All Over the Map Asian Noodle Soup

This easy soup uses Asian ingredients from several different countries. Soba Noodles from Japan, Fish Sauce from Vietnam, Soy Sauce from China and broth in a box that is Thai inspired. It’s rounded out with American Pork, and vegetables that are available in most any grocery store.

Since this soup is literally all over the map it is fair game to any kind of modification you would like. Change the meat, change the noodles (rice or ramen noodles would be good) to whatever you have or like. The same goes for the vegetables.

I found this broth at Aldi. It is not one of their regular items so it may not be there when you go. Take a hint from the label and you can probably add ginger, lime juice, fish sauce, and chili to chicken broth and get a similar result. (Yes, I did taste all of those flavors in the broth.)

The cooking times in the recipe will result in tender crisp vegetables. Adjust the time to your preference.

 

All Over the Map Asian Noodle Soup
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  1. Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a soup pot. Add the ground pork and cook until it is no longer pink. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  2. Add the remaining oil to the pan and add the onions and carrots to the pan and cook for a few minutes until they are fragrant. Add the garlic and ginger and cook 2 minutes longer.
  3. Return the pork to the pan and add the broth, fish & soy sauce and lime juice. simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
  4. Give the soup a taste and add whatever you think it needs. Add the cabbage, red pepper, chilis and green onions. s\Simmer for 5 minutes or so.
  5. While the soup is cooking, prepare the noodles per the package directions. Add the cooked noodles to the soup and let everything get acquainted for another 5 minutes.
  6. Serve with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime. You could also add a splash of Sriracha if you like.
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Mustard and Herb Chicken Thighs

Mustard and Herb Chicken Thighs
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  1. Combine the mustard, olive oil, garlic , herbs, and agave in a small bowl. Note: I used equal amounts of dried sage, rosemary, and thyme for the herbs. If you use fresh, double the amount.
  2. Line a large sheet pan with foil and spray lightly with cooking spray. Heat oven to 425 degrees.
  3. Lay the chicken thighs bone side down on the pan. Spread the mustard mixture evenly on the tops of each thigh. Toss the sweet potato and red onion with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste. Nestle these around the chicken thighs. Roast for 20 minutes.
  4. Toss the broccoli with the remaining olive oil and season to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add to the sheet pan, placing them evenly around the rest of the ingredients.
  5. Roast another 20 minutes or so until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Divide between two plates and serve.
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Mom’s Au Gratin Potatoes

Mom's Au Gratin Potatoes
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Mom's Au Gratin Potatoes
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  1. Spray a 2 quart casserole with the cooking spray.
  2. Layer the potato slices 3 times, using 1/3 of the flour, butter and cheese. End with the cheese, but reserve 1/4 cup.
  3. Mix the milk with the onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Evenly pour the milk mixture over the potatoes.
  4. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and bake another 20-30 minutes until the potatoes are tender and everything is golden and bubbly.
  6. Remove from oven and allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving.
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Pesto and Spinach Meatloaf

Pesto and Spinach Meatloaf
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Pesto and Spinach Meatloaf
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  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add the onions and cook until soft and just beginning to brown.
  2. Add the chopped spinach and continue to cook until the spinach is very wilted. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  3. In a large bowl combine all of the ingredients, stirring until everything is blended together.
  4. Form into 4 small loaves. If you are not baking them immediately, freeze them in individual zip top bags.
  5. To bake immediately, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray and place the loaves down the center.
  6. Bake for approximately 15 minutes. Add the green beans to the pan spreading them around the loaves.
  7. Bake another 15 minutes or until the loaves are cooked through and the beans are tender crisp. Serve
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Mama D’s Perfect Pot Roast

Mama D's Perfect Pot Roast
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  1. Season the roast generously with salt and pepper. Heat a 6 Qt. Dutch Oven over high heat.
  2. Add the olive oil to the pan and let it get hot. Add the meat and sear until well browned on all sides. Remove the roast from the pan and set it aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the bacon and let it soften for a minute or two. Add the onions and toss to coat. Cook until the onions begin to soften. and brown.
  4. Add the garlic and cook a couple of minutes longer. Remove the pan from the heat and nestle the roast back in.
  5. Combine the stock, wine, and worcestershire sauce. Pour around the roast. The liquid should come about halfway up the roast.
  6. Tuck the rosemary sprigs around the meat. Cover the pan and place in a preheated 300 degree oven. Roast for 1-1/2 hours
  7. Add the potatoes and carrots to the pan, tucking them around the roast. Cover and continue to roast until the vegetables are tender, approximately 1 hour.
  8. Remove the roast from the pan and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Remove the vegetables with a slotted spoon and keep warm. Leave all the liquid in the pan.
  9. Place the pan on medium heat and add a splash of wine. Scrape up any brown bits. Shake together the flour and water and stir into the pan liquids.
  10. Simmer the gravy until it thickens. Slice the meat. Drizzle with a little of the gravy. Put the rest of the gravy in a bowl to pass at the table. Serve with the vegetables.
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