’s easy dressing is made with...
Friday Four – Not Your Average Greek Inspired Salad – 081420
No. 1 : Quick RecipeNot Your Average Greek Inspired Salad 1 Tin Sardines in Olive Oil, drained7 TB Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided6 Slices Whole Wheat Bread, Cubed2 Cups Shredded Kale1 TB Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice1 TB Red Wine Vinegar1 Tsp Grated Garlic2 Tsp Dried...
