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What's Cooking at the libraries Appetizers & Sides Grandma's Lumpia Filling (not including wrappers) Ingredients (makes about 50) 2 pounds of ground beef 1 clove of minced garlic (large) 1 minced onion (medium) 1 20-oz. package of frozen french style green beans 3 carrots, cut in very thin slices 1 can of bamboo shoots, cut in very thin slices 1/2 pound of fresh bean sprouts 1 can of garbonzo beans Salt to taste 3 tablespoons of soy sauce Directions Steam all together until vegetables are cooked. Drain exess liquid. Submitted by Ann Marie L. Davis Cucumber Chickpea Salad Ingredients (serves 8-10) 2 cans or 3 cups cooked chickpeas (rinse if canned) ½ small white onion, fi nely diced 2 large or 3 small cucumbers diced into 1/2 “ chunks ½ bunch cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped Juice of 1 large lemon ½ tsp apple cider vinegar ¼ cup olive oil Salt and pepper to taste ½ to 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional) Directions Combine cucumbers, onion, chickpeas, and cilantro in a large bowl. Whisk together lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper; pour over vegetables and toss. Chill for at least an hour to blend fl avors. Serve with feta cheese on the side. Submitted by Terri Fizer Balsamic Bruschetta Ingredients 8 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 loaf French bread, toasted and sliced Directions In a bowl, toss together the tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. Mix in the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper. Serve on toasted bread slices. Submitted by Karen Ferris Cruciferous Salad Ingredients Directions fl orets from one head of caulifl ower, chopped In a bowl, toss together the caulifl ower, broccoli, peas, red broccoli fl orets, also chopped onion, and dressing. 1 bag of frozen peas, thawed Just before serving, mix in two cups of shredded sharp 1 small-to-medium red onion, chopped cheddar cheese, and also if you are not actually trying to Your favorite coleslaw dressing—I use Marzetti Lite be very healthy, some crumbled crisp bacon or commercial bacon bits. 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese Baconbits (optional) Excellent for potlucks. Submitted by Sue Collins Black Bean and Corn Salsa Ingredients 1 (15 ounce) can yellow corn, drained 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed 1 (14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, drained 1 bunch fi nely chopped cilantro 4 green onions, fi nely sliced 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1/4 cup lime juice 1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced 2 tablespoons olive oil, or to taste Salt to taste Directions Stir the corn, black beans, tomatoes, cilantro, green onions, and bell pepper in a large bowl. Gently mix in the lime juice and avocado. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt to serve. Submitted by Erica C. Jonak Simple Guac Ingredients Directions 2 Avocados Mash avocado with fork until creamy. Add in lime juice, cilantro, 2 Tsp Lime Juice red onions, jalapeño and salt. 2 Tbsp Cilantro Mix well. 1/4 Cup Red Onions 1/2 Jalepeno Double ingredients for every two additional avocados. 1/4 Tsp Kosher Salt Submitted by Tyler Osborne Roquefort Pear Salad Ingredients Directions 1 head leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces In a skillet over medium heat, stir 1/4 cup of sugar together with 3 pears - peeled, cored and chopped the pecans. Continue stirring gently until sugar has melted and caramelized the pecans. Carefully transfer nuts onto waxed 5 ounces Roquefort cheese, crumbled paper. Allow to cool, and break into pieces. 1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions For the dressing, blend oil, vinegar, 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, mustard, chopped garlic, salt, and pepper. 1/4 cup white sugar 1/2 cup pecans In a large serving bowl, layer lettuce, pears, blue cheese, 1/3 cup olive oil avocado, and green onions. Pour dressing over salad, sprinkle with pecans, and serve. 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard 1 clove garlic, chopped 1/2 teaspoon salt fresh ground black pepper to taste Submitted by Karen Ferris B.L.T. Salad Ingredients Directions 1 pound bacon Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high 3/4 cup mayonnaise heat, turning frequently, until evenly browned. Drain, crumble and set aside. 1/4 cup milk 1 teaspoon garlic powder In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, milk, garlic 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper powder and black pepper. Blend until smooth. Season the dressing with salt. salt to taste 1 head romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried and shredded Combine lettuce, tomatoes, bacon and croutons in a large salad 2 large tomatoes, chopped bowl. Toss with dressing, and serve immediately. 