Creamy Potato and Leek Gratin

Ingredients:9 medium leeks (about 3 lb; white and pale green parts only)3 Tbsp unsalted butter2 lb russet (baking) potatoes1½ cups heavy cream1 cup whole milk2 tsp thyme leaves Directions:Preheat oven to 400°F with rack in middle. Generously butter a 3-qt shallow baking dish. Cut a round of parchment paper to fit just inside a 12-inch … Read more

Alino para Ensaladas (Lemon Herb Dressing for for Porotitaos Verdes)

1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 pinch fresh, flat-leaf parsley or cilantro, chopped salt, to taste In a glass or ceramic bowl, use a whisk to mix all the ingredients and beat well to form an emulsion. Pour over salad 15 minutes … Read more

Porotitaos Verdes (Green Bean Salad with Lemon Herb Dressing)

Serves 6 Prep time: 30 minutes Green bean salad is another staple in Chilean summer menus and buffet meals. It is usually served with a tomato salad. 1 pound baby green beans (whole frozen beans may be used) 1/2 large onion, peeled and julienned 1/3 cup Alino para Ensaladas (Lemon Herb Dressing, recipe follows in … Read more

Sweet Potato Casserole

Aunt Celia’s recipe 3 c. mashed sweet potatoes 1 c. sugar 2 eggs 1 stick butter 1 tsp. vanilla 1/2 c. milk A dash of salt Combine above ingredients and pour into a greased casserole. Topping: 1 c. brown sugar 1/3 c. flour 1/2 stick butter 1 c. chopped pecans Mix and put on sweet … Read more

Minty Peas and Onions

2 large onions cut into 1/4 inch wedges 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper 2 tablespoons cooking oil 2 packages (16 ounces each) of frozen peas 2 tablespoons minced fresh mint or two teaspoons dried mint In a large skillet saute the onions and pepper in oil until tender. Add the peas. Cook uncovered stirring … Read more

Garden Casserole

4 zucchini diced1/2 cup plain yogurt3 tablespoons olive oil1 can cream of mushroom soup1 cup celery diced2 carrots grated1 cup grated Swiss cheese1 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/4 cup parmesan cheese gratedOnion: amount not specified in recipe. Bring zucchini to a boil and drain. Place in a 9*13 baking dish. In a medium saucepan, saute onion … Read more

Cheddary Scalloped Potatoes

2 tbsp. margarine 1 small onion, sliced 1 can (10 3/4 oz) Campbell’s NEW Broccoli Cheese Soup 1/3 cup milk 1/8 tsp. pepper 4 medium potatoes, cooked and sliced (about 3½ cups)  Chopped fresh parsley for garnish In skillet over medium heat, in hot margarine, cook onion until tender. Add remaining ingredients except parsley. Heat … Read more