Ingredient: Ground Cumin

Sort of Southwestern Minestrone

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Sort of Southwestern Minestrone
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A hearty soup that isn't too heavy. A little like minestrone, but with a definite Southwestern flavor.
Servings
4
Servings
4
Sort of Southwestern Minestrone
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A hearty soup that isn't too heavy. A little like minestrone, but with a definite Southwestern flavor.
Servings
4
Servings
4
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. If you are using the chicken sausages, grill or broil them until they are nicely browned. When cool enough to handle, cut in half lengthwise then slice. Set aside.
  2. Heat a soup pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the onions, garlic, jalapenos, cumin, and carrots and cook until the veggies begin to soften, 5 minutes or so.
  3. Add the corn, sausage (if using), and sun dried tomatoes and cook for a minute or two. Add the stock. Bring to a boil, add the oregano, reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Add the rinsed and drained beans and the lime juice and simmer for 5 - 7 minutes. Ladle into soup bowls. Serve with a lime wedge if you'd like.
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Hummus with Oven Baked Whole Wheat Tortilla chips

DIGITAL CAMERAA healthy and delicious snack. Try it for your next party. Your guests will love the flavor and not realize that it’s fiber rich and healthy.

 

Hummus with Oven Baked Whole Wheat Tortilla chips
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This is the basic recipe for hummus. You can make it your own with the addition of herbs and spices. Add some raw vegetable dippers to up the health and color factor.
Servings
6
Servings
6
Hummus with Oven Baked Whole Wheat Tortilla chips
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This is the basic recipe for hummus. You can make it your own with the addition of herbs and spices. Add some raw vegetable dippers to up the health and color factor.
Servings
6
Servings
6
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. To Make the Chips: Cut the tortillas into wedges or strips, as you like. Spray two large baking sheets with the olive oil spray. Lay the tortilla pieces in a single layer on the sheet. spray with cooking spray and sprinkle lightly with the salt. Bake at 325 degrees for 7 minutes or so. Turn the chips over and sprinkle with a little more salt and bake another 7 minutes or so. The chips should be crisp and slightly darker brown. Cool completely and store airtight. use as you would any chip.
  2. To Roast the Garlic: Cut the top off a head of garlic (you should see the tops of the cloves). Place in the center of a piece of aluminum foil. drizzle with a little olive oil and seal in the foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 - 45 minutes. The cloves should look golden and the head should feel soft. Oh, and it will smell divine.
  3. In the bowl of a processor, combine the garbanzos, lemon juice, water, tahini, olive oil and the cloves of roasted garlic. Process until as smooth as you want it. Add the seasonings and process again.
  4. Taste and adjust the seasonings. If mixture is too thick add a little more water. Scoop into a bowl and cover. Chill in the refrigerator at least 3 hours or if possible over night. Serve with chips or vegetable dippers.
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Southwestern Quinoa Salad

Southwestern Quinoa Salad
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The nutrition of quinoa and the flavors of the southwest come together in a healthy and flavorful meatless main dish salad. It's also great as a side dish.
Servings
4
Servings
4
Southwestern Quinoa Salad
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The nutrition of quinoa and the flavors of the southwest come together in a healthy and flavorful meatless main dish salad. It's also great as a side dish.
Servings
4
Servings
4
Ingredients
Dressing
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Instructions
  1. To roast Poblanos: Place poblanos under the broiler for 10 minutes or so, turning as the skin blisters. It should be blistered on all sides. Remove the peppers to a shallow bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Allow to sit for 5-8 minutes. At this point the skin should come off easily. Remove the stem and seeds and chop.
  2. Put the quinoa, bell peppers, poblano, onion, corn and black beans in a large mixing bowl. Toss to combine.
  3. Add the avocado and cilantro to the bowl and toss gently to combine.
  4. Pour the canola oil into a small fry pan. Add the garlic and the cumin seeds and heat over low heat until the garlic stats to sizzle. Remove from heat (do not let the garlic brown) and set aside to cool before adding to the dressing jar.
  5. Combine all of the dressing ingredients in a jar with a lid. Cover tightly and shake until ingredients emulsify.
  6. Pour the dressing over the ingredients in the bowl and toss gently to combine.
  7. Cover the salad and chill for several hours. Remove from refrigerator 15 minutes before serving. This serves 4 as a main dish and 6 or more as a side dish.
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Chicken (or Turkey) Mole Chili

Chicken (or Turkey) Mole Chili
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This chili has the chocolaty, spicy flavors of Mole and the intense flavor of a chili based sauce. Make it a day ahead for maximum flavor.
Servings
6
Servings
6
Chicken (or Turkey) Mole Chili
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This chili has the chocolaty, spicy flavors of Mole and the intense flavor of a chili based sauce. Make it a day ahead for maximum flavor.
Servings
6
Servings
6
Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. Remove stems and seeds from the chilies. Place in a large saucepan with the stock. Bring this to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. The chilies should be very soft. Let the mixture cool slightly. Put the chilies in a food processor. Process until it is a somewhat smooth. Press through a sieve to remove the skin and strain into a glass container.
  2. To roast Poblano Chilies: Place chilies on an oiled broiler tray and broil a few inches from heat. Turn until all sides are evenly charred and the skin is beginning to blister. This will take 5-10 minutes depending on the heat of the broiler. Remove the chilies to a heatproof bowl or plate and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Let sit for 5 minutes or until the skin peels off easily. Remove stems and seeds and chop in 1/2 inch dice.
  3. Heat the oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until it is well browned. Add the chicken (turkey) and cook over high heat until it is browned, about 8 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat to medium, and add the onion, garlic, and jalepeno to the pan and cook until they are softened, 5 minutes or so. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for a minute or two.
  5. Pour in the chili stock, tomatoes and all of the seasonings, except the Mexican chocolate. Simmer 20 -30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and get well acquainted with each other.
  6. Add the chopped chocolate and stir until it is melted. Adjust the seasonings and serve. Pass Shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro or minced red onions if desired.
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White Chicken Chili

White Chicken Chili
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Quick, easy, and not too spicy
Servings
4
Servings
4
White Chicken Chili
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Quick, easy, and not too spicy
Servings
4
Servings
4
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Heat a soup pot over medium high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and let it get hot. Add the bacon and chicken Sprinkle with the garlic & pepper seasoning and cook, stirring occasionally until the bacon and chicken are lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Remove from pot with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Remove the drippings in the pan, but leave the brown bits
  2. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the pan. Add the onions and cook until they are translucent 5 minutes or so. Add the drained chilies and the garlic and continue to cook for another 3 or 4 minutes.
  3. Heat poblanos under the broiler until well browned on all sides. Place charred peppers in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Allow to rest for 10 minutes or so. Remove the skin, stems and seeds and chop into small pieces. Add to pot with the canned chilis.
  4. Add the herbs and spices and cook for an additional minute or two. Add about 1/2 cup of the stock and stir to deglaze the pot. Return the bacon and chicken to the pot and add the rest of the stock and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer 15 minutes.
  5. Add the drained beans and cook until heated through. If the chili seems a little thin, mix the masa harina with a little of the chili liquid and stir back into the pot. Simmer until the chili thickens slightly and everything is happily hot. Serve topped with the cheese and tortilla chips.
  6. To make Tortilla Chips: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a large cookie sheet with olive oil cooking spray. Tear or cut 3-4 tortillas of your choice into strips. Lay in a single layer on the cooking sheet and spray with the olive oil cooking spray. Sprinkle lightly with coarse salt. Bake 10 - 12 minutes, turning half way through. The chips should be golden brown and crisp.
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