• 4½ TSP garlic powder
• 3 TSP ground ginger
• Salt and pepper
• 3 1½-2 LB baby back ribs (trimmed)
• 1 C apricot preserves
• 6 TBS ketchup
• 6 TBS soy sauce
• 6 TBS rice vinegar
• 3 TBS chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

NOTE: Avoid racks of baby back ribs that are larger than 2 pounds; they will be difficult to maneuver into the slow cooker.

1. Lightly coat slow cooker with vegetable oil spray. Combine garlic powder, ginger, 3 teaspoon salt, and 3 teaspoon pepper in bowl. Pat ribs dry with paper towels and rub with spice mixture.
2. Arrange ribs meaty side down along bottom of prepared slow cooker. Cover and cook until ribs are just tender, 5 to 6 hours on low or 3 to 4 hours on high.
3. Adjust oven rack 4 inches from broiler element and heat broiler. Set wire rack in aluminum foil-lined rimmed baking sheet and coat with vegetable oil spray. Transfer ribs meaty side up to prepared rack; let sit until surface is dry, about 10 minutes.
4. Whisk preserves, ketchup, soy sauce, and vinegar together in bowl. Brush ribs with half of sauce and broil until sauce is bubbling and beginning to char, about 5 minutes. Brush ribs with remaining sauce, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 10 minutes. Cut ribs in between bones to separate. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

Yields 6 servings.

• 2 TBSP ghee or olive oil
• 1 LG sweet onion (finely diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 MED carrots (peeled and diced)
• 2 MED celery stalks (peeled and diced)
• 1 MED red bell bepper (finely diced)
• 8-10 C chicken stock
• 28 OZ canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 TSP dried basil
• 1 TSP dried oregano
• 1 TBS dried parsley
• 2 bay leaves
• 8 OZ orzo pasta
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 C heavy cream
• ½ C parmesan cheese
• 2 C fresh baby spinach

1. In a stock pot add the ghee, onions, and celery.
2. Cook the veggies over medium heat until the onions and celery become translucent, about 5-6 minutes.
3. Add the carrots and cook for about ten minutes.
4. Add the garlic and cook another minute.
5. Add the chicken-less stock and canned tomatoes and bring to a boil, once you have reached a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and let simmer for about 20 minutes.
6. Add the orzo and bring back to a boil. Cook for 5 minutes.
7. Add the spinach, heavy cream and parmesan cheese, simmer until the soup is evenly warmed.
8. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Yields 6 servings.

https://www.sweetrecipeas.com/2020/03/17/creamy-tomato-spinach-orzo-soup/

Overnight Sponge

• 3 C (361 GR) All-Purpose Flour
• 3 TBS (43 GR) sugar
• 3 C (681 GR) buttermilk
• 1½ C (361 GR) sourdough starter (unfed/discard)

Waffle or Pancake Batter

• All of the overnight sponge
• 3 LG eggs
• 6 TBS (56 GR) butter (melted)
• 1⅛ TSP salt
• 1½ TSP baking soda

1. To make the overnight sponge, stir down your refrigerated starter, and remove 1½ C (361 GR). Note: This is a good opportunity to feed the remainder, if necessary.
2. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the unfed starter, flour, sugar, and buttermilk.
3. Cover and let rest at cool room temperature (about 65°F to 70°F) for about 12 hours, or overnight.
4. In a small bowl or mixing cup, beat together the eggs and butter. Add to the overnight sponge.
5. Add the salt and baking soda, stirring to combine. The batter will bubble.
6. Use 2 level 3.25 OZ scoops per waffle and spread into the waffle iron. Cook 6 minutes or until crisp and golden brown.
7. Serve waffles immediately, to ensure crispness. Or hold in a warm oven till ready to serve.

Yields 6 large Belgian waffles.

https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/classic-sourdough-waffles-or-pancakes-recipe

• 2 LB sirloin tip roast (cut into 2-inch pieces)
• Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1 TBS olive oil
• 1 onion (diced)
• 1 red bell pepper (seeded and thinly sliced)
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 TBS dried oregano
• 1 TBS ground cumin
• 2 TSP paprika
• 2 TSP turmeric
• ½ C white wine
• 14 OZ canned diced tomatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• ½ C golden raisins
• ¼ C capers (drained)
• 2 TBS sherry vinegar
• ½ C pitted green olives
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

