Category Archives: Entrees

Tired of Planning Dinner?

 I want to say the ‘t’ word. Julie Child would never say it, nor allow those around her to say it. I’ve read many books about Julia; she was known for cooking tirelessly (almost said it!) then exuberantly heading out for a late night on the town. But if you want to say you’re tired of [...]

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Kicking Gravy Up a Notch with Bitters

Rita’s Roast Beef with Angostura Gravy Serves 6 with approx 1-1/4 cups gravy     Cook time about 1-1/4 hrs total 2-3      lb. boneless beef roast (eye-of-round, sirloin tip roast or cut of your choice) 2          Tbsp. olive oil, divided 2          tsp. Angostura Aromatic Bitters, divided             Salt & fresh-ground pepper 1/2      small onion, thinly sliced 2         cloves [...]

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My Favorite Sloppy Joes

Best Ever Sloppy Joes Prep: 20 minutes  Cook: 25 minutes Makes 5-1/2 to 6 cups (6-10 servings) 1              can (14-1/2 oz) petite diced tomatoes in juice 1/3          cup red wine vinegar (5% acidity) * 1/3          cup ketchup * 2 – 3      tablespoons packed brown sugar * 1-1/2       pounds lean ground beef 1             medium yellow [...]

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BBQ Sauce + Simple = Pulled Pork Sandwiches

It’s easy to buy a bottle of barbecue sauce, but, when you don’t have one on hand, your pantry staple ingredients can make one in minutes – and it’s inexpensive! Vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, chili and onion are the basis for sweet-tangy-hot flavors of barbecue sauce.

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Better Burgers with Bitters (Angostura!)

ANGOSTURA BURGERS Makes 8 burgers  2 lbs. ground beef 1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs 2 Tbsps. each minced celery, onion, green bell pepper 1 tsp. dried thyme 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. black pepper 1/3 cup milk 1 egg 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon or lime juice  2 tsp. Angostura Aromatic Bitters Topping 1/2 cup ketchup * 1 [...]

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Chicken Lettuce Bundles with Sesame-Herb Dressing

Chicken Lettuce Bundles with Sesame-Herb Dressing Makes 6 servings   Sesame Herb Dressing 2/3 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon Nakano Seasoned Rice Vinegar, divided   Original or Roasted Garlic 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro or basil 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil* 2 green onions, finely chopped 1 tablespoon [...]

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Fresh Pea Risotto

Fresh Pea Risotto – The Easy , Minimal-Stir Way 2 cups shelled peas ** 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 large cloves garlic, minced 2 cups (14 oz.) Arborio rice 1 cup Holland House White Cooking Wine * 4 cups (32 oz.) reduced-sodium chicken broth 1/3 cup [...]

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Mediterranean Spiced Chicken

Mediterranean Spiced Chicken Makes 4 servings. Prep and cook time: 25 minutes 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1-1/4 teaspoons smoked paprika or paprika 1-1/4 teaspoons ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (more if you like heat) 1 tablespoon canola or olive oil 3 large tomatoes cut into 1-inch chunks (12 ounces), [...]

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Homemade Pizza – Supper in a Snap

Pizza Insalata Makes 6 individual pizzas       Prep time about 15 minutes   Tangy Salad Topping 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup HOLLAND HOUSE Red Wine Vinegar (5% acidity) 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 small clove garlic, crushed 12 cups mixed leafy greens (approx 14-16 oz) 20 cherry [...]

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Lemon-Pesto and Clams Pasta

Lemon-Pesto and Clams Pasta Prep time 25 minutes. Makes 4 entree servings. Prepare a green salad while the pasta is boiling and dinner is done! 12        ounces uncooked spaghetti, angel hair or fettuccine pasta 3/4      cup prepared pesto (one 7-oz container), divided 2          teaspoons grated lemon zest (about 1 lemon) 2          cans (6.5 ounces each) chopped [...]

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