GRILLED CHICKEN + RATATOUILLE

Chicken, Gluten Free "Cheats", Pork, Side Dishes
15 Mar 2011 INGREDIENTS: 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/3s lengthwise 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch-wide strips 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch-wide strips 1 red onion, peeled, cut into 1/4-inch-wide slices 2 medium tomatoes, halved crosswise 3-4 portobello mushroom caps, sliced thick 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1/3 cup thinly sliced basil 1 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar DIRECTIONS: Prepare barbecue or cast iron skillet (medium-high heat). Place veggies into a large bowl and drizzle oil over and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Grill vegetables until tender and slightly charred. Transfer to cutting board. Place chicken breasts in same large bowl. Turn to ... {More...}

PEACHED PORK

Entrees, Pork
15 Aug 2010 Super easy, super yummy and a great way to use the Georgia peaches that are in season now... 2 Boneless Pork Chops, trim fat 8 Garlic cloves 2-3 TBSP minced fresh rosemary 7-8 TBSP extra virgin olive oil Coarse salt and fresh pepper to taste 6 small peaches, skin on, cut in half and pitted 4 TBSP unsalted butter (like Kerrygold), cut into small pieces Lay the meat out on a work surface and pound to an even thickness of 3/4 inch. Combine the garlic, rosemary and 6 TBSP of olive oil in a small bowl. Season the pork with salt and pepper to taste and spread ... {Tags: , , , } {More...}

JERK PORK TENDERLOIN WITH PINEAPPLE-JICAMA SALSA

Entrees, Pork
17 Jun 2010 INGREDIENTS 2 scallions, thickly sliced 2 garlic cloves, smashed 2 habanero chiles, stemmed and seeded 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce juice of 1 lime 2 teaspoons ground allspice 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon thyme leaves 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg One 1-inch piece of fresh ginger pork tenderloin DIRECTIONS: In a blender, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil with the scallions, garlic, chiles, soy sauce, lime juice, allspice, black pepper, thyme, nutmeg and ginger. Puree until smooth. Transfer the marinade to a resealable plastic bag. Add the pork tenderloins, turning to coat. Seal the bag, pressing out the air, and refrigerate for 4 to 8 hours. Remove the pork from the ... {More...}

PARMESAN SAGE PORK LOIN

Drinks, Entrees, Gluten Free "Cheats", Pork
03 Mar 2010 Yes, I know potatoes aren't technically Paleo, but I still eat them from time to time. If you are potato-free in your diet, sub in some other type of root veggie like rutabega or parsnips. If you are completely dairy free, just skip the Parmesan cheese. Ingredients: 2 cups diced red potatoes, unpeeled 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped carrots 1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup dry sherry One 2-lb. pork tenderloin, trimmed of silverskin Table salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 Tbs. dried sage 1 Tbs. salt-free garlic-and-herb seasoning 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Preparation: Heat the oven to 400°F. Arrange the potatoes, ... {More...}

NEAPOLITAN RIB & SAUSAGE RAGU

Entrees, Gluten Free "Cheats", Pork
02 Mar 2010 This is another one that I serve over gluten free pasta...and with a fatty Italian red vino. SO yummy... Ingredients: 2 28-oz. cans imported Italian plum tomatoes, preferably San Marzano 2# baby back pork ribs, trimmed of excess fat (about 11 ribs) 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped 2 medium cloves garlic, finely chopped 2-4 Tbs. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes; more to taste 2-3 links mild Italian sausage (about 1/2 lb.), casings removed 1 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup tomato paste diluted in 1/2 cup water Preparation: Position a rack in the lower third of ... {More...}

B’s Bolognese

Beef, Entrees, Gluten Free "Cheats", Pork
31 Jan 2010 This is a pretty typical Sunday "cheat" meal at the Murphy household. Serve with gluten free pasta and some red vino and enjoy! 1 oz. dried porcini mushrooms (optional) About 3/4 - 1 cup hot water, if using dried mushrooms 2 Tbs. unsalted butter 2 Tbs. olive oil 1 1/2 cups finely chopped yellow or red onion 2/3 cup peeled and finely chopped carrot 1/2 cup finely chopped celery 1 lb. ground beef or half beef and half pork 1 cup white wine 3 Tbs. tomato paste 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. ground pepper 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg 4 cups beef broth, heated 1 to 2 cups heavy cream (optional) Preparation If using dried porcini, place ... {More...}

“SPAGHETTI” + MEATBALLS

Beef, Entrees, Pork
22 Jan 2010 I love Italian food...so was on a mission to come up with a recipe for this traditional Murphy Sunday dinner :) Ingredients Meatballs 1 lb. Italian sausage 1/2 lb. (grass fed) ground chuck 1 egg 1 large shallot, minced Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg Pinch of ground cloves 1-2 tsp dried oregano (use fresh if it is summertime) 2 garlic cloves, minced Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste Sauce 1/4 cup olive oil 1 yellow onion, diced 1 head garlic, smash the cloves 1/3 - 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 large cans plum tomatoes (try to use San Marzano...it makes a difference!) 1 bay leaf 1-2 tsp oregano 1 tsp salt (to taste) Fresh basil, torn "Spaghetti" ... {More...}

ALE BRAISED SAUSAGES WITH PEPPERS

Entrees, Featured, Pork
22 Jan 2010 Not exactly gluten free because of the beer; try to find a gluten free beer. Ingredients: 2 Tbs. olive oil 2 lb. kielbasa, sliced (make sure it's gluten free, hormone-free, etc.) 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and sliced 1 cup ale 1/2 cup apple cider 3 Tbs. chopped fresh thyme 1 1/2 cups chicken broth Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 1 Tbs. corn starch mixed with cold water (optional) Directions: In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the sausages and cook, stirring and turning often, until browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Add the onion and bell ... {More...}