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Middle Eastern Chicken Kabobs with Saffron Rice, Sunday, May 11, 2025

Middle Eastern Chicken Kabobs with Saffron Rice, Sunday, May 11, 2025

This is a pretty basic Middle Eastern dinner. These Kabobs really work with plant-based Chick’n pieces. The Saffron Rice is an ancient Middle-Eastern standby and you’ll enjoy the coolness of the cucumber/tomato salad to top it off. Add a piece of warm pita bread to the mix and you’ve got a lovely meal.

If you’re having trouble finding saffron, or if it’s not a spice you like, substitute a combination of 1/2 tsp. turmeric, 1/4 tsp. ground coriander, 1/4 tsp. ground cumin,1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon and 1 tsp. honey in place of the saffron in the rice.

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Hazelnut Encrusted Cod with Nutty Rice and Broccoli: Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Hazelnut Encrusted Cod with Nutty Rice and Broccoli: Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Let’s do something interesting with fish tonight! You can find cod, sablefish, black cod or Pacific cod at the fish counter, or freezer section. You can also by packages of frozen cod at many supermarkets. They are all reasonably sustainable catches so dare I say: “In Cod We Trust?”
Tonight, you’ll cook the fish with a toasted hazelnut crust. The fish is accompanied by a healthy portion of nutty rice. Bright green steamed broccoli with butter and lemon finishes the plate.

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Bok Choy Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce: Monday, May 5, 2025

Bok Choy Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce: Monday, May 5, 2025

Seriously – bok choy is really good for you! And it’s seriously delicious in this rich tasting stir-fry. It’s nearly a religious experience when supported by a choir of Napa Cabbage, onions, mushrooms, bell peppers and fresh basil. Tonight’s meal service finishes with a heavenly homemade peanut sauce. Diners will sing your praises.

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Potato Gnocchi and Spinach Nest: Sunday, May 4, 2025

Potato Gnocchi and Spinach Nest: Sunday, May 4, 2025

Some Italians would consider gnocchi (pronounced no-kee) to be comfort food. I do too! Tonight these delicatedumplings are served with a sage/gorgonzola cream sauce.

The process of making gnocchi is easy, but they’ll take a little time to prepare. You’ll start by baking and mashing some potatoes followed by rolling and shaping the gnocchi. This activity offers an excellent opportunity to draft the services of a child or partner.

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