Recipes with Black pepper

Liver Patties
RecipeLiver Patties

Liver patties recipe is a great way to substitute meat and add to your normal protein intake. Easy to make, soft and delicious to taste, and absolutely healthy, they will make an excellent addition to your diet. Liver is one of the products that is often neglected on the shelves of the supermarket, and there is no better explanation than the truth that the majority of people don’t know how to cook and enjoy it. This liver patties recipe is very versatile. In principle, it doesn’t matter what kind of liver you are going to use, the outcome is always the same - soft and delicious patties! It is quite important, however, to select the liver pieces that contain no or very little streaks. Although the liver pieces will be ground, these streaks will not contribute to the softness of the patties, and that is something you might want to consider. Both fresh and frozen liver will work absolutely fine, just make sure to avoid extra moisture when preparing the liver for grinding. After you wash liver make sure you drain all water, or wipe the liver with a paper towel. The recipe calls for the most basic ingredients and spices. There’s no need to get complicated, the best things in life are the simplest! In addition to salt and pepper, you can season the liver mince with some herbs of your choice, but the patties will end up being rather delicious just like that. Simple and aromatic! You can get 16 medium-sized patties using this recipe; feel free to double it if cooking for a bigger crowd. We hope that you give this recipe a try, and will no longer neglect liver on supermarket shelves.

Salad Olivieh
RecipeSalad Olivieh

Salad Olivieh is another name of a famous Russian potato salad that is the most traditional dish for the celebration of the New Year for Eastern European people. It can often be served during other family holidays, gatherings and even during normal weekdays. The salad requires a bit of preparation and some good amount of chopping, but it is definitely worth every effort put into it! The beauty of salad Olivieh is that is stores pretty well in the fridge (up to 5 days). The only recommendation regarding storing would be to store mixed dry ingredients, and add mayonnaise right before serving. Different cooks may use slightly different ingredients in this salad, but we recommend you to try this version, and if wanted you can customize it to your taste, adding or substituting the ingredients. Dill can be easily replaced by parsley, bologna by ham or cooked chicken, you can also leave out the mayo, and replace it with sour cream or plain yogurt (the salad will not have the traditional taste, but it will still taste quite yummy!) Try using homemade mayonnaise following our simple recipe, instead of the store-bought one. It is easy to make and much healthier than the ones you will find on the shelves of the supermarket. It will make your salad Olivie taste much much better! Salad Olivieh is very forgiving, and uses the ingredients that are very easy to find in the supermarket, in fact, we are mostly sure that you will be able to find most of them in your kitchen already. Give it a try and let us know if you liked it as much as we do!

Savory Mushroom Crepes
RecipeSavory Mushroom Crepes

This mushroom crepe recipe is one of the simplest and tastiest ways to enjoy traditional crepes Easy to make, and easy to store, mushroom crepes are the key to hassle-free lunch or supper solution. Just make some in advance, place them in the fridge or a freezer, and you don’t have to worry about feeding your family on days when you just don’t feel like cooking a full-size meal and spend hours in the kitchen. A real time-saver! It is true that it takes a bit of preparation if you go down the route making your own crepes, but mostly only if you don’t have enough frying pans in your kitchen to fully maximize your kitchen stove capacity. We find that using several frying pans at the same time significantly helps to reduce the cooking time. You can also make this wonderful mushroom filling in between flipping your crepes like a pro. Takes a bit of multitasking, but it really does feel like a fun game and not quite a chore. If you are looking for an easy and simple recipe to make your own crepes, we recommend you using this traditional crepe recipe. It makes delicious crepes, and works well for both sweet and savory fillings. Alternatively, you could also buy crepes in the local supermarket, but unfortunately not every store will have them. We recommend serving these savory mushroom crepes hot with sour cream or plain yogurt, depending of your preference and what’s available in your fridge. They taste equally good with with either of those. Also a perfect addition to this meal, especially if serving it as supper, would be a tomato and avo salad, dressed with oil and lemon juice. The sour tangy taste of tomatoes and lemon, balances out the mushroomy taste, and blends into a vibrant symphony of taste in your mouth. We hope you enjoy this savory mushroom crepe recipe and will use it over and over again to save the time spent in the kitchen.