1. Season the beef generously with salt and pepper.
2. In an Instant Pot set to sauté, warm the olive oil. Working in batches, sear the beef, turning occasionally, until browned all over, about 8 minutes per batch. Transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.
3. Add the onion and bell pepper to the pot and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika and turmeric and sauté for 1 minute more. Add the wine and cook until the liquid is reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes and bay leaf and return the beef to the pot. Turn the valve to sealing and set the Instant Pot to pressure cook at high pressure for 40 minutes.
4. Manually vent to release the steam. When the steam stops, carefully remove the lid and transfer the beef to a bowl. Using 2 forks, shred the beef into bite-size pieces. Return the beef to the pot and add the raisins, capers and vinegar. Set the pot to sauté and simmer until the liquid is slightly reduced, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with the green olives. Garnish with cilantro and serve immediately.

Yields 6 servings.

https://www.williams-sonoma.com/recipe/instant-pot-ropa-vieja.html

• 4 TBS coconut oil
• 1½ sweet onion (diced)
• 6 garlic gloves (minced)
• 1½ TSP freshly ginger (grated)
• 3 TBS red curry paste
• 4½ C low-sodium vegetable stock
• 6 C uncooked butternut squash, (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 21 OZ canned coconut milk
• 3 TBS lime juice
• ½ TSP salt
• ½ TSP pepper
• ½ C torn fresh cilantro for serving
• ½ C chopped roasted peanuts for serving

1. Heat a large pot over medium-low heat and add coconut oil. Once it’s melted, add in the onions and the garlic with a pinch of salt and stir. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add in the ginger and curry paste and stir until it is incorporated. Cook the curry and onion mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Pour in the stock and add the squash cubes. Cover the pot and increase the heat to medium. Cook until the squash is soft, about 20 minutes.
4. Once the squash is soft, turn off the heat and very carefully pour the entire mixture into a blender. Blend until the soup is smooth and pureed.
5. Pour it back into the pot and turn the heat on to medium low. Add in the coconut milk, lime juice, salt and pepper, and stir. Cover and cook the soup for 10 minutes until it’s completely warm.
6. Taste and season additionally if desired.
7. Serve the soup with a garnish of torn cilantro and crushed peanuts.

Yields 6 servings.

https://www.howsweeteats.com/2013/09/thai-curry-butternut-squash-soup/

• 1 LB (~3) MED russet potatoes
• 1½ TBS Extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• ¼ TSP dried thyme
• ¼ TSP dried oregano
• ⅛ TSP dried rosemary
• ¼ TSP Old Bay seasoning
• 2 TBS Parmesan cheese (grated)

Oven: 425°

1. Wash and cut potatoes into desired shape and size.
2. Place on a cookie sheet that has been lined with foil and lightly greased.
3. Mix all of the spices and the Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
4. Place all of the potatoes into a gallon size freezer bag, add olive oil and the parmesan cheese/spice mixture to the bag.
5. Seal the bag and shake until the potatoes are evenly coated.
6. Once thoroughly coated dump onto the prepared cookie sheet and spread in a single layer.
7. Bake 18-23 minutes or until tender and lightly golden brown.

Yields 4 servings.

https://www.bigoven.com/recipe/oven-baked-parmesan-seasoned-fries/492234

• 4 bone in chicken thighs (can also use boneless chicken thighs or breasts)
• 1 TBS olive oil
• 2 TSP Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper

Creamy Bacon Mushroom Thyme Sauce:

• 1 TBS olive oil
• 8 OZ white mushrooms (sliced)
• 6 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
• 1 C heavy cream
• ½ TSP salt
• ¼ TSP pepper
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 TBS fresh thyme (stems removed)

Oven: 350°

1. Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
2. Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat. Add the chicken.
3. Pan Sear each side of the chicken for 1-2 minutes until brown and place skillet in oven. Bake for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked throughout; remove chicken and set aside.
4. Add olive oil to the skillet and sauté the mushrooms until soft. Add the bacon, heavy cream, salt, pepper, garlic and thyme. Bring to a simmer until the sauce starts to thicken.
5. Add the chicken back to the skillet and heat for another minute. Serve immediately.

Yields 4 servings.

