Main Course Menu Plan: Week 4  Winter I

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Day 1: Turkey with Peppers, Feta and Olives over Couscous   

Total time: 30 minutes
   The Mediterranean flavors of peppers, olives and feta make bland turkey special.  Serve over Toasted Couscous, Basmati Rice or Barley. Use more or less feta, according to taste.  

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Day 2: Spaghetti Bolognese

Total time: 60 minutes
   This is a true Northern Italian meat sauce based on one found in the Time Life "Foods of the World, Italian,' book.  It's not the tomato-y sauce that we have come to expect as the standard.  It's full-flavored and fantastic, filled with minced vegetables and meat; but it's not thick. 

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Note: The cream or crème fraiche is added when served over pasta.

Day 3: Bolognese Lasagne with Spinach

Total time: 40 minutes 
     This is a wonderful way to use Ragù Bolognese.  It's simply assembling and baking.  This lasagne uses ricotta, rather than the more traditional Béchamel sauce. 

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Day 4: Coquilles Saint-Jacques

Total time: 30 minutes
     If you are getting scallops in their shells, the shells make a lovely presentation.  I love scallops but do not like the coral.  Remove it or not as suits you.  Be careful not to overcook the scallops.  This used to be very decadent ... I made it recently and trimmed back the fat a bit.  Still...  I only do it once a year.

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Day 5:  Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes, Apples and Carrots

Total time: 45 minutes
   Pork and apples naturally compliment each other: the sweet-tart flavor of the apple brings out the sweetness of the pork. With roasted potatoes and carrots this is a simple meal needing little attention.  Remember, slightly pink is fine for pork - and keeps it juicier.

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Day 6: Chicken with Mushrooms, Broccoli and Peppers

Total time: 25 minutes
    Tarragon and capers are the main flavor components of this chicken dish. They give a Mediterranean taste to the peppers and broccoli.  It all cooks quickly, leaving the vegetables crisp-tender.

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