Saturday, May 28, 2011

BBQ-Glazed Salmon with Green Beans & Corn

Source: Real Simple

Servings: 4
Total Time: 25 mins

Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 pound green beans, cut into 1 1⁄2-inch lengths
4 scallions, white and green parts separated and thinly sliced
kosher salt and black pepper
1 cup frozen corn
1 1/4 pounds skinless salmon fillet, cut into 4 pieces
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves

Directions
1. Set an oven rack in the highest position and heat oven to 500° F.
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add the green beans, scallion whites, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Cook, tossing frequently, until the green beans begin to soften, 5 to 7 minutes.
4. Add the corn and cook, tossing frequently, until the vegetables are tender, 3 to 4 minutes more.
5. Fold in the scallion greens.

Meanwhile, place the salmon on a foil-lined baking sheet and season with ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Dividing evenly, brush with the barbecue sauce. Bake until cooked through, 8 to 12 minutes.
Serve the salmon with the vegetables and sprinkle with the basil.

Verdict

This is a really easy salmon recipe that doesn't require marinating, which is always nice for those busy weekday meals when you don't have time to marinate.

Monday, May 23, 2011

Gnocchi with Sausage & Spinach

Source: delish-blog dot com

Servings: 4
Total Time: 25 mins

Ingredients
2 9-ounce packages refrigerated gnocchi (or a 17.5-ounce package shelf-stable gnocchi)
1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2-3 Italian sausages (~1/4-1/2 lb), casings removed
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
6-ounces baby spinach
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Directions
1. Cook the gnocchi according to directions, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid.
2. Meanwhile, heat sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, crumbling with a spoon until browned, 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the onion & garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the spinach, salt, and pepper and cook, tossing frequently, until the spinach wilts, about 3 minutes.
5. Add the drained gnocchi, the reserved cooking liquid, and the Parmesan and toss

Verdict
We really like this one. Dave is a huge fan and it's super quick and easy.