Sesame spinach

1 lb spinach 1 tsp sesame seeds sesame oil 1 tbsp soy sauce Heat a skillet and add the seeds.  Allow to roast for 30 seconds.  Remove from the pan. Add the spinach to the pan and sprinkle with a little water.  Sprinkle on the oil and soy sauce. Toss to wilt.  Return the seeds. … Continue reading Sesame spinach

Creamy Spinach

1/2 lb spinach, washed 1/4 cup heavy cream 3 tbsp milk 2 tsp cornstarch salt and cracked pepper 1/4 cup grated parmesan Wilt the spinach and then set aside. Combine the cornstarch and the milk and set aside. Heat the cream in a saucepan and then stir in the milk mixture. Bring to a bubble… Continue reading Creamy Spinach

Three-Cheese Linguine with Chicken

12 ounces linguine 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil   1 large garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon dry thyme 1/2 teaspoon dry marjoram   1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 3-by-1/2-inch strips   Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 10 oz baby spinach 3 ounces Asiago cheese, coarsely shredded (1 cup) 3 ounces Fontina cheese, coarsely shredded (3/4 cup) 3… Continue reading Three-Cheese Linguine with Chicken

Chicken Orzo

2 chicken breasts, pounded to 1/4 inch thick between waxed paper salt and pepper 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 onion, minced olive oil butter 1 tsp dried sage 28 oz. canned tomatoes, crushed 1 cup chicken stock 1 1/2 cups dry orzo 4 cups baby spinach, fresh 1/4 cup parmesan, grated Lemon juice Heat 1… Continue reading Chicken Orzo