Month: April 2021

Categories
Sauces, Dips & Dressings Snacks

Marinated Mushrooms

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Marinated Mushrooms

 Keep these on hand to add more healthy mushroom power to meals or for a quick snack.

Ingredients:

  • 16 oz. white button (or baby bella) mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

 

Instructions:

  1. Place mushrooms in a glass bowl and microwave for 3-4 minutes, until they have cooked down slightly and released some of their juice. Drain.
  2. Mix together the remainder of the ingredients and pour over the mushrooms. Stir to combine and move to a clean jar. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours.
Categories
Family Friendly Vegetables

Easy Butternut Squash

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Easy Butternut Squash

This recipe is quick, easy, and delicious enough to become a family favorite.

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

  • 1 small butternut squash (or 4 cups of pre-cut)
  • 1/2–1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce

 

Instructions:

  1. If using a whole squash, peel and seed and cut the squash into 1-inch cubes. This will provide approximately 4 cups.
  2. Place cubed squash into a pot with ½ cup water, maple syrup, and soy sauce. Cover and simmer over medium heat until the squash is fork tender, about 15 minutes, adding additional water if needed.
  3. Taste and adjust seasonings.