Garlic and Herb Sautéed Bell Pepper Strips Recipe http://americanfood.about.com/od/vegetabledishes/r/Sauteed_Peppers.htm)
This garlic and herb sautéed bell pepper recipe can be used as an appetizer, as part of an antipasto platter, or a colorful side dish. The bell pepper strips cook up quickly, and are at their sweet and savory best paired with the garlic and herbs. This sautéed pepper recipe is a great way to enjoy this nutritious summer vegetable.
•3 tbsp olive oil
•2 large red bell peppers, seeded, cut into half-inch strips
•2 large yellow bell peppers, cut into half-inch strips
•2 cloves finely minced garlic
•salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
•1 tbsp red wine vinegar
•1 tbsp chopped basil
•1 tbsp chopped Italian parsley
•toasted Italian bread to garnish, optional
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over high heat. Add the pepper strips, and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until the peppers begin to soften. Turn down the heat to low, and add the garlic, salt and pepper. Sauté for 2 minutes more. Turn off the heat and add the vinegar and herbs. Toss to combine. Transfer to a bowl and allow to cool to room temperature. Toss again, adjust seasoning and serve with toasted bread if desired.
Zucchini-Potato Latkes with Tzatziki (http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/zucchini_potato_latke.html)
Tzatziki, a flavorful Greek yogurt sauce laced with cucumber, is a tangy accompaniment for these high-fiber latkes. Make it a Meal: Enjoy with sliced fresh tomatoes and a few kalamata olives or put patties and tzatziki (yogurt sauce) in pita pockets for lunch on the go.
1 pound zucchini, shredded
2 cups shredded cooked potato (see Note)
2 medium shallots, minced, divided
1 egg, beaten
2 cups fresh whole-wheat breadcrumbs (see Tip)
1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
1/2 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and shredded
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1. Preheat oven to 450° F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
2. Toss zucchini, potato, 3 tablespoons shallot and egg in a large bowl. Add breadcrumbs, feta, 1 tablespoon dill, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; toss to combine. Form the mixture into 12 patties.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 patties, cover and cook until crispy and browned on one side, 2 to 5 minutes. Carefully transfer the latkes to the prepared pan, browned-side down. Repeat with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and patties.
4. Transfer the latkes to the oven and bake until firm and heated through, 10 to 12 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, prepare tzatziki: Combine yogurt, cucumber, vinegar, the remaining minced shallot, 1 tablespoon dill and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a small bowl. Serve the latkes with the tzatziki on the side.
Fresh Peach and Zucchini Casserole (http://www.recipezaar.com/recipe/print?id=133788)
This was listed in our local paper as coming from the New Jersey Peach Promotion Council. I entered the recipe as printed in the paper, but when I made it I sliced the zucchini very thinly, halved the amount of cheese, and left out the salt. I also used about 1 tablespoon of dried thyme since I didn't have fresh. My husband and I devoured half of it at lunch and decided to save the rest to have at dinner over basmati rice. I'd like to try it with fresh basil as well - by Sonata
2 1/2 cups fresh zucchini, sliced
2 1/2 cups fresh peaches, pitted and sliced
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh thyme
Preheat oven to 350°F. Wash and slice zuchini into rounds.
Place layer of zucchini on bottom of a 2-qt casserole dish.
Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp pepper and 1 Tbsp thyme.
Layer with half the peaches.
Repeat zucchini layer, cheese and spices.
Finish with remaining peaches.
Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes or until zucchini is soft.
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