
Batch cooking May 2022

3h

1h30

4 portions

Se congèle
- Temper 3 tbsp (45 ml) of butter.
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large pot, cook 3 cups (750 ml) basmati rice according to manufacturer's instructions. Set aside.
- Cut 8 cups (2000 ml) of mixed vegetables into cubes of equal size. Set aside.
- Chop 2 yellow onions, 1 leek and 8 cloves of garlic. Set aside.
- Cut 6 asparagus into pieces. Set aside.
- Grate 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh ginger and 2 carrots. Set aside.
- In a bowl, combine 1½ cups (375 mL) cooked rice and 2 tbsp (30 mL) pesto. Mash this mixture into a deep-dish pie plate.
- In a large bowl, mix 6 large eggs, 1 chopped leek, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 grated carrot, 6 asparagus spears cut into pieces, 1 cup (250 ml) cottage cheese, salt and pepper. Place on the rice and pesto crust. This is where the adventurous can add a few slices of chopped prosciutto.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until eggs are cooked.
- Rinse and drain a can of chickpeas.
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, melt 3 tbsp (45 mL) butter and cook 1 chopped yellow onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp (15 mL) grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp (15 mL) garam masala and 1 tsp (5 mL) turmeric for 2 minutes.
- Add 8 cups (2000 ml) of diced vegetables and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add the can of diced tomatoes, the 2 cans of coconut milk and the rinsed and drained chickpeas. Salt and pepper to taste. This is where the adventurous can add ½ cup (125 ml) of raisins.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender and sauce is slightly thickened. Serve with pita bread.
- Cut 1 red pepper, 1 yellow pepper and 1 orange pepper into strips. Place in a large bowl.
- Slice 1 zucchini and cut 1 red onion into quarters and add to the bowl with the peppers. Add ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil, salt and pepper. Mix well and place on a non-stick baking sheet. This is where the adventurous can add 1 sliced fennel bulb.
- Increase the oven temperature to 400°F once the rice pie is finished cooking.
- Bake the vegetable sheet at 400°F for 15 minutes. Set aside.
- Chop 3 celery stalks and 1 cup (250 ml) button mushrooms. Set aside.
- Cut 450 g (1 lb) chicken breasts into strips. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan, heat 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil and cook 450 g (1 lb) chicken for 5 minutes,
- Add the 3 chopped celery stalks, 1 grated carrot, 1 cup (250 ml) chopped mushrooms, 1 cup (250 ml) snow peas, 1 chopped onion and 3 chopped garlic cloves. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Make a well in the center of the cauldron and break 2 eggs into it.
- Gently stir the eggs until cooked.
- Stir in 4 cups (1000 ml) cooked rice, ¼ cup (60 ml) soy sauce and 3 tbsp (45 ml) Worcestershire sauce, pepper to taste. At this stage, the adventurous can add 2 tbsp (30 ml) grated fresh ginger.
- Place grilled vegetables on large pre-cooked pizza crust. Add 1 cup (250 mL) leftover cooked meat and sprinkle with 1 1⁄2 cups (375 mL) shredded cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Garnish with fresh herbs when serving.
- Melt 4 tbsp (60 ml) butter in the microwave.
- Brush 4 pitas with 4 tbsp (60 ml) melted butter and sprinkle with 4 tbsp (60 ml) brown sugar. Remember to brush and sprinkle on both sides. This is where the adventurous can sprinkle the pitas with 1 tsp (5 ml) turmeric.
- Cut into 8 wedges each.
- Place pita wedges on a nonstick baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until chips are golden brown and crispy.
- Dice 4 cups (1000 ml) of fresh fruit, chop a few mint leaves and place in a large bowl with a lid.
- Add 1 cup (250 ml) apple juice, 1 cup (250 ml) orange juice, mix well and keep in the refrigerator. Serve with sweet chips.
- Peel and thinly slice 2 apples.
- Spread 3 tbsp (45 ml) of the softened butter on the pre-cooked medium pizza dough.
- Sprinkle with ¼ cup (60 ml) brown sugar, a pinch of nutmeg and a pinch of cinnamon. This is where the adventurous can add ½ cup (125 ml) crumbled goat cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until pastry is golden brown and apples are slightly softened.
- 1 cutting board
- 1 chef's knife
- 1 paring knife
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- 1 grater
- Mixing bowls
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 large non-stick frying pan
- 2 large non-stick saucepans with lids
- 2 to 3 large baking sheets
- 1 deep pie plate
- Empty containers (storage or freezing)