Posts Tagged tomatoes

Queso Dip

Serves 6-8 2 tablespoons unsalted butter1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped1 green pepper, seeded and finely chopped1 red or yellow pepper, seeded and finely chopped1-2 hot peppers of your choice, seeded and finely chopped1 teaspoon Kosher salt1-1/2 cups milk, divided1 8-ounce block cream cheese, cut into cubes3 cups […]

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Fresh Beans and Tomato Salad

1 pound green beans, ends trimmed and cut in half if largelettuce, your choice1/2 Walla Walla onion, halved and thinly 2-3 large tomatoes, diced or a big handful of cherry or sliced a big handful of cherries and small tomatoes small tomatoes cut in half1 cup crumbled feta cheese 1 cup […]

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Zucchini Tomato Casserole

3 medium zucchini, sliced (about 6-1/2 cups) 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 medium onion, sliced 1 garlic clove, minced Several peeled ripe tomatoes or 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano […]

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Ratatouille or French Vegetable Stew

By Jennifer Segal Servings: 8 (Makes about 7 cups) Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes 1 eggplant, cut into 1/3-inch cubes Salt 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for serving 2 medium zucchini and/or summer squash cut into 1/3-inch cubes 1 medium yellow […]

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Spaghetti Squash with Meat Sauce

1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds) 1 pound lean ground beef 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 4 garlic cloves, minced, divided 4 plum tomatoes, chopped 2 cups pasta sauce 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon salt Grated Parmesan cheese, optional 1. Preheat oven […]

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Tomato Zucchini Salad

7 large heirloom tomatoes (about 2-1/2 pounds), cut into wedges 3 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced 2 medium sweet peppers, thinly slice, any colors 1/3 cup cider vinegar 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon sugar 1-1/2 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, parsley […]

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TOMATO (Cherry) SALAD

1 quart cherry tomatoes, halved (or chunk up any larger tomatoes 1/4 cup canola oil 3 tablespoons white vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley 1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh basil 1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano 1. Place tomatoes in […]

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Taco-filled Peppers

1 pound ground beef 1 envelope taco seasoning 3/4 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup salsa 4 medium green peppers 1 medium tomato, chopped 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup sour cream 1. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no […]

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Tomato and Chard Rigatoni

8 ounces uncooked rigatoni or large tube pasta 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 bunch Swiss chard, coarsely chopped 1 small onion, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 medium tomatoes, chopped 1 can (15 ounces) white kidney or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 […]

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Balsamic Green Bean Salad

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces 1/4 cup olive oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 large red onion, chopped 4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved […]

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