Comments on: Share Your Best Meal of The Week http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/07/share-your-best-meal-of-the-week-7/ The Official Whole Foods Market Blog Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:14:52 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 By: Monet http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/07/share-your-best-meal-of-the-week-7/#comment-26824 Monet Mon, 10 Aug 2009 18:28:45 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1879#comment-26824 With a busy week ahead we opted for a crockpot meal of brown lentil chili that saves time and money. I started by sauteeing in a bit of 365 coconut oil, 1 yellow onion, 1 red bell pepper, two cloves garlic and two tbsp. chili powder for about five minutes or until veggies are tender. While that's cooking I pick and rinse 1 1/2 cups of brown lentils. Two cans of crushed tomatoes, 1/3 cup unsulphured molasses, 1 tsp allspice, two cups of water and a cup of apple juice round out the ingredients. All this is combined in a 4 qt. slow cooker on high for about 8 hours for a wonderful, allergen and meat free recipe that is fuss free and easy on the budget. With a busy week ahead we opted for a crockpot meal of brown lentil chili that saves time and money. I started by sauteeing in a bit of 365 coconut oil, 1 yellow onion, 1 red bell pepper, two cloves garlic and two tbsp. chili powder for about five minutes or until veggies are tender. While that’s cooking I pick and rinse 1 1/2 cups of brown lentils. Two cans of crushed tomatoes, 1/3 cup unsulphured molasses, 1 tsp allspice, two cups of water and a cup of apple juice round out the ingredients. All this is combined in a 4 qt. slow cooker on high for about 8 hours for a wonderful, allergen and meat free recipe that is fuss free and easy on the budget.

]]> By: Sarah @ Mum In Bloom http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/07/share-your-best-meal-of-the-week-7/#comment-26745 Sarah @ Mum In Bloom Wed, 05 Aug 2009 18:04:46 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1879#comment-26745 My best meal this week was Lemon Lime Chili Chicken cooked in the slow cooker. Find my recipe and photos here http://muminbloom.blogspot.com/2009/07/recipe-lemon-lime-chili-chicken-slow.html My best meal this week was Lemon Lime Chili Chicken cooked in the slow cooker. Find my recipe and photos here
http://muminbloom.blogspot.com/2009/07/recipe-lemon-lime-chili-chicken-slow.html

]]> By: Aga2009 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/07/share-your-best-meal-of-the-week-7/#comment-26737 Aga2009 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:29:12 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1879#comment-26737 Simple. Fast. Fragrant. My Cauliflower Soup. Heat up 8 cups of chicken broth, add one cut up cauliflower, a few carrots, some swiss chard, two leeks (cut up into discs), sauteed two slices of canadian bacon (cubed) and three cloves of garlic. Simmer until all is soft then bring to a boil for a minute. Next, add one cup of milk with three tablespoons of flour, cool down, follow by adding two egg yolks. Salt it. Sprinkle VERY generously with dill, croutons, and pepper. Serve with a piece of toasted bread, drizzled with some olive oil. I just gave away my secret for the benefit of humanity - ENJOY! Simple. Fast. Fragrant. My Cauliflower Soup.

Heat up 8 cups of chicken broth, add one cut up cauliflower, a few carrots, some swiss chard, two leeks (cut up into discs), sauteed two slices of canadian bacon (cubed) and three cloves of garlic. Simmer until all is soft then bring to a boil for a minute. Next, add one cup of milk with three tablespoons of flour, cool down, follow by adding two egg yolks. Salt it.

Sprinkle VERY generously with dill, croutons, and pepper.

Serve with a piece of toasted bread, drizzled with some olive oil.

I just gave away my secret for the benefit of humanity – ENJOY!

]]> By: mary jo ramm http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/07/share-your-best-meal-of-the-week-7/#comment-26713 mary jo ramm Sun, 02 Aug 2009 16:31:03 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1879#comment-26713 My favorite "go to" easy meal uses Whole Pantry Mixed Olive Bruschetta and chicken. I usually start by sauteing boneless, skinless chicken (breasts or thighs) cut into 1 inch cubes in a tablespoon of oil drained from the jar. After the chicken has browned, add one half jar of the bruschetta, one can of 365 organic diced tomatoes and simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes. Serve over brown rice, quinoa or pasta. Yum! You can substitute any variety of the Whole Pantry Bruschetta--sundried tomatoes and olives, mixed grilled vegetables or roasted red pepper and artichokes. My favorite “go to” easy meal uses Whole Pantry Mixed Olive Bruschetta and chicken. I usually start by sauteing boneless, skinless chicken (breasts or thighs) cut into 1 inch cubes in a tablespoon of oil drained from the jar. After the chicken has browned, add one half jar of the bruschetta, one can of 365 organic diced tomatoes and simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes. Serve over brown rice, quinoa or pasta. Yum! You can substitute any variety of the Whole Pantry Bruschetta–sundried tomatoes and olives, mixed grilled vegetables or roasted red pepper and artichokes.

