Welcome to Henry Cooks and Caters » Healthy Side Dishes http://cooksandcaters.com Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:42:31 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 en hourly 1 Green Beans – Now for Something Completely Different! http://cooksandcaters.com/2009/10/29/green-beans-now-for-something-completely-different/ http://cooksandcaters.com/2009/10/29/green-beans-now-for-something-completely-different/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 07:17:30 +0000 admin http://cooksandcaters.com/?p=165

Tired of the same old green beans lying in a limp pile on the side of your plate? Forget the butter and bacon. Give ‘em a little inspiration and a whole lot of healthy favor with a few shallots* roasted in olive oil. For 1 lb. of Green Beans (fresh [...]]]>

Tired of the same old green beans lying in a limp pile on the side of your plate?

Forget the butter and bacon. Give ‘em a little inspiration and a whole lot of healthy favor with a few shallots* roasted in olive oil. For 1 lb. of Green Beans (fresh or frozen), peel 3 or 4 whole shallots, place them in a shallow pan, drizzle with olive oil and roast in an oven at 350 degrees until they are soft and lightly brown, about 20-25 minutes. When done, cut into halves or quarters, keep warm.

Cook beans to your desired doneness by boiling or steaming.

Drain the beans completely, mix with the shallots and a little of the roasting olive oil.

Finish with salt and pepper to taste and a few drops of fresh lemon juice.

Serve and enjoy this fresh and lively taste with no added butter or animal fats.

*Shopping Tip: Shallots can be pricey at the supermarket. Check your local Asian market or ethnic store for better prices on shallots and other fresh produce and herbs.

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Tired of plain white rice? Try Righteous Rice to add flavor and color to your dinner plate tonight!

Sautee ½-cup of diced onion in 1 Tbs. olive oil until soft

Add 1-1/2 cups of your favorite rice

Add 2 cups of water and 1 cup of [...]]]>

Tired of plain white rice? Try Righteous Rice to add flavor and color to your dinner plate tonight!

Sautee ½-cup of diced onion in 1 Tbs. olive oil until soft

Add 1-1/2 cups of your favorite rice

Add 2 cups of water and 1 cup of V-8 Vegetable Juice

Add 1 tsp. of beef or chicken base (available it in the soup section of your market)*

Add 1 tsp. of chili powder

Stir everything together until well mixed. Adjust heat to bring pot to a low simmer. Cover and cook until liquid is absorbed and rice is soft and fluffy.

Serve beside your favorite meat or fish and enjoy!

Chef’s Tip: Boxed or canned stocks may be substituted. If using stock, measure to replace the water. Do not use cubed or powdered bullions. Taste the completed mix before adding salt. Bases contain a lot of salt. Additional salt usually is not needed.

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