Archive for the ‘Main Dish’ Category

Linguini with Shrimp

Serves: 4 Recipe ingredients6 ounces of cooked linguini8 ounces sliced white or mixed mushrooms2-3 ounces of chopped spinach, (frozen & thawed)1 tbsp dehydrated shallots1/2 cup white wine1/4 cup half & half (milk & cream)1/4 tsp salt8 ounces cooked shrimp1/8 tsp black pepperRecipe directionsCook the pasta in boiling water until tender, approximately 6-8 min.Sauté the sliced mushrooms in olive oil until lightly brown, approximately 3 min.After the mushrooms are sautéed, add the thawed spinach, de…

Barbecue Salmon

Recipe ingredients1/4 cup pineapple juice2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets2 tablespoons brown sugar1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder2 teaspoons grated lemon rind1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamonCooking sprayRecipe directionsCombine first 3 ingredients in a zip-top plastic bag; seal and marinate in refrigerator 1 hour, turning occasionally. Preheat oven to 400*F. Remove fish from bag; discard marinade. Combine sugar and next 5 ingredients (sugar through cinnamon) in…

Basil Chicken

Serves: 4 Recipe ingredients2 Tbsp. minced garlic1 Tbsp. salad oil4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves1 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves3 Tbsp. lemon juice3 Tbsp. water1 Tbsp. soy sauce1 Tbsp. sugar1/2 tsp. pepperRecipe directionsPound chicken to 1/2″ thickness. Combine garlic and oil in a skillet. Stir often over medium-high heat until garlic is golden, 3 to 4 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer garlic to a small bowl. Add chicken to pan. Cook, turning to lightly brown on both si…

Citrus Shrimp and Scallops

Recipe ingredients1/2 lb fresh or frozen scallops1 tsp finely shredded orange peel1/2 c orange juice2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce1 tsp grated ginger root1 clove garlic, minced1/4 tsp ground red pepper12 pieces fresh or frozen pea pods1 orange, cut in 8 wedges12 fresh or frozen large shrimp, peeled and divined (about 1/2 lb total)Recipe directionsHalve any large scallops. Place scallops and shrimp in a plastic bag set in a deep bowl.For marinade, combine orange peel, orange juice, soy sauce, ginger…

Grilled Salmon with Herb Crust

Recipe ingredients12 ounces fresh or frozen skinless salmon fillets, 3/4-inch thick, 4 portions 1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh oregano 1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup sliced green onion 1 clove garlic 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepperRecipe directionsThaw salmon, if frozen. Rinse fish; pat dry with paper towels. Cut into two (6-ounce) pieces. Set aside. In the bowl of a food processor or a mini-chopper combine remaining ing…

Fillet of Sole with Walnuts

Recipe ingredients1 pound sole fillets, skinneddash cayenne pepper1/2 cup dry white wine1/2 cup nonfat chicken brothSAUCE:2 Tbsp. vegetable oil2 Tbsp. flourdash white pepper1/4 cup skim milk1/4 cup nonfat chicken broth1/2 cup white wine1/2 cup chopped walnutsRecipe directionsPreheat oven to 325*F. Lightly spray a shallow baking dish with oil.Rinse fish and pat dry. Place fillets in prepared baking dish. Add cayenne pepper, wine and broth. Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes or until fish is tend…

Roasted Salmon and Rice Pilaf

Recipe ingredients1/2 cup brown rice1/2 cup wild rice4 salmon center-cut fillets, with skin (about 1 lb.)1/4 cup horseradish Dijon mustard or regular Dijon mustard1/2 cup whole-grain-wheat bread crumbs (from about 2 oz. bread)1 pound shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and large caps quartered2 cups (3 oz.) shredded savoy cabbage1/2 cup scallions, chopped2 tablespoons fresh orange juice1/4 cup toasted, sliced almonds with skinRecipe directionsPreheat oven to 425* F. Bring 1 and 1/3 cups water to…

Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger Recipe

Recipe ingredients2 Tbsp. peach jam, preferably sweetened with fruit juice2 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce2 Tbsp. water1/2 tsp. cornstarch1 1/2 tsp. dark toasted sesame oil8 oz. pork tenderloin, cut into thin strips1 Tbsp. finely minced fresh ginger root1 1/2 tsp. canola oil1 cup chopped red bell pepper1 cup chopped green bell pepper1 cup chopped yellow bell pepper1 can (8 oz.) sliced water chestnuts, rinsed and drained2 firm apples, such as Fuji or Gala, cut into 1-inch pieces1/2 cup scallions,…

Pork Medallions with Red Peppers

Recipe ingredients2 tsp. olive oil 8 (2-ounce) boneless center-cut loin pork chops 1/4 tsp. dried Italian seasoning 1/8 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper 2 cups red bell pepper strips 1 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1/4 tsp. dried thyme 1/4 tsp. dried rubbed sage 1 can (14-ounce) artichoke hearts, drainedRecipe directionsSpray a nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Add the oil and heat over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the pork with the Italian se…

Chicken Almondine

Serves: 2 Recipe ingredients2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 1/2 tablespoons flour1/4 teaspoon salt Freshly-ground black pepper — to taste2 teaspoons butter2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 cup minced onion1/2 cup dry white wine3 tablespoons slivered almonds1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsleyRecipe directionsBoil chicken breasts for 2 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels. Measure flour, salt and pepper into a plastic bag. Add the chicken breasts and shake to coat…