The time has come to elevate this humble root to the main attraction of the dinner plate. Topping the smart carb sweet potato with good protein is an easy way to create a well-rounded meal. Here are three versions that play with different meat stuffing and spices so...
Swordfish with Sweet Potato Salsa
High on flavor and texture, this salsa is a fine accompaniment to dress up white fish. Baking the fish in tin foil packets makes cooking a cinch. Serves 4 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 small onion, diced, about ½ cup 1 small yam, peeled and cut in ½-inch cubes,...
Halibut with Sweet Potato and Citrus
Baking in a tin foil packet can be a great tool to infuse flavors into delicate fish. Steamed in citrus, this halibut soaks up the essence of citrus mingled with sweet potato. The juice is packed with flavor. Spoon this goodness over the top before serving. Serves 2 2...
Moroccan Spiced Chicken
With Moroccan spices, chicken rises above the ordinary. Although pricey, saffron is a unique flavor that infuses food with a taste sure to delight. If there are any leftovers, the broth makes delicious soup. Cut the chicken off the bone and cut into bite-size pieces,...
Pulled Pork over Cauliflower Rice with Spicy Tomato Sauce
PULLED PORK & SAUCE Half of the shredded porkHalf of the Red Sauce1 tsp red pepper flakesCAULIFLOWER RICE 2 TBSP coconut oil¼ cup diced yellow onion1 head cauliflower, washed, stem removed, coarsely choppedIngredients made on ‘Prep Day’ Serves 4 In a large pot...
Red Curry Steak Fajitas
Don’t let the name of this dish fool you. Red curry doesn’t taste anything like its yellow and green counterparts, so if you tend to shy away from anything called “curry,” you might want to give this one a try! Red curry paste can be very spicy depending on the brand,...
Ribeye Nuggets with Jalapeño Pesto
So, how hot do you like it? I’m talking jalapeños here, so don’t let your mind wander! I like a little bit of spice, but not too much. So I remove both the seeds and the ribs from my jalapeños. The seeds contain most of the heat, but it’s also in those white ribs. The...
Coffee Rubbed Steak Strips
The intoxicating smell and delicious taste of coffee is one of the miracles of this world. So, why limit its use to just that morning jolt? I’m a big fan of using coffee to enhance the chocolate flavor of a dessert or the savory goodness of an amazing steak. My family...
Beef with Snow Peas
By changing the protein and/or the veggies, you can do just about anything with this recipe. Don’t like snow peas? Throw in some broccoli! Or how about a stir-fry with carrots, zucchini, and bok choy? Substitute chicken thighs or pork for the beef, and you can change...
Oregon Pork
I couldn’t resist a recipe salute to my home state of Oregon! The harmonious flavor combination of a nice Oregon Pinot Noir, toasted hazelnuts, and mushrooms is hard to beat. You can use any red wine you prefer, but a Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is a perfect addition...