Posts tagged weekseats1112
Roast Chicken Thighs with Grapes and Acorn Squash

If you haven’t roasted grapes before, I strongly urge you to try this recipe. I am not a huge fan of raw grapes - they were just never really my thing but by roasting them, you bring out all of these complex sweet and savory flavors that elevate whatever you are cooking them with. I like to pair them with something neutral like chicken, although they would be rally good with a pork loin as well. I had half an acorn squash leftover from making baby food so I threw that in there as well. The result is a deeply rich and hearty meal that comes together all in one dish.

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Ravioli with Brown