Meal 1: Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup, Rye
Boule, Winter Greens Salad.
·
Warm
the soup on the stovetop.
·
Warm
the bread.
·
Dress
the greens, or even give them a quick saute in olive oil or butter and serve
wilted.
Meal 2: Barley
'Risotto' with Candied Winter Squash, Beet and Kumquat Salad, Pan Fried Polenta
.
·
Cut
the polenta pieces into halves or quarters and pan fry them in some butter or
oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
Brown on one side about 3 minutes and then flip to brown the other side.
·
Remove
the package of squash from the risotto jar and reserve.
·
Turn
the risotto out into a large sauce or saute pan and add just enough water or
broth to cover. Simmer, stirring for 5-8
minute or until the dish thickens and becomes porridge-like. Finish with
butter, cream and or a splash of sherry if you like. Adjust the seasoning (
especially the salt) and serve with some parmesan cheese on top.
·
Toss
the beet salad and season with salt, as this was omitted to prevent wateriness.
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