2 cups seasoned croutons Submitted by Karen Ferris Blueberry Slaw Ingredients (serves 6) Directions 1 (14-oz.) package of slaw mix [Note I generally buy straight In a large bowl combine coleslaw, honey, vinegar, orange shredded cabbage and grate in about a half cup of carrots zest, almonds, yogurt, basil or cilantro, and pepper. Stir to rather then buy the mix] combine. Fold in blueberries. Let stand 15 minutes, stirring 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar occasionally. Serve at room temperature or chilled. 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) cider or white balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon orange zest 1/4 cup sliced almonds toasted [or untoasted] 1/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt 2 Tablespoons fi nely chopped fresh basil or cilantro 1 cup of blueberries pepper to taste Submitted by Mary Ann Ries Easy Carrot Salad Ingredients 1 bag of shredded carrots – 10 oz. 1-2 pears 2 T raisins or dried cherries ½ cup of slivered almonds ¼ cup Newman’s Own Poppy Seed Dressing Directions Core pear(s), peel if desired, chop into small cubes Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and serve immediately. Submitted by Karla Strieb Main Dishes Heirloom Tomato & Roasted Artichoke Capellini Ingredients (serves 6) Artichoke Hearts – (2) twelve-ounce bags, frozen Lemon Zest – ⅓ cup Olive Oil – ⅓ cup PLUS 2 tablespoons Crushed Red pepper Flakes – ¼ teaspoon Sea Salt – 1½ teaspoons Crushed Tomatoes – (2) 15-ounce cans Black pepper – 1½ teaspoons, freshly cracked Heavy Cream – ⅓ cup Capellini – 1 pound, dry Butter – 2 tablespoons, unsalted Shallots – 2 medium, fi nely diced Basil – ½ cup, roughly chopped Mini Heirloom Tomatoes – 4 cups, halved Pecorino – ½ cut, freshly grated Garlic – 10 cloves, fi nely minced Boccolcini – eight-ounces, quartered Directions Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Place the frozen artichoke hearts on a sheet pan. Toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Roast for 30 minutes, tossing twice during cooking. Remove from the oven and set aside. Next, in a 14-inch sauté pan set over medium-low heat, add ⅓ cup of olive oil and the butter. Once the olive is hot, add the shallots, garlic, crushed red pepper, sea salt, and pepper. Cook for 8 - 9 minutes, stirring occasionally until the shallots and garlic are tender but not browned. Add the heavy cream and crushed tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then add the lemon zest, roasted artichoke hearts, and mini heirloom tomatoes. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, then cover with a lid and turn off the heat. Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Cook the capellini according to package directions. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it well, and add it to the sauce. Lastly, toss the pasta with the sauce, basil, and bocconcini. Garnish with pecorino and more salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately. Submitted by Janice Cramer Noonan Hoonan Tofu Ingredients Extra Firm Tofu 14oz 2 cups broccoli fl orets 2 tablespoons peanut oil Tofu Marinade: 1 cup vegetable stock 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons cider vinegar Scallion Mixture: 1 bunch scallions 2 tablespoons chili-garlic sauce 2 tablespoons garlic 2 tablespoons (or 2 tsp dry) fresh ginger Sauce: 1/4 cup soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch 4 tablespoons cider vinegar 1 tablespoon water 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons sesame oil Directions Tofu Preparation: Remove tofu from package and discard liquid. Line a colander with paper towels. Place tofu brick in center of colander. Place more paper towels over tofu. Place plate on top of tofu. Place large bowl fi lled with water or other heavy object on top of plate. Press tofu for 20 to 30 minutes. Refresh paper towels if necessary. Once tofu has been pressed, slice the brick into ½-inch cubes. Place tofu in sealable plastic container or freezer bag and freeze for 24 hours. Thaw thoroughly in refrigerator. This freezing process will allow the tofu to better absorb marinade, as well as provide a chewier texture. Prepare marinade of vegetable stock, soy sauce and cider vinegar. Place marinade and tofu in a freezer bag, and marinade in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Pre-heat oven to 350⁰. Prepare baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. After the tofu has marinated, discard mar- inade and place tofu in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake 30-60 minutes, checking/tossing frequently until golden brown. Noonan Hoonan Tofu (continued) Directions (cont.) Scallion Preparation: Chop scallions into 3/4inch lengths Mix scallions with chili-garlic sauce, garlic and ginger. Set aside. Sauce Preparation: Mix together soy sauce, cornstarch, cider vinegar, water, brown sugar and sesame oil. Set aside.