Calories: 741kcal, Carbohydrates: 6g, Protein: 31g, Fat: 66g, Saturated Fat: 26g, Cholesterol: 245mg, Sodium: 647mg, Potassium: 619mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g

https://therecipecritic.com/creamy-bacon-mushroom-thyme-chicken

• 18 OZ pork tenderloin
• 1 TSP kosher salt
• Black pepper
• 1 TSP olive oil
• 5 cloves garlic (minced)
• 28 OZ canned crushed tomatoes
• 7 OZ jarred roasted red peppers (drained)
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 TBS chopped fresh parsley, divided

Instant Pot:

1. Season pork with salt and pepper.
2. Press saute button to warm, add oil and pork and brown about 2 minutes on each side; remove and set aside.
3. Add garlic and saute until golden brown, 1 to 1½ minutes.
4. Add the pork and the remaining ingredients, reserving half of the parsley.
5. Cook high pressure 45 minutes. Natural release.
6. Remove bay leaves, shred the pork with 2 forks and top with remaining parsley.
7. Serve over your favorite pasta.

Slow Cooker:

1. Season pork with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and pork and brown about 2 minutes on each side; remove and set aside.
3. Add garlic and saute until golden brown, 1 to 1½ minutes.
4. Transfer garlic to the slow cooker with the pork and the remaining ingredients, reserving half of the parsley.
5. Cook 8 hours low. Remove bay leaves, shred the pork with 2 forks and top with remaining parsley.
6. Serve over your favorite pasta.

Stove-Top:

1. Season pork with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add oil and pork and brown about 2 minutes on each side; remove and set aside.
3. Add garlic and saute until golden brown, 1 to 1½ minutes.
4. Add the pork and the remaining ingredients, reserving half of the parsley.
5. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook covered on low until the pork is tender and shreds easily, about 2 hours.
6. Remove bay leaves, shred the pork with 2 forks and top with remaining parsley.
7. Serve over your favorite pasta.

Yields 10 servings.

Serving: ½ cup sauce, Calories: 93 kcal, Carbohydrates: 6.5 g, Protein: 11 g, Fat: 1.5 g, Cholesterol: 33 mg, Sodium: 347 mg, Sugar: 3 g

https://www.skinnytaste.com/italian-pulled-pork-ragu-instant-pot-slow-cooker-stove

• ½ TBS olive oil
• ½ TSP roasted cumin
• 1½ TSP garam masala
• 2 TSP curry powder
• ½ onion (minced)
• 6 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 large tomato (chopped)
• 2 TBS fresh cilantro (chopped)
• ½ C light coconut milk
• ⅔ C water
• 8 OZ (1 LG potato) (peeled and diced small)
• 6 skinless chicken thighs
• kosher salt to taste

1. Heat oil in a large deep skillet, over medium heat.
2. Add onion and garlic and sauté 1 minute. Add cumin, masala and curry powder and mix well, cooking 1 minute.
3. Place chicken in the pan and season with 1 teaspoon salt.
4. Add tomatoes, cilantro, coconut milk and water.
5. Stir all ingredients and cover pan, simmer on medium-low until chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes.
6. Add potatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and simmer, covered an additional 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
7. Pressure Cooker Directions: Reduce water to 1/2 cup and cook the chicken after step 4 on high pressure for 15 minutes, quick release then add potatoes, high pressure 5 minutes. Let it release naturally.

Yields 6 servings.

Serving: 1 thigh with sauce and potato, Calories: 213 kcal, Carbohydrates: 12 g, Protein: 24 g, Fat: 7 g, Saturated Fat: 1.5 g, Cholesterol: 108 mg, Sodium: 392.5 mg, Fiber: 1.5 g, Sugar: 0.5 g

https://www.skinnytaste.com/chicken-curry-with-coconut-milk-43-pts

• 2 to 2 ½ LB boneless pork loin or chops (trimmed of fat)
• 2 TBS olive oil
• ¾ C chicken broth
• ½ TBS paprika
• ½ TBS garlic powder
• 2¼ TSP dried sage
• ¼ TSP dried rosemary
• ¼ TSP dried marjoram
• ¼ TSP dried thyme
• 1 TSP oregano
• 1 TSP basil
• 1 – 2 C cooked couscous (prepared according to package directions)

1. In a liquid measuring cup combine the oil, broth and spices. Cut small slits with a paring knife into the pork roast (or pork chops).
2. Place the pork in a 4-quart slow cooker and pour the broth/spice mixture over the top of the pork.
3. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7-8 hours until the pork is tender.
4. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred into pieces. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and toss with the juices/liquid. Serve the meat/juices over couscous.

Yields 6 servings.

Calories: 513kcal, Carbohydrates: 46g, Protein: 50g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 119mg, Sodium: 207mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 1g

https://www.melskitchencafe.com/mediterranean-pork-with-couscous-slow-cooker/