Tiny Potatoes with Sour Cream and Onions

Ingredients:1½ lb. tiny potatoes (such as creamers or peewees)2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for onions¾ tsp. garlic powder¼ tsp. sumac1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt, plus moreFreshly ground black pepper2 small or 1 medium red onions, sliced into ½”-thick rounds, layers separated⅓ cup sour cream¼ cup (packed) coarsely chopped … Read more

Rajas Con Crema | Roasted Poblanos in Cream

Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 40 min | Servings: Yield: 4 Ingredients:4 poblano peppers, roasted, and peeled1 white onion1 teaspoon minced garlic1/2 teaspoon ground ancho chile powder (optional)1 cup Mexican crema (or sour cream)1/2 cup whole kernel corn ( leave out for low-carb)1/2 to 1 cup shredded or cubed cheese (Monterey Jack or … Read more

Calabacitas Recipe {Cheesy Mexican Zucchini}

Ingredients:1 tablespoon avocado oil1 large white onion, chopped3 cloves garlic, chopped1 poblano pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped2 medium zucchini, trimmed and chopped (about 1 pound)2 summer squash, trimmed and chopped (about 1 pound)2 medium tomatoes, cored and chopped2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon ground cumin2 cups shredded Queso Oaxaca or mozzarella cheeseCilantro leaves, for garnish Directions:Sauté … Read more

Mom’s Famous Raw Vegetable Dip

Ingredients:1 cup sour cream1 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons minced onion2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill2 teaspoons seasoned salt Directions:Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, onion, parsley, dill, and seasoned salt in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/229126/moms-famous-raw-vegetable-dip/

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Gochujang Brown Butter

Ingredients:3 lb. brussels sprouts, trimmed, halved if large2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oilKosher salt, freshly ground pepper½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts (optional)6 Tbsp. unsalted butter⅓ cup gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste, such as Mother-in-Law’s)2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup3 scallions, thinly sliced, divided½ lemonFlaky sea salt Directions:Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and set … Read more

Blaukraut (German Red Cabbage)

Ingredients:3 tablespoons unsalted butter1 tablespoon sugar1 onion, finely chopped1 large apple – peeled, cored and diced2 pounds red cabbage, cored and thinly sliced½ cup vegetable broth4 tablespoons cider vinegarsalt to tastefresh-ground black pepper2 tablespoons lingonberry jam (Optional) Directions:Melt butter in a large pan. Add sugar and stir until it has a light caramel color, about … Read more

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

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