]]> By: Pam Bruni-Holick http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/07/share-your-best-meal-of-the-week-7/#comment-26706 Pam Bruni-Holick Sat, 01 Aug 2009 23:23:23 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1879#comment-26706 I just finished my best meal of the week. I had two left over cooked ears of corn from last night so I made a quick corn salad. I cut the corn off the cobs and mixed with the juice and zest of 3 limes, chopped jalepeno to taste, a cup of grape tomatoes halved, 3 scallions sliced thin, 1 yellow bell pepper chopped, a TBL of Agave syrup, a TBl of EVOO and Fresh ground salt and pepper to taste. I added some chopped fresh basil and parsley as well. Then I grilled a piece of salmon with some pacific fusion/teriyaki glaze. Serve the corn salad over mesclun greens topped with the salmon. I made a quick dressing for the greens for added flavor, combine 1 tsp. dijon mustard, one tsp agave syrup and 1 TBL rice vinegar, whisk and drizzle over greens. I added more basil and parsley to finish. Absolutley delish and super easy on a hot summer night! I just finished my best meal of the week. I had two left over cooked ears of corn from last night so I made a quick corn salad. I cut the corn off the cobs and mixed with the juice and zest of 3 limes, chopped jalepeno to taste, a cup of grape tomatoes halved, 3 scallions sliced thin, 1 yellow bell pepper chopped, a TBL of Agave syrup, a TBl of EVOO and Fresh ground salt and pepper to taste. I added some chopped fresh basil and parsley as well. Then I grilled a piece of salmon with some pacific fusion/teriyaki glaze. Serve the corn salad over mesclun greens topped with the salmon. I made a quick dressing for the greens for added flavor, combine 1 tsp. dijon mustard, one tsp agave syrup and 1 TBL rice vinegar, whisk and drizzle over greens. I added more basil and parsley to finish. Absolutley delish and super easy on a hot summer night!

]]> By: alex http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/07/share-your-best-meal-of-the-week-7/#comment-26693 alex Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:48:05 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1879#comment-26693 My best meal of the week was a Korean-inspired Salmon "Bulgogi" with Bok Choy and Mushrooms. Loved the combination of garlic, ginger, and chili in the fish marinade, especially over the vegetables. A fast, healthy and tasty treat! http://recessionrecip.es/2009/07/27/salmon-bulgogi-with-bok-choy-and-mushrooms/ My best meal of the week was a Korean-inspired Salmon “Bulgogi” with Bok Choy and Mushrooms. Loved the combination of garlic, ginger, and chili in the fish marinade, especially over the vegetables. A fast, healthy and tasty treat!