Butternut Squash Mac And Cheese With Crispy Cornflakes
RecipeButternut Squash Mac And Cheese With Crispy Cornflakes

This healthy butternut squash mac and cheese is a great way to secretly add more vegetables into a classic dish! Butternut squash is an excellent source of Vitamin A, vital for healthy skin and eyes. It is also a good source of Vitamin C and fibre too, which makes it an wonderful food that should be included in your diet. If the idea of adding a bit of sweetness from butternut squash makes you a little skeptical, we encourage you to give it a try and discover yourself what a creamy and flavorful mac and cheese you will end up with! Plus, the butternut squash beautifully paints the entire dish in a splendid golden color! So your dish will not only be healthier but also prettier but all means! In this butternut squash mac and cheese recipe we made butternut puree from scratch, that is more time consuming that adding a pre-made puree. So if you don’t have a great deal of time to play in the kitchen, we recommend preparing the puree in advance and freezing it, or buying a ready-made one from the supermarket.

Salmon and Kale Stir-Fry
RecipeSalmon and Kale Stir-Fry

This salmon and kale stir-fry is som easy to make for busy weeknight meal. Just in a matter of a few minutes you can enjoy this delicious dish on your plate. The recipe uses the combination of simple ingredients, but it’s the sweet and salty sauce that brings it to the top! It literally takes a couple of minutes to make it, and the secret is in the combination of ordinary ingredients - reduced sodium soy sauce, honey, garlic and some fresh ginger. It’s a great way to use the vegetables you have available in your fridge. Of course, you can experiment and substitute any of the ingredients with something you already have. Don’t have salmon? Not a problem, you could easily use chicken, mushrooms, shrimp or tofu. Note, that sauteing the kale leaves should not exceed 2-3 minutes, otherwise they may turn soggy. But if you wish you can saute for longer if you like a properly cooked texture. We hope you will love this savory dish from the first bite!

Pumpkin Ginger Soup With Leek, Celery and Bell Pepper
RecipePumpkin Ginger Soup With Leek, Celery and Bell Pepper

Pumpkin ginger soup is a pretty simple and healthy recipe. Unlike the standard recipe, this one is packed with even more nutrients from vegetables, such as pumpkin, leek, celery and bell pepper. It’s a great way of ensuring your loved ones are eating enough vegetables, especially if they are not big fans of a vegetable pile on their plate. When blended into a soup the vegetables nicely combine their flavors and the creamy texture makes it far more palatable. Just remember that you can spice the soup up as much as you like, and you can experiment with your favorite spices. This recipe is completely vegan-friendly, just make sure to use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock and the soup will taste equally tasty! We used no cream in this recipe because the beautiful combination of the vegetables makes the soup rich in flavor and creates a nice creamy texture on it’s own, making it unnecessary to use the cream. This pumpkin ginger soup is not only healthy and nourishing, but also quick and easy to make. It is not only ideal for keeping you warm on a cold winter night, but it can also be served on cool evenings throughout the year. The best part about making pumpkin ginger soup is that you can prepare it in advance, which definitely makes life much easier. This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days, and can also be frozen for about 1 month.

Black Bean Meatballs with Mushrooms
RecipeBlack Bean Meatballs with Mushrooms

These black bean meatballs with mushrooms are one of the simplest variations of meatless vegetarian meatballs, and they are packed with plant-based protein and nutrients. Four vegetables (black beans, mushrooms, carrots, and onion) serve as the basis of these meatballs. Beans and mushrooms work really great together, they make a meat-like texture and are very healthy and filling . Oats and egg bind the mixture together, so it becomes possible for the meatless balls to be firm enough and not fall apart while cooking. This recipe makes approximately 20 meatballs. Cooked black bean meatballs with mushrooms can be an appetizer on their own, however they may seem a bit dry without any sauce. We recommend to serve them with some homemade marinara or gravy, or even cranberry jam! These meatless meatballs taste best in tandem with whole wheat pasta dishes, mashed sweet potatoes, or even on a bed of salad greens. Here’s how you make these amazing meatless meatballs!

Pumpkin and Feta Salad with Bacon and Grapefruit
RecipePumpkin and Feta Salad with Bacon and Grapefruit

Looking for something filling and nutritious, but also light and delicious? Pumpkin and feta salad with bacon and grapefruit ticks all of those boxes! It can serve as an interesting side to pasta dishes, as well as become a king of the lunchtime on its own. Because the salad had feta and bacon in it, we advice not to season it with salt, unless you you prefer a strong salty taste in your meals. We also used olive oil in the recipe, but you are welcome to use the oil of your choice for this pumpkin and feta salad. The proportions of the ingredients are well suited for 2 full servings as a main dish, and it can serve 4 if pumpkin and feta salad is used as a side.

