February and March 2024 Menu

February and March 2024 Menu

MAIN DISHES

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Loin with Dried Cherries and Currant Sauce
Tender pork loin stuffed with dried cherries and thyme, wrapped in bacon and finished in a black currant glaze and served with side of your choice; can substitute chicken breast for pork loin
Dairy and grain-free 

Hoisin Flank Steak with Carrot Napa Slaw
Flank steak is marinated overnight in garlic, ginger, soy,  sesame, Hoisin sauce and chilis, grilled to your liking and served with carrot, Napa cabbage and sesame slaw
Paleo and can make keto

Chicken, Broccoli and Rice Casserole
This family friendly casserole combines rice cooked in chicken broth with roast chicken, fresh broccoli and cheddar, topped with crushed buttery cracker crumbs
Can be made keto or paleo/dairy-free

Caramel Chicken
Chicken thighs, drumsticks and/or breasts are pan seared and then roasted in a sauce of maple syrup, tamari, ginger, garlic and rice vinegar and served with side of your choice; Can sub tofu or skin-on, boneless chicken breasts
Paleo and can be keto
Thanks to Bon Appétit for recipe inspiration and photo 

Steak Bomb Meatballs
Ground sirloin and cheddar meatballs are topped with peppers, mushrooms and onions and smothered in a cheddar and provolone cheese sauce; served with pasta or zoodles and can sub turkey for the beef 
Can be made keto

Teriyaki Glazed Salmon Bites with Wilted Greens
Teriyaki glazed fresh salmon bites are roasted, topped with sesame seeds,  cilantro and scallions and paired with wasabi aioli and wilted Asian greens
Can be made paleo or keto

Macadamia Nut and Coconut-Crusted Cod 
Fresh, wild-caught cod is breaded in a macadamia nut and coconut crust and baked – can substitute salmon for cod; served with pickled onions, lime Mexican crema and fresh tomatillo avocado salsa
Keto and can be paleo/dairy-free

Hamburger Potato Casserole
This family favorite layers ground beef or turkey and sauteed onion with sliced russet potatoes in a creamy sauce topped with cheddar; can add broccoli, mushrooms, peppers, green beans or cauliflower
Can be dairy-free

Pad Thai
Rice noodles are tossed with julienne veggies and your choice of tofu, beef, chicken or shrimp in a mild pad thai sauce; topped with crushed peanuts, bean sprouts and lime
Dairy-free/paleo and can be made keto with konjac noodles

Coconut Curry with Mushrooms
Your choice of jumbo shrimp, beef, chicken or tofu is marinated in a paste of fresh serrano chilis, ginger, garlic, cumin, coriander and turmeric and sauteed with fresh curry leaves and mushrooms in a creamy coconut sauce – can be mild, medium or spicy; served rice of your choice
Paleo and keto 

Yakitori Meatballs with Orange Chili Sauce
Your choice of beef, pork. or turkey meatballs are roasted and finished in an Asian inspired sauce of orange marmalade, chilis, garlic, ginger and fish sauce; topped with sesame seeds,  basil and scallions and served with rice noodles or rice of your choice
Dairy-free and can be made paleo or keto

Galbi – Korean Boneless Barbecue Short Ribs
Please give at least 72 hours notice for this dish
In this dish, boneless beef short ribs are slow cooked in a delicious homemade Korean barbecue sauce and topped with sesame seeds, cilantro and scallions – mild, medium or spicy; served with side of your choice

Paleo and can be made keto

Chicken Tamale Pie
Pulled chicken breast is combined with fresh salsa, corn, black beans, mild green chilis, cilantro, cream cheese and Mexican five cheese blend, then topped with cornbread and baked until golden
Can be made paleo/dairy-free, keto or vegetarian

Cochinita Pibil Tacos
Please give at least 72 hours notice for this dish
In this mild Yucatán inspired dish, pork shoulder is marinated overnight in a spice paste of achiote (annatto seeds), Mexican oregano, Ceylon cinnamon, cumin and allspice, slow cooked in Seville orange and lime juice and then pulled; served with your choice of two: queso fresco, pickled purple onions, fresh salsa, guacamole, guva garlic sauce, shredded cheddar cheese or shredded purple cabbage in your choice of tortillas 
Paleo and Can be made keto

Coca-Cola Marinated Strip Steak
Please give at least 72 hours notice for this dish
Angus prime strip steaks are marinated overnight with coca-cola, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and spices and grilled to your liking; served with the side of your choice
Can be made keto or paleo