http://recessionrecip.es/2009/07/27/salmon-bulgogi-with-bok-choy-and-mushrooms/

]]> By: Dee http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/07/share-your-best-meal-of-the-week-7/#comment-26687 Dee Fri, 31 Jul 2009 01:42:42 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1879#comment-26687 My best meal of the week uses the current fresh offerings in our community. Spicy Fresh Whole Wheat Linguine with Fresh Wild Halibut, Basil and Tomatoes. Marinate the 1 lb halibut, skin removed and in 1/4 inch slices with 2 Tb olive oil and 1/4 cup coarsely torn fresh basil. MEanwhile finely chop 1 small onion, 3 cloves of garlic and set aside. Chop 1 lb of heirloom or local raised tomatoes, seeded and set aside. Take 2 Tb of olive oil and heat in a dutch oven or heavy saucepan. Add 2 cloves of crushed garlic and 2 dried chilis de arbol (or other dried red chili pepper) to heated oil and saute for 3 minutes until garlic is browned and chili's have released their oil. Remove garlic and chilis and discard. Add onion and chopped garlic to the flavored oil and saute until onions are soft. Add 1 cup good white wine and tomatoes, bring to a boil and lower to a simmer. Put water on to boil for pasta. Simmer tomato mixture for 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. I needed to add 1 Tb of Italian tomato paste concentrate to balance the acidity along with fresh ground pepper and coarse sea salt. Add fresh linguine to boiling water. Add halibut and basil to the tomatoes. Cook fish for 5 minutes or until just translucent. Remove cooked linguine and add to fish with a ladle of pasta water. Toss well to coat. Serve at once with garnish of fresh basil, and shavings of fresh parmigiana reggiano. I served it for dinner with a mixed green salad and we drank the remainder of the Portuguese Fernão Pires Ribatejo I used in the sauce. Everyone raved. Dinner in 20 minutes with 2 pots and about $8 per person including the wine. Not bad at all. My best meal of the week uses the current fresh offerings in our community. Spicy Fresh Whole Wheat Linguine with Fresh Wild Halibut, Basil and Tomatoes. Marinate the 1 lb halibut, skin removed and in 1/4 inch slices with 2 Tb olive oil and 1/4 cup coarsely torn fresh basil. MEanwhile finely chop 1 small onion, 3 cloves of garlic and set aside. Chop 1 lb of heirloom or local raised tomatoes, seeded and set aside. Take 2 Tb of olive oil and heat in a dutch oven or heavy saucepan. Add 2 cloves of crushed garlic and 2 dried chilis de arbol (or other dried red chili pepper) to heated oil and saute for 3 minutes until garlic is browned and chili’s have released their oil. Remove garlic and chilis and discard. Add onion and chopped garlic to the flavored oil and saute until onions are soft. Add 1 cup good white wine and tomatoes, bring to a boil and lower to a simmer. Put water on to boil for pasta. Simmer tomato mixture for 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. I needed to add 1 Tb of Italian tomato paste concentrate to balance the acidity along with fresh ground pepper and coarse sea salt. Add fresh linguine to boiling water. Add halibut and basil to the tomatoes. Cook fish for 5 minutes or until just translucent. Remove cooked linguine and add to fish with a ladle of pasta water. Toss well to coat. Serve at once with garnish of fresh basil, and shavings of fresh parmigiana reggiano. I served it for dinner with a mixed green salad and we drank the remainder of the Portuguese Fernão Pires Ribatejo I used in the sauce. Everyone raved. Dinner in 20 minutes with 2 pots and about $8 per person including the wine. Not bad at all.

]]> By: Josie http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/07/share-your-best-meal-of-the-week-7/#comment-26686 Josie Thu, 30 Jul 2009 23:43:25 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1879#comment-26686 Tomato Basil Sandwich Spread cilantro hummus on two thick slices of tomato basil bread, leaf lettuce, tomatoes, piquant red peppers, red onions, cucumber and feta cheese. Great sandwich and excellent with soup. Tomato Basil Sandwich

Spread cilantro hummus on two thick slices of tomato basil bread, leaf lettuce, tomatoes, piquant red peppers, red onions, cucumber and feta cheese. Great sandwich and excellent with soup.

]]> By: D. http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/07/share-your-best-meal-of-the-week-7/#comment-26684 D. Thu, 30 Jul 2009 20:58:13 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1879#comment-26684 Havarti Grilled Cheese Sandwiches...yum! I made my own Garlic Butter (1 stick of unsalted butter, 1 clove crushed garlic, pinch of paprika, pinch of garlic salt, pinch of pepper, pinch of basil) and spread it on home-made wheat bread (with the Havarti cheese in between, of course.) Grill for a few minutes and serve with a thick slice of tomato on top. Havarti Grilled Cheese Sandwiches…yum! I made my own Garlic Butter (1 stick of unsalted butter, 1 clove crushed garlic, pinch of paprika, pinch of garlic salt, pinch of pepper, pinch of basil) and spread it on home-made wheat bread (with the Havarti cheese in between, of course.) Grill for a few minutes and serve with a thick slice of tomato on top.

]]> By: Joanna http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/2009/07/share-your-best-meal-of-the-week-7/#comment-26683 Joanna Thu, 30 Jul 2009 20:24:14 +0000 http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/?p=1879#comment-26683 Found some beautiful poblano peppers that I stuffed with a mixture of chicken, fava beans, tomatos, onions, garlic and all that good stuff. put these on top of a bed of sliced baby potatoes with a creamy cheese sauce also with onions, garlic and all that good stuff, and also with some Bolivian ground aji (red dried peppers, medium hot). Covered the pyrex and popped them into the oven - YUMMY We'll do it again soon! Found some beautiful poblano peppers that I stuffed with a mixture of chicken, fava beans, tomatos, onions, garlic and all that good stuff. put these on top of a bed of sliced baby potatoes with a creamy cheese sauce also with onions, garlic and all that good stuff, and also with some Bolivian ground aji (red dried peppers, medium hot). Covered the pyrex and popped them into the oven – YUMMY We’ll do it again soon!

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