Now that everyone is back to reality, it's time to get back on track with home-cooked meals! While we have dozens of Dinner Salads, Healthy Soups and Clean Eating options on our site, we opted to keep this menu fairly comfort food heavy (it's chilly out there!) but we did include a nutrient rich smoothie (see above) which is just what we are craving after a long (and indulgent) holiday season.
THE GROCERY LIST (the must-haves!)
2 heads garlic
1 bunch fresh thyme
1 bunch collard greens
3 small onions
2 red bell peppers
1 bunch celery
2 jalapeños
5 ounces baby spinach
1 bunch fresh basil
1 bunch scallions
1 bunch fresh parsley
1 bunch kale
1 fresh red chili
4 medium fresh tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) bag frozen corn
1 red onion
1 bunch fresh cilantro
1 bunch fresh dill
1 bunch fresh parsley
1 lemon
1 cucumber
1 (10 ounce) bag mixed frozen berries
1 (10 ounce) bag frozen mango
1 bunch fresh mint
1 head green cabbage
8 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
9 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
3 quarts vegetable stock
2 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can chopped or diced tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
1 pound long grain rice
1 pound dried black-eyed peas
1 (1.5 ounce) jar oil packed anchovies
1 (2.25 ounce) capers
1 pound spaghetti
4 pieces naan bread
1 (14.5 ounce) can black beans
1 (8 ounce) pack cotija cheese
1 small jar salsa of choice
3 quarts beef broth
1 pound white rice
1 pint sour cream
1 dozen eggs
1 pint heavy cream
1 quart drinking coconut milk
2 pounds ground pork
2 pounds ground beef
PANTRY ESSENTIALS (things we assume you have,
but if not, stock up!)
Olive oil
Butter
Flour
Dried oregano
Smoked paprika
Red pepper flakes
Paprika
Cumin
Cayenne
Bay leaves
Nutmeg
Allspice
Brown sugar
Worcestershire sauce
Panko
OPTIONAL
Focaccia
Mashed potatoes or egg noodles, for serving
Lingonberry jam
This dish includes a recipe for homemade focaccia which is totally optional (store-bought will do the trick!); but for all of you overachievers out there, GO FOR IT!
Feedfeed Tip Be sure to soak the dried black beans overnight before attempting this recipe. If you are short on time, feel free to substitute with canned black eyed peas.
Feedfeed Tip If you do not have an electric pressure cooker, you can make this in a dutch oven on the stove top instead. Sauté the aromatics and meat as directed in the recipe, then add the remaining ingredients and cover and cook for about 30 minutes, or until cabbage and rice are tender.
