Mediterranean Lamb and Rice Bowl

This dish can be served as a bar which allows picky people to make their own bowl.  Just a few simple components make some Mediterranean magic!  Don’t let the long list scare you.  It’s all very simple cooking and much can be done ahead of time. GREEK DRESSING {make ahead} 1 large clove of garlic,…

Tzatziki

So easy and so delicious!  The trick is finding actual Greek yogurt which is made from sheep milk.  Be sure to read your labels.  All of the “Greek Style” popular yogurts are really dressed up cow’s milk.  If you do not have a cow dairy free kitchen, any yogurt will do! INGREDIENTS: 1 English cucumber,…

Hummus

Hummus is so easy to make and this home made version is heads and shoulders above anything you can buy in the store. INGREDIENTS: 2  cans (15 ounce) chickpeas, drained and rinsed juice of 2 lemons 1/2 Tablespoon of lemon zest 4 cloves garlic, sautéed or 1 TBSP dry 1-1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup tahini…

Lemon Viniagrette

    INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup olive oil 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon minced shallot 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel Fresh thyme 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon of salt 8-12 Pepper corns

English Pea Puree

INGREDIENTS: 1 teaspoon of lemon juice 1 Tablespoon of parsley 3/4 cup chicken stock (or vegetable stock) 1 shallot peeled and chopped 1 tablespoon of sweet onion chopped 2 Tablespoons of olive oil 1 1/2 cup of frozen peas INSTRUCTIONS: Saute onion and shallot over medium heat In another small sauce pan, bring the Chicken Stock…