Mini batch cooking June 2021 #2

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  • 15 ml (1 tbsp) chopped fresh mint
  • ½ package white mushrooms
  • 4 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 60 ml (¼ cup) English cucumber
  • ½ lemon
  • A few tomato slices
  • A few lettuce leaves
  • A few arugula leaves (for the adventurous version of the pizza frittata recipe)
  • ½ red pepper
  • ½ green pepper
  • 4 green onions
  • 500 ml (2 cups) raw beets (about 4 medium beets)
  • Cheese section:
  • A few slices of raclette cheese (for the adventurous version of the chicken burger recipe)
  • 250 ml (1 cup) freshly grated Parmesan
  • Dry goods section:
  • 75 ml (5 tbsp) olive oil
  • A dash of sriracha sauce (for the adventurous version of the chicken burger recipe)
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 8 burger buns
  • 125 ml (½ cup) mayonnaise
  • 125 ml (½ cup) breadcrumbs
  • 250 ml (1 cup) pizza sauce
  • 30 ml (2 tbsp) Dijon mustard
  • Meat section:
  • 450 g (16 oz) ground chicken or 1 package (450 g) firm tofu with herbs
  • 125 ml (½ cup) crumbled cooked bacon (for the adventurous version of the beet tortellini recipe)
  • Frozen foods section:
  • 1 kg frozen tortellini (meat or cheese)
  • Dairy section:
  • 8 eggs
  • 375 ml (1½ cups) 15% cooking cream
  • 500 ml (2 cups) shredded Tex-Mex cheese
  • Sour cream (for the adventurous version of the pizza frittata recipe)
  • Deli section:
  • 250 g sliced pepperoni (or other cold cuts of your choice)
  • 3h

    1h30

    4 portions

    Se congèle

    1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
    2. Chop 4 green onions. Set aside.
    3. Chop ½ red pepper and ½ green pepper. Set aside.
    4. In a bowl, beat 8 eggs, 125 ml (½ cup) 15% cooking cream, 30 ml (2 tbsp) Dijon mustard, salt and pepper. Add 250 ml (1 cup) shredded Tex-Mex cheese and mix.
    5. Pour into a non-stick rectangular baking pan or one lined with parchment paper. Top with the chopped ½ red pepper and ½ green pepper. Bake for 20 minutes.
    6. Finely chop ½ package of white mushrooms and 60 ml (¼ cup) English cucumber. Set aside.
    7. Chop 4 garlic cloves and 75 ml (¼ cup + 1 tbsp) fresh mint. Set aside.
    8. Zest and squeeze ½ lemon. Set aside.
    9. In a large bowl, combine 450 g ground chicken, ½ package of chopped mushrooms, 1 chopped garlic clove, 125 ml (½ cup) breadcrumbs, 1 egg, salt and pepper. Shape into 8 patties.
    10. In a large skillet, heat 30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil and cook the patties for 5 minutes per side or until completely cooked through. Refrigerate and reheat when serving.
    11. Don't forget to add 250 ml (1 cup) pizza sauce, 250 g sliced pepperoni and 250 ml (1 cup) shredded cheese to the frittata and continue baking in the oven for 10 minutes.
    12. In a bowl, combine 125 ml (½ cup) plain Greek yogurt, 125 ml (½ cup) mayonnaise, 60 ml (¼ cup) finely chopped English cucumber, 2 chopped garlic cloves, the juice and zest of half a lemon, 15 ml (1 tbsp) chopped fresh mint, salt and freshly ground pepper. Refrigerate to serve with the chicken burgers.
    13. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook 1 kg tortellini for 8 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
    14. Peel 4 medium beets (about 2 cups) and cut into large chunks. Place in a food processor and chop finely. Set aside.
    15. In a large deep skillet, heat 45 ml (3 tbsp) olive oil over medium-high heat and cook 3 chopped green onions and the 4 chopped beets (2 cups) for 2 minutes. Stir in 375 ml (1½ cups) cooking water and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes or until the beets are cooked. Return the beet mixture to the food processor, add 250 ml (1 cup) cream, 1 chopped garlic clove, salt and pepper. Blend until creamy. Add more cream as needed. Pour the beet sauce into the skillet and add the cooked tortellini. Simmer gently for 2 minutes. Top with 250 ml (1 cup) freshly grated Parmesan when serving.
    • 1 cutting board
    • 1 chef's knife
    • 1 paring knife
    • Measuring spoons
    • Measuring cups
    • Mixing bowls
    • 1 whisk
    • 1 wooden spoon
    • 1 zester (optional)
    • 1 can opener
    • 1 garlic press (optional)
    • 1 food processor
    • 1 rectangular baking pan
    • 1 large pot
    • 1 large skillet
    • Empty containers (for storage or freezing)

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