Sichuan Asparagus Stir Fry
Your choice of ground beef, pork, chicken or tofu is stir fried with blistered asparagus, ginger, garlic, scallions and basil in an aromatic sesame honey Sichuan sauce – can be made mild, medium or spicy and can substitute chicken, tofu or pork for the beef; served with rice of your choice
Can be made keto or paleo

Asian Brussels and Tofu 
Brussel sprouts are charred with shiitake mushrooms, green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds and tofu in a sweet and sour Asian marinade; served with rice of your choice
Vegan and can be made Keto

FLAVORS of the MEDITERRANEAN

Merluza a la Sidra
A Spanish dish of fresh wild-caught haddock dredged in potato flour, seared and simmered in a sauce of hard dry apple cider, brandy, tomatoes, onions and garlic; served with rice of your choice
Dairy-free and can be made paleo or keto 

Broccoli and Gorgonzola Pie
Rich and satisfying Italian pie filled with broccoli, leeks, tarragon, chives and gorgonzola cream and baked
Vegetarian (has eggs) and can be grain-free, dairy-free or keto
Thank you to Yotam Ottolenghi for recipe inspiration and photo

Shrimp Al Ajillo
Tender wild-caught shrimp sautéed in a garlic butter and white wine sauce with dried chilies, lemon and parsley; served with side of your choice
Paleo and Keto without wine 

Greek Salmon in Parchment
Atlantic salmon is roasted in parchment packets with Spanakopita veggies: spinach, onions, garlic, dill, feta and lemon; served with rice of your choice
Keto and can be dairy-free/paleo with vegan feta

White Chicken and Spinach Lasagna
Lasagna noodles are baked with a filling of pulled chicken, basil, garlic, spinach, ricotta, mozzarella and parmesan in a creamy white sauce
Can be made keto with zucchini noodles

Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Pulled chicken breast, roasted cauliflower and chunks of ham and swiss cheese are covered in a dijon mustard sauce, topped with breadcrumbs and baked until golden
Can be made keto or paleo/dairy-free

Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
Chicken breasts are stuffed with baby shiitakes, shallots and spinach with herbed goat cheese and parmesan and baked; served with side of your choice
Keto and can be paleo/dairy-free with vegan cheese

Baked Stuffed Moroccan Cod
Wild-caught fresh cod is stuffed with a blend of apricots, plums, walnuts and pomegranate molasses and baked in lemon butter; served with garlic spinach
Paleo

SOUPS, STEWS, SALADS and BOWLS

Carrot, Ginger and Hazelnut Bisque
Carrots and onions are roasted until caramelized and then slow simmered with ginger and garlic in vegetable broth and finished with hazelnut butter
Paleo and vegan

Turkey, Butternut Squash and Apple Chili
Ground turkey, butternut squash, onions, apples and tomatoes cooked with chili spices and cinnamon (can be made mild, medium or spicy)
Paleo 

Caldo Verde 
Farm-fresh Linguisa, onions, garlic, parsnips and carrots are paired with wilted organic kale and simmered in chicken broth; can be made with chicken sausage and can add white beans
Paleo and can be made keto

West African Groundnut Stew
Roasted sweet potatoes, carrots, tomatoes, onions and garlic are paired with cilantro, kale and ground peanuts in coconut broth with mild African spices; can add chicken
Vegan and paleo

Roasted Grape, Butternut Squash and Baby Kale Salad
Roasted butternut squash and grapes are tossed with baby kale, shaved Romano cheese and pepitas in a dijon parmesan vinaigrette; can add roast chicken or shrimp
Can be made dairy-free/paleo

New England Fish Chowder with Bacon
Fresh chunks of haddock are slow cooked in fish stock with onions, garlic, thyme and cauliflower, finished with a touch of cream and topped with crispy bacon
Keto and can be made paleo/dairy-free

Lemon Asparagus Bisque
This creamy soup pairs fresh asparagus, onions, garlic, tarragon, basil, red bliss potatoes and fresh grated lemon peel and a touch of creme fresh; pureed smooth and topped with French bread croutons
Vegetarian and can be dairy-free/vegan, paleo or keto

Indian Spinach Salad 
This fresh salad tops baby spinach with roasted cauliflower and radishes, spiced whole black Beluga lentils, and pistachios drizzled with a cilantro shallot cumin vinaigrette; can add roast chicken
Vegan

Wild Rice Buddha Bowl
Basmati brown and wild rice is tossed with chickpeas, dried currants, apricots, shallots, broccolini, almonds and herbs in a fresh orange juice and sherry vinegar dressing; Can add chicken breast
Vegan

