Author: Steven
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Sweet Corn Zucchini Fritters with Lemon-Herb Yogurt
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings (about 12 fritters) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 2 small zucchini (about 1 lb), coarsely grated 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, divided 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh or thawed frozen) 3 scallions, thinly sliced 2 large eggs 1/2…
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Classic Monte Cristo Sandwich with Raspberry Jam
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 2 sandwiches (2 servings) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Quick Ingredients 4 slices brioche, 3/4-inch thick 4 slices Swiss cheese (about 4 oz total) 4 oz thinly sliced deli ham 2 large eggs 1/3 cup whole milk or half-and-half 1/4 tsp fine salt,…
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Steak and Eggs Skillet with Chimichurri Potatoes
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Quick Ingredients Chimichurri: 1 cup finely chopped parsley; 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro; 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried); 3 garlic cloves (minced); 3 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1 tbsp lemon juice;…
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Whipped Ricotta Fig Toast with Honey and Pistachios
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 toasts (serves 2–4) Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Quick Ingredients 8 ripe fresh figs, halved 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided 3 tbsp honey, divided Pinch fine sea salt 1 cup (240 g) whole-milk ricotta 2 tbsp heavy cream 1/8 tsp fine…
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Garlic Butter Breakfast Calzones with Sausage and Spinach
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 6 handheld calzones Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Quick Ingredients 1.5 lb pizza dough 6 oz Italian sausage, casings removed 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced 2 cups baby spinach 6 large eggs 2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella (8 oz) 3 tbsp unsalted…
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Chilaquiles Verdes with Sunny Eggs and Queso Fresco
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 2 tbsp white vinegar; 1 tsp sugar; 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1 1/4 lb tomatillos (about 12), husks removed; 1 jalapeño (or serrano…
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Lemon Ricotta Crêpes with Warm Blueberry Compote
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: Serves 4 (makes 8 thin 9-inch crepes) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (includes 30 minutes resting) Quick Ingredients 3 large eggs 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) whole milk + 1/4 cup (60 ml) water 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour 2…
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Maple Sausage Breakfast Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 12 sliders (serves 6) Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 (12-count) pack Hawaiian sweet rolls 1 lb breakfast sausage 8 large eggs + 1/4 cup half-and-half (or milk) 8 oz sharp cheddar (8 slices or 2 cups shredded) 10 tbsp unsalted…
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Puff Pastry Breakfast Tart with Asparagus and Gruyère
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 50 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes (plus 30–40 minutes thawing if needed) Quick Ingredients 1 sheet (250 g) all-butter puff pastry, thawed but cold 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced 1 tbsp unsalted butter 4 tsp olive oil, divided 12…
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Creamy Parmesan Polenta with Garlicky Mushrooms and Spinach
Quick Recipe Version (TL;DR) Yield: 4 bowls Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes Quick Ingredients 1 cup medium-grind polenta (not instant) 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth 1 cup whole milk 2 tbsp unsalted butter (polenta) + 1 tbsp (mushrooms) 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan 12 oz mushrooms,…
