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  1. Summer Breakfast Hash

    August 25, 2011 by erinRD

    The only hash I’ve ever had is Corned Beef Hash. My mom used to make it when I was little and I hated it. Even if I am almost 100% Irish, I couldn’t stand the Corned Beef Hash smell or taste.

    But this hash looked delicious. So it was another brinner night and another easy dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes.

    Summer Breakfast Hash
    Adapted from How Sweet It Is

    4 slices of bacon, chopped
    1 medium yukon gold potatoes, chopped into cubes
    1/2 red onion, chopped
    1 medium zucchini squash, chopped
    2 garlic cloves, minced
    1 red or green pepper, chopped
    2-3 ears grilled corn on the cob, cut off the cob or 1 cup roasted corn
    2 green onions, chopped
    4 large eggs
    sea salt + pepper, to taste

    Directions:
    1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add chopped bacon and cook until crispy and fat is rendered – about 4-5 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel. Remove the bacon fat.
    2. Add potatoes with a sprinkle of salt and pepper to the same skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring and tossing every few minutes.
    3. While potatoes are cooking, heat another skillet on medium high and cook your eggs as desired, then set aside over low heat.
    4. Add peppers and onions (and another little sprinkle of salt and pepper) to potatoes and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring. Add in a little cooking spray if things look a little dry. After 5 minutes, add in the zucchini and garlic and cook for 5 minutes more, stirring.
    5. Turn off heat, then stir in grilled corn and bacon. Top with sliced green onions. Serve with an egg on top. Serves 4.

    Taste Test: This came together super fast and you can add any veggies that you have on hand! Optional Toppings – hot sauce, salsa, avocado, ketchup…

    Enjoy!


  2. Foil-Baked Fish with Black Beans and Corn

    July 14, 2011 by erinRD

    Yesterday I kept thinking it was Thursday, which would make today Friday. Cruel Cruel mind. :(

    The only thing that made up for thinking it was Thursday the entire day was the weather. A beautiful 75 degrees and perfect running weather here in Chicago. I had a short 2 mile run on the 10K training agenda and it was a beautiful non-sweaty run. Can’t wait for Autumn as far as running weather is concerned.

    In other news, Wholesome Husband and I booked tickets to San Francisco in November! We are going to spend 2 days in wine country and 3 days in San Francisco. Can’t wait!! I hope to review the restaurants and wineries we go to on the blog!

    Foil-Baked Fish with Black Beans and Corn
    Adapted from Prevention RD

    4 (4-ounce) white fish fillets, such as tilapia
    salt and pepper, to taste
    4 Tablespoons Smart Balance Light, softened
    2 Tablespoons Sofrito
    1 teaspoon grated lime zest
    2 Tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    1 (16-oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
    2 cups corn kernels
    1/2 red onion, minced
    2 scallions, minced
    1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

    Directions:
    1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
    2. Pat the fish dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Using a fork, mix together the butter, sofrito, lime zest, and half the garlic in a medium bowl until well-combined. Spread butter mixture over the fish.
    3. Combine the beans, corn, onion, scallions, 2 Tablespoons of cilantro, orange juice, remaining garlic, salt and pepper (to taste) in a bowl.
    4. Lay four 14-inch lengths of foil on the counter and divide the bean mixture evenly over the lower half of each piece of foil. Top with fish, and fold the foil over the fish, folding the edges to seal.


    5. Arrange the packets in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until the fish is just cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes. Carefully open the packets and sprinkle with remaining cilantro. Makes 4 servings.

    Nutrition Notes: Sofrito is used in many different cuisines around the world. In Puerto Rican dishes, sofrito consists of peppers, roasted red pepper, yellow onions, garlic, plum tomatoes and cilantro. In Carribean cuisine cured ham, bell pepper, chile pepper, and onion are added to coriander and oregano leaves. Garlic cloves are added in later, and the sauce is simmered for half an hour. These are just a few examples of the way sofrito is prepared differently in different cuisines.

    Taste Taste: Simple and delicious! Perfection!


  3. Grilled Sirloin Steak with Onions, Avocado and Tomatoes

    May 27, 2011 by erinRD

    The recent issue of Cooking Light featured a ton of grilling recipes. This one stuck out to me because of its simplicity and who doesn’t love grilled onions?!

    Grilled Sirloin Steak with Onions, Avocado and Tomatoes
    Adapted from Cooking Light


    2 medium red onions, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
    1 1/2 pounds top sirloin steak, trimmed
    2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
    1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
    1 ripe peeled avocado, cut into 8 wedges

    Directions:
    1. Preheat grill to high heat. Lightly coat onions with cooking spray. Place onions on grill rack; grill 10 minutes on each side or until tender. Place onions in a medium bowl; cover tightly with foil. Keep warm.
    2. Lightly coat steak with cooking spray; sprinkle steak with 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt and 3/4 teaspoon black pepper.

    Place steak on grill rack; grill 6 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Let stand 3 minutes. Cut steak diagonally across grain into thin slices.
    3. Add tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to onions; toss gently to combine.
    4. Divide steak evenly among 6 plates; top with 1/2 cup tomato mixture. Cut avocado wedges in thirds crosswise. Top each serving with 4 avocado pieces. Serves 6.


    Taste Test: This great Traders Joe’s meat was excellent. There wasn’t an ounce of fat on the meat. This dish along with a baked potato and corn on the cob was the perfect grilling, outside, patio Memorial Day recipe!

    Definitely worth the money – especially since I rarely buy steak or beef, for that matter. I’ve noticed with steak, all you need is salt, pepper and a little Worcestershire sauce for a perfect flavor!

    Happy grilling and have a fabulous Memorial Day weekend!