Winter Squash and Millet Salad
A bright and colorful composed salad with millet (an ancient, high-protein gluten-free grain), roasted butternut squash, hazelnuts, pomegranate seeds, avocado, broccoli and dried blueberries in a creamy herb dressing; can add tofu, chicken or shrimp
Vegan
Thanks to Green Kitchen Stories for recipe inspiration

SIDES

Marinated Brussels Salad with Pecorino and Pine Nuts Keto
Sauteed Swiss Chard with Pancetta and Caramelized Shallots Keto
Cherry Tomato Salad with Feta and Olives Keto
Braised Fennel with Parmesan Keto
Chickpea Salad with Fennel and Arugula Keto and vegan
Lentil Salad with Hazelnuts and Goat Cheese
Roasted Eggplant with Tahini Dressing Keto and vegan
Mascarpone Creamed Greens can be dairy-free
Chinese Broccoli with Ginger Miso Glaze
Mashed Butternut Squash
Garlic Butter Mushrooms
Spinach Gratin
Samosa Style Baby Potatoes and Peas
Smoky Bourbon Maple Sweet Potato Mash
Green Beans with Pine Nuts, Brown Butter and Coarse Salt 
can be vegan
Sautéed Kale with Garlic, Golden Raisins and Feta 
can be vegan
Ginger Citrus Roasted Carrots
Smoky Maple Glazed Brussel Sprouts
Honey Lemon Roasted Delicata Squash
Turkish Roasted Cauliflower
Garlicky Skillet Greens with Prosciutto
Northwoods Fire Spicy Asparagus
Braised Red Cabbage with Bacon in Port 
Thanks to Saveur
Brown Butter Squash Steaks with Sage 
can be vegan
Creamed Brussel Sprouts
 can be vegan Thanks to Saveur
Spicy Honey Glazed Roast Parsnips
Smoky Baked Sweet Potato Fries w/ Curry Honey Sauce 
Thanks to Saveur
Broiled Spaghetti Squash with Walnut Miso Glaze 
Thanks to Saveur
Soy Braised Kabocha Squash 
Thanks to Saveur
Smoky Chipotle Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Roasted Root Vegetables with Cranberries and Toasted Hazelnuts
Bacon and Thyme Mashed Cauliflower
Lemony Cauliflower with Brown Butter and Hazelnuts
Mushrooms with Fennel and Ginger
Gorgonzola, Grape and Butter Lettuce Salad
Mashed Rutabaga
Spicy Braised Kale
Raw Asparagus Salad with Parmesan and Red Onions
Samosa Smashed Potatoes and Peas
Sweet Potato Hummus
North African Cucumber Salad with Yogurt
Moroccan Carrot and Cilantro Salad
Baby Spinach Salad with Dates, Almonds and Pickled Purple Onions
Sherried Whole Mushrooms and Thyme
Swiss Chard with Tahini, Yogurt and Buttered Pine Nuts
Green Beans with Toasted Coconut
Refried Black Beans with Shallots and Cilantro
Asparagus with Brown Butter 

Creamed Collard Greens with Bacon Can be made vegetarian or paleo
Green Beans with Tamari and Sesame
Whole Mushrooms Roasted with Sherry, Garlic and Thyme

Garlicky Lemon Broccoli
Mexican Black Beans and Rice
Garlic Wilted Spinach
Ranch Mashed Potatoes

Bok Choy with Tamari and Ginger 
Cumin and Chili Roasted Cauliflower
Orange Basmati Rice
Mango Pineapple Salsa
Carrot, Cilantro and Jalapeno Crema Slaw
Scallion and Thyme Quinoa
Brown Rice with Apricots and Walnuts
Chickpeas with Onions and Tomatoes
Roasted Maple Glazed Parsnips
Roasted Baby Potatoes with Rosemary

Roasted Zucchini with Corn and Feta 
Cauliflower and Carrots with Toasted Mustard Seeds
Spaghetti Squash with Red Sauce
 

Roasted Broccoli and Purple Onions with Walnuts and Shaved Parmesan
Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Pecans
chipotle cheddar corn casseroleSpicy Broccoli Rabe
Bourbon Maple Sweet Potato Mash
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Orange Zest and Pecans 
Honey Mustard Carrots
Cumin Scented Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Creamy Cheese Grits
Roasted Green Beans with Spring the Dahlia Onions and Almonds
Ginger, Scallion and Cucumber Salad with Tamari
Roasted or Steamed Vegetables:
Carrots, onions, red peppers, zucchini, summer squash, butternut squash, Brussel sprouts, broccoli, mushrooms, asparagus or parsnips

Cauliflower or Broccoli Rice
Brown Rice, White Rice or Quinoa