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Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya The Petit Appetit Cookbook, page 225) Here is an easy one pot meal to make for the whole family to celebrate. This recipe is less spicy and healthier than traditional Jambalaya recipes. Makes 6 servings 2 tablespoons expeller pressed canola oil 1/2 pound chicken-apple sausage, cut into 1/2 inch slices 1 small organic onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) 1 large organic red bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup) 1 clove garlic minced 1 3/4 cups organic chicken broth 3 medium vine ripened organic tomatoes, or 1 cup Pomi tomatoes (drained and chopped) 1/4 cup Pomi tomato sauce 1 bay leaf 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes 1 cup uncooked short grain brown rice 1 large (3/4 pound) boneless, skinless organic chicken breast, cut into 2-inch strips Heat oil in large heavy stockpot over medium high heat. Add sausage, onion, bell pepper and garlic. Cook stirring occassionally until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth, tomatoes, sauce, bay leaf and other spices. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occassionally. Stir in rice. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes stirring occassionally. Add chicken, cover and simmer until chicken is cooked and rice is tender, about 5 minutes. Let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving. Zucchini Puree (The Petit Appetit Cookbook, page 75) Zucchini is a member of the squash family. It ranges in color from dark to light green and is generally four to eight inches in length, although some homegrown "zukes" can reach up to two feet in length and six inches in diameter! 2 large organic zucchini cut into 1-inch rounds (about 4 cups) Steamer method: Place prepared zucchini in a steamer basket set in a pot filled with 1 to 2 inches of lightly boiling water. Do not let water touch zucchini. Cover tightly for best nutritent retention and steam for 5 to 7 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Zucchini should pierce easily with a toothpick. Zucchini does not need to be peeled. Puree in a food processor with a steel blade. Additional liquid is not usually needed. Microwave method: Place prepared squash in a microwave-safe dish. Add 1/4 cup water and cover tightly, allowing a corner to vent. Microwave on High for 3 minutes, or until tender. Check for doneness, cool and porceed with directions above. Tip: Liquid puree? Zucchini as well as other summer squash has a high water content, which is released when cooked. This may create a runny puree. To thicken, simply stir in a little of your baby's dry cereal. |
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