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Menu Plan for Fall II: Week 6, Day 6
Turkey Cutlets with Mustard Crust
Sweet Potato Chips
Mock Spinach
Soufflé
Cooking time: 40 minutes for menu Cooking schedule: see below for instructions
My love affair with sweet potatoes continues - here, cooked very simply. An easy dinner to finish the week.
Turkey Cutlets with Mustard Crust
Total time: 30 minutes
The mustard - crumb crust keeps these nice and moist and gets deliciously crispy fried in just a bit of olive oil. You can use chicken breasts in place of turkey, but they will need an extra 10 minutes of cooking time.... unless you pound them thin first.
Ingredients:
- 2 - 3 turkey cutlets, about 12oz (360gr)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbs Dijon-style mustard
- 1/3 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
- 4 tsp olive oil
Instructions:
- If the turkey cutlets are very large (mine are) cut them in half for easier handling.
- In a bowl flat enough that you can lay the cutlets flat (or a small pie plate, or whatever works) lightly beat the egg with a fork. Add the mustard and beat until well combined.
- In another, similar bowl combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan, herbs and garlic powder.
- Using tongs or fingers, dip cutlets in the egg/mustard mixture, then in the crumb/cheese mixture, coating well.
- Lay out on wax or parchment paper and let rest for 5 - 10 minutes.
- Heat 2 tsp oil in nonstick skillet large enough to hold all of the cutlets (or do it in two batches and keep them warm in 250F (125C) oven).
- When pan is hot (medium-high heat) add cutlets and sauté 5 - 6 minutes, until nicely brown.
- Add remaining 2 tsp oil to skillet and turn cutlets.
- Sauté on other side for another 4 - 5 minutes, until nicely browned and done. Remove and serve.
Sweet Potato Chips
Total time: 35 minutes
Paprika works well with sweet potatoes, adding a little zing. Use hot paprika if you like.
Ingredients:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1/2 tsp paprika, sweet or hot
- 1 tbs olive oil
- salt and pepper
Instructions:
- Slice potatoes into rounds, about 1/4 inch (1cm) thick.
- Put oil and paprika into a large bowl, add potatoes and toss, coating thoroughly.
- Arrange potatoes on baking sheet with rim (I use my trusty, round pizza pan).
- Bake at 400F for 30 minutes, turning once if you like.
- When done remove from pan and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper if you choose and serve.
Mock Spinach Soufflé
Total time: 40 minutes
Another recipe whose origins are lost in the mists of time. It's delicious, easy and helps me get my weekly ration of spinach. Even non-spinach lovers are happy with this. With a bit of bread and a salad it can also make a light lunch.
Ingredients:
- 8oz (240gr) frozen spinach
- 2 eggs (you can substitute 3 egg whites)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- pinch of nutmeg
- 1 tsp olive oil
Instructions:
- Thaw spinach (use microwave, hot water or saucepan) and thoroughly squeeze out excess moisture.
- In medium bowl beat eggs well.
- Add yogurt, Parmesan and nutmeg. Mix well.
- Add spinach and mix well.
- Lightly oil a small baking dish. (I use a 7 inch square glass baking dish) Pour in spinach and bake at 400F (200C) for 30 minutes or until set.
- Remove and serve directly from baking dish.
Cooking Schedule: 40 minutes |
Arrange sweet potatoes on baking sheet, bake |
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