Skillet Garlic Mushrooms

Dec 15, 2021

Perfectly browned and seasoned, these sauteed mushrooms are the perfect side to almost any meal but are outstanding with most beef dishes, especially alongside a holiday Standing Beef Rib Roast.

TIP: The key to preventing soggy mushrooms is to saute at high heat. This method allows the moisture in the mushrooms to evaporate quickly and prevents them from cooking in their own juices. Cook until all the water is gone, and the mushrooms are nicely browned.

Prep Time: 10 mins ■ Cook Time: 15 mins ■ Total Time: 25 mins ■ Makes: 6 servings

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb. button mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion or shallot, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon picked fresh thyme leaves
• 1/2 cup chicken stock or white wine
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Clean the mushrooms with a brush or slightly damp towel. Trim the bottoms of the stems of the mushrooms. Keep the mushrooms whole, or if they are large, cut them in half.
2. Heat oil in a large saucepan over high heat until lightly smoking. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they’ve released all their liquid and are browned, about 10 minutes total, reducing heat if oil starts to smoke excessively.
3. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add onion, garlic, thyme, and 2 tablespoons butter and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Add stock or wine, lemon zest, and the lemon juice. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until liquid reduces down a bit.
5. Serve warm.

Honey & Mustard Glazed Roasted Parsnips

Dec 15, 2021

Earthy, and sweet, these honey and mustard glazed parsnips are a lovely winter side dish.

Prep Time: 5 mins ■ Cook Time: 25 mins ■ Total Time: 30 mins ■ Makes: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb. parsnips
• Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons wholegrain mustard
• Salt and pepper
• Fresh thyme or parsley, for serving

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
2. Scrub and trim the parsnips, halving any larger ones lengthways. Parboil in a pot of boiling salted water for 5 minutes, then drain well.
3. Mix together the oil, honey, and mustard with a pinch of salt and pepper.
4. Lay the parsnips in a foil-lined baking pan. Pour the honey mustard sauce over the top. Toss the parsnips in the sauce so they are fully coated.
5. Roast for 20 minutes, turning the parsnips halfway through cooking time, until golden brown.
6. Sprinkle roasted parsnips with fresh thyme or parsley just before serving.

Roasted Asparagus

Dec 15, 2021

Roasted asparagus is a delicious and easy side dish prepared with just a few, simple ingredients.

Prep Time: 10 mins ■ Cook Time: 12 mins ■ Makes: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

• Olive oil cooking spray
• 1 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed, tough ends removed
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cloves garlic, minced

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Place asparagus spears on the baking sheet and lightly coat with cooking spray.
3. Sprinkle asparagus with Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Using your hands, mix to coat asparagus and then lay the spears evenly on the baking sheet.
4. Place in the pre-heated oven and roast for about 10-12 minutes, or until fork tender.