Southern Cuisine
Bon Appétit The Last Days of Summer Are Here Scarlett Cook
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022 is flying by and it seems like only yesterday that we were celebrating the new year. The first half of this year has seen changes in our everyday lives; some permanent others not. But one thing is certain, you must feed your family. Try these recipes (Yes one does have zucchini in it so another recipe to use up your bounty.) and don’t think about that Christmas shopping just yet.
Chicken Thighs with Chunky Tomato Sauce Serves 4 – 6 1 22-Ounce package frozen mashed potatoes 2 Pounds skinned and boneless chicken thighs 1 Tablespoon Greek seasoning 2 Tablespoons olive oil 2 Medium zucchini, chopped 1/2 Cup diced onion 1 14.5-Ounce can fire roasted tomatoes with garlic, undrained 2 Tablespoons butter, cubed 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar 1/2 Teaspoon salt 1/4 Teaspoon pepper Prepare mashed potatoes according to package directions; keep warm. Sprinkle chicken with seasoning. Cook chicken in hot oil in a large skillet over medium high heat 7– 8 minutes on each side or until done. Remove from skillet and keep warm. Reduce heat to medium; add zucchini and onion to skillet and sauté 2–3 minutes or until tender. Add tomatoes and cook stirring often 7–10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter, vinegar, salt and pepper. Serve chicken over potatoes. Spoon sauce over chicken and potatoes.
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Roasted Cauliflower Serves 4 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 Head of cauliflower 1/2 Teaspoon salt 1/4 Teaspoon pepper Preheat oven to 425°. Drizzle a cookie sheet with sides with the 1 tablespoon oil. Cut cauliflower vertically in 1/4” slices. Arrange in a single layer on pan. Drizzle remaining oil over cauliflower and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake 25 – 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Lemon Slaw Serves 6 1 Cup mayonnaise 1 Teaspoon lemon zest 1 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 Tablespoons rice wine vinegar 2 Teaspoons sugar 1 Teaspoon salt 1 Teaspoon paprika 1/2 Teaspoon black pepper 1/2 Teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 16-Ounce packages shredded coleslaw mix Stir first 9 ingredients in a large bowl until well blended. Add coleslaw mix and stir. Cover and chill at least 2 hours before serving.
