Showing posts with label Italian food. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Italian food. Show all posts

Thursday, March 16, 2017

Lemon Pepper Grain Stuffed Zucchini :: Chef Mark Cleveland @ Ready.Chef.GO! ::



































 

Microwave high for 4 mins or 450 oven for 25 to 35 mins
1-2 servings each in 2 bags

3 Medium Zucchini or Yellow Squash
1 1/2 Cup Cooked Mixed Grain Medley
1/2 Cup Favorite Veggies, diced (I used mixed colorful sweet peppers)
2/3 Cup Favorite Greens, chiffonade (I used romaine)
1/4 Cup Scallion, sliced
1 1/2 Tsp Seasoned Lemon Pepper, Everson
2 Tbs EVOO
1 Small Citrus, sliced (I used a small blood orange)

Citrus, avocado & salsa for garnish

Cut the squash in half lengthwise & use a melon baller to scoop out the flesh all the way down the center of each half.  Cut a thin strip off the bottom to make them stable to stand up easily.  Stir together all the stuffing ingredients and season w/ lemon pepper and EVOO.  Load the stuffing into each zucchini half and press in slightly to create a firm squash boat.  Put three halves into each bag & garnish w/ citrus slices.  Seal bags

REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS: Microwave high for 4 mins or 450 oven for 25 to 35 mins.  Let rest for 2 mins before opening the bag.  Garnish w/ fresh avocado & salsa. 

NOTE:  Ready.Chef.GO! bags allow for excellent texture in the microwave & fast high heat cooking in the oven.  The results are always succulent & tender.  You’ll taste the difference.  Showcase the variety of summer squashes as they come into season in your produce department.  Use any variety of grains from high protein blends w/ legumes, all gluten free blends, exotic rice mixes, etc.  


POINT OF SALE DISPLAY:  Showcase the full range of summer squash in your produce department in this display & add a variety of cooked grain medleys.  Add heat & serve main dishes from your deli to sell and promote these bagged squash as a vegan main dish or vegetable side dish.  Add grated cheeses, fresh salsas, ripe avocadoes, flavored salt & spice blends, hot & black pepper spice blends & hot sauces to your display.  Promote white & rose wines, light fruity beers & gourmet still & sparkling non alcohol beverages.  Add hearty desserts with custard or chocolate, or both like Boston cream pie.  






Eating Healthy & Delicious is a Win Win Win Situation!
Eat, Live & Party Well
Blog post by Chef Mark Cleveland

Avanti is the longstanding leader in organic, sustainable, local, flavorful cuisine in Orange County, CA.

Meaning 'forward' in Italian, Avanti Natural is a culinary philosophy that integrates the best of traditional European and Asian healthful eating with the latest nutritional information for optimum health.

At Avanti Natural, we believe that you don't have to sacrifice taste to eat healthy.  You can Eat Well & Live Well.  Follow us on social media to see what Avanti is up to now.  We are Whole Foods Experts.  Post photos of your versions of Avanti Natural recipes on our Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and YouTube pages.  Check our blog on the website for how to recipe blogs.  We’re excited to see and share your culinary creativity!

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Sunday, September 4, 2016

Pasta All' Amatriciana :: Chef Mark Cleveland @ Hungry Harvest ::



 

In solidarity of the earthquake victims & survivors in Italy w/ share an Italian pasta classic from the medieval town of Amatrice. 













 
Bucatini is the traditional pasta in this dish.  Vegetarians & vegans can easily find tempeh bacon & non dairy cheeses.  If you like this basic dish, embellish it w/ other Harvest veggies such as eggplant, zucchini, greens, peppers, etc. 

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Chef Mark Cleveland has joined the team of Hungry Harvest creating recipe & culinary content for success in the kitchen with the amazing produce in each weekly Hungry Harvest box.  Visit www.hungryharvest.net/recipes/  for recipes, photos & More!  Follow HungryHarvest and ChefMarkCleveland on Instagram

Avanti is the longstanding leader in organic, sustainable, local, flavorful cuisine in Orange County, CA.

Meaning 'forward' in Italian, Avanti Natural is a culinary philosophy that integrates the best of traditional European and Asian healthful eating with the latest nutritional information for optimum health.

At Avanti Natural, we believe that you don't have to sacrifice taste to eat healthy.  You can Eat Well & Live Well.  Follow us on social media to see what Avanti is up to now.  We are Whole Foods Experts.  Post photos of your versions of Avanti Natural recipes on our Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and YouTube pages.  Check our blog on the website for how to recipe blogs.  We’re excited to see and share your culinary creativity!



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Sunday, July 31, 2016

Summer Caprese :: Chef Mark Cleveland @ Hungry Harvest ::





 
When tomatoes are at their peak in the summer go wild w/ more than one variety.  Make this salad your own.  The classic is just tomatoes, basil, mozz & evoo.  I like a little lettuce & onion in mine.  And this week a squeeze of grapefruit.

























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All New Blog Post Format ::> Direct from the Hungry Harvest Recipe Page.  Full Layout + Recipe Card ++ Extra Photos!

Chef Mark Cleveland has joined the team of Hungry Harvest creating recipe & culinary content for success in the kitchen with the amazing produce in each weekly Hungry Harvest box.  Visit www.hungryharvest.net/recipes/  for recipes, photos & More!  Follow HungryHarvest and ChefMarkCleveland on Instagram

Avanti is the longstanding leader in organic, sustainable, local, flavorful cuisine in Orange County, CA.

Meaning 'forward' in Italian, Avanti Natural is a culinary philosophy that integrates the best of traditional European and Asian healthful eating with the latest nutritional information for optimum health.

At Avanti Natural, we believe that you don't have to sacrifice taste to eat healthy.  You can Eat Well & Live Well.  Follow us on social media to see what Avanti is up to now.  We are Whole Foods Experts.  Post photos of your versions of Avanti Natural recipes on our Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and YouTube pages.  Check our blog on the website for how to recipe blogs.  We’re excited to see and share your culinary creativity!



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Friday, June 17, 2016

World Noodle Tour :: Chef Mark Cleveland @ Hungry Harvest ::




Difficulty: Medium
Time: 20-40 mins,
Servings: 3 Cups Base Sauce

Make up a double or triple batch of this base sauce & keep it in the fridge or freezer.  Then use your Harvest box to create new noodle dishes whenever you want & in a flash. 

PASTA SAUCE BASE
Amount
Measure
Ingredient
Prep Method
3
Cups
Onion
Large dice
1/4
Cup
Evoo


Cook the onions in the oil over medium high heat for about 8 mins until translucent.  Add salt & pepper & garlic & toss for a min or 2 longer until the garlic is fragrant. 
 

1
Pinch each
Salt & pepper
To taste
2-5
Cloves
Garlic
Sliced
1
Cup
Water or broth

2
Each
Harvest frozen broth cubes
Opt
1/2
Cup
Dry vermouth
Wine or sherry
1
Large
Lemon
Juice & opt zest


Add the water or broth, Harvest broth cubes & cooking wine.  If you don’t use the wine, add another 1/2 cup of broth or water.  Boil for about 10 mins until onions are nicely tender.  Then squeeze in the lemon juice.


FAVORITE NOODLES & PASTA
Amount
Measure
Ingredient
Prep Method
1/2
Pound
Noodles or pasta
For 2 bowls

Once the base is done, choose your flavors.  Each recipe makes 2 generous bowls of pasta.  Cook your pasta, about a half-pound for 2 servings, while you prep out the sauce.  I used buckwheat noodles for the Chinese dish, whole-wheat fettuccini for the Indian bowl & extra large Italian penne for the Italian pasta.  Use 1 cup of pasta sauce base to start each recipe & add 1 to 3 cups favorite Harvest vegetables.)

CHINESE NOODLES: Start w/ 1 Cup Pasta Sauce Base + 1-3 Cups Harvest Veg
Amount
Measure
Ingredient
Prep Method
1/4
Cup
Peanut butter

1
Cup
Water

1
Tablespoon
Soy sauce



Hot chili or chili flakes
Opt


Fresh ginger
Minced, opt


Roasted peanuts
Garnish, opt










INDIAN NOODLES: Start w/ 1 Cup Pasta Sauce Base + 1-3 Cups Harvest Veg
Amount
Measure
Ingredient
Prep Method
1 1/2
Teaspoon
Curry powder

1
Teaspoon
Mustard seed

1
Teaspoon
Cumin seed

1
Can
Coconut milk
13.5 oz can












ITALIAN PASTA: Start w/ 1 Cup Pasta Sauce Base + 1-3 Cups Harvest Veg
Amount
Measure
Ingredient
Prep Method
1
Tablespoon
Evoo
Opt
3
Cloves
Garlic
Sliced, opt
2
Cups
Favorite tomato sauce
Or crushed tomatoes
1 1/2
Teaspoons
Italian herbs



Fresh basil, oregano, thyme
opt





Use as many or as few veggies as you wish.  Cook them in the sauce, or if desired give them a little sauté first.  I sautéed the Italian veg w/ extra garlic & evoo then bloomed the Italian herbs in that mix.  I kept the Chinese simple w/ just a little orange sesame romaine & toasted peanut garnish, and I simmered the veggies in the perfumed coconut broth for the Indian bowl. 


There’s something for everyone & a myriad of flavors that can be made from this simple pasta base.  If you’re trying to expand your flavor palette to include more veggies, saucy noodle dishes are a great base meal.  Eat the rainbow with pasta & sauce!


Eating Healthy & Delicious is a Win Win Win Situation!
Eat, Live & Party Well
Blog post by Chef Mark Cleveland

Chef Mark Cleveland has joined the team of Hungry Harvest creating recipe & culinary content for success in the kitchen with the amazing produce in each weekly Hungry Harvest box.  Visit www.hungryharvest.net/recipes/  for recipes, photos & More!  Follow HungryHarvest and ChefMarkCleveland on Instagram

Avanti is the longstanding leader in organic, sustainable, local, flavorful cuisine in Orange County, CA.

Meaning 'forward' in Italian, Avanti Natural is a culinary philosophy that integrates the best of traditional European and Asian healthful eating with the latest nutritional information for optimum health.

At Avanti Natural, we believe that you don't have to sacrifice taste to eat healthy.  You can Eat Well & Live Well.  Follow us on social media to see what Avanti is up to now.  We are Whole Foods Experts.  Post photos of your versions of Avanti Natural recipes on our Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter and YouTube pages.  Check our blog on the website for how to recipe blogs.  We’re excited to see and share your culinary creativity!



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