Spinach and Feta Casserole

THis is more like a crustless quiche really. Add some leftover cooked chicken if you wish for a more hearty meal. 3 eggs lightly beaten 2 cups cottage cheese (small curd) 1 10 oz box frozen spinach, thawed and drained 1/3 cup feta cheese zest of 1 lemon 2 cups cooked chicken (if adding) 1/4 cup butter, melted 3 tbsp flour 2 tsp dried minced onion 2 tsp dried minced garlic 1 tsp oregano dash freshly grated nutmeg Heat oven to 350 degrees. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Pour into a greased casserole dish. Bake uncovered for about 45 minutes until center is almost totally set.

Coronation Chicken Salad

most people who know me know that I am a true Anglophile. If I could afford it, I'd be living in London right now. I am an enormous admirer of Her Majesty Elizabeth 2. This dish was created by one of her chefs in honor of her coronation. I made it in honor of her 60th Anniversary. Long may she reign. 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp curry powder 2 tbsp white wine 3 tbsp mango chutney (such as Major Grey's found at most grocery stores) 10 tsbp mayo 5 tbsp greek yogurt 2 pounds chicken breasts, cooked and chopped 1 tbsp dried mango, chopped fine 1/3 cup raw cashews, toasted 1 ripe peach, peeled and thinly sliced In a small pot cook honey and curry powder together for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add wine and chutney (remove any large pieces of fruit). Cook for 2 more minutes. When cool, add to mayo and yogurt in a large bowl. Stir to combine. Add in chicken. Top with mango, nuts and peaches to serve.

Italian style beew with polenta

This is a great alternative to spaghetti and meat sauce. You could certainly leave out the meat for a vegi dinner. 1 cup dry coarse ground polenta 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp kosher or sea salt 2 cups water (or chicken broth) 1 cup milk 1/3 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano 1 pound ground sirloin 1 cup chopped onion 1 tsp crushed red pepper pinch kosher or sea salt 3 garlic cloves, minced fine 2 cups marinara sauce 1/2 cup fresh basil chopped grated Parmigiano Mix first 3 ingredients in a sauce pan, slowly add milk and water (or broth), whicking constantly. Bring to a boil then reduce and cook 20 minutes. Add cheese. In a large skillet, brown ground sirloin, crumbling as it cooks. Remove from pan when cooked through. Add onion to pan cook 2 minutes. Add red pepper, salt, garlic cook for 3 to 4 minutes until fragrent, but garlic is not browned. Add marinara and beef, stir to combine. Cook until piping hot. Spoon polenta into shallow bowls, top with sauce, cheese and basil.

Sesame Beef Stir fry

So easy, this can be made in the time it takes to get delivery. I served it over brown rice. 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon grated orange lemon zest 2 tablespoons lower sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon mirin (rice wine) 1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 pound flank steak,sliced thin 8 green onions, cut into 1 inch pieces (white and light green parts only) 4 cups fresh spinach 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1 tablespoon sesame oil Combine first 7 ingredients in a small bowl. Add beef to bowl and toss. Heat a wok or skillet on high heat. Add oil, swirl to coat. Add half the beef, cook for approx 3 minutes until browned. Remove, and repeat with the reaining beef. Remove. Add onions and cook for 1 minute. Add marinade and cook for 1 minute. return beef to the pan, warm through (1-2 minutes) add spinach and cook until wilted. Top with sesame seeds and serve.