Pumpkin and Kidney Bean Salad with an Exotic Twist
RecipePumpkin and Kidney Bean Salad with an Exotic Twist

This pumpkin and kidney bean salad celebrates all four seasons! Summery, flavorful, and at the same time satisfying and filling - this pumpkin and kidney bean salad makes mealtime a little more tasty while being light on the waistline. It is warm enough to still eat salads as a main meal but cool enough to enjoy beans and pumpkin. There are many ways to make pumpkin and kidney bean salad, and this slightly unusual combination of classic winter ingredients and fruity summer vibes is one of the most nontraditional ways to make it. Feel free to use your imagination and make your own combination, using your favorite ingredients. This salad is good as a side dish and as a filling lunch salad for any day of the week.

Mushroom Ragout with Cauliflower Polenta
RecipeMushroom Ragout with Cauliflower Polenta

Mushroom ragout is a healthy and hearty dish that is ideal for a busy weekday night. It is light, completely vegetarian, and full of flavors! We used brown mushrooms in this mushroom ragout recipe, but you are welcome to substitute them with any kind of mushrooms available, a mixture of different kinds can be even more interesting! Feel free to experiment! Mushrooms tend to absorb a lot of flavor while they cook, so by adding sun-dried tomatoes, spring onions and spices while cooking them you will add more taste to the final dish. You can try to experiment and add other kinds of vegetables to this mushroom ragout, but since this recipe already calls for a decent amount of cauliflower, we decided to keep accent on the mushroomy taste and not overwhelm the dish with other flavors. A good way to enjoy mushroom ragout is on top of a bowl of polenta (an Italian dish made from ground cornmeal). lightened up by cauliflower rice, which makes this dish even healthier and richer in nutrients! You can cook polenta using plain water, but suggest using chicken or vegetable broth instead (depending on your vegetarian preferences) as it will infuse the dish with lots of flavor. For this recipe, we added riced cauliflower to polenta and the broth to cook all ingredients together. The cauliflower flavors don’t overwhelm the polenta, but rather add more pleasant texture and vibe. The turmeric adds the yellow color and it’s inflammation friendly, so we definitely recommend keeping it part of the recipe. The melted butter and cheese add richness and help make the dish taste delicious. Don’t forget to finish the cauliflower polenta with some Parmesan cheese, it makes the dish creamier and adds a nice salty bite.

Spaghetti with beef and vegetable mince
RecipeSpaghetti with beef and vegetable mince

You will love this delicious mince dish, loaded with veggies, from the first bite. This beef and vegetable mince recipe is easy, quick and super tasty. It works perfectly for busy weekdays, it is fairly inexpensive, and a batch of this recipe can last a few days. The nutritional value of this dish is much better than plain spaghetti and mince dishes, because it is packed with the variety of vegetables. Feel welcome to experiment and add your favorite vegetables in addition or instead of the ones we recommend using in this recipe. Adding vegetables to the mince is a great trick to extend ground meat if you are trying to live on a budget. Eggplant is great at imitating the texture of the ground meat and it also absorbs the meaty flavor very well. Carrots and onions add a subtle sweetness and a lot of nutrition to the dish. This beef and vegetable mince should freeze well, if you want to make a double batch and have it on hand, or if you want to save the leftovers for another busy night later in the month.

Quick Pickled Red Onions
RecipeQuick Pickled Red Onions

This quick, easy and crunchy condiments can be a nice addition to plenty of dishes! It takes very little time to prepare and can last for weeks in the refrigerator. There are endless uses for pickled onions. Their crunchy texture, zesty tang and bright color will add vibes to almost any dish. They're excellent for serving with sandwich and salad buffets at parties. The pickled onions will preserve best in a glass or ceramic container with a tight lid. Most metals will react with the vinegar, and plastic may absorb the flavors. This pickled onions recipe can also be used for marinating yellow or white onions. You won't get that lovely bright-pink color, but if that's not important to you, then go for it. Just make sure to select the onions that are firm and free from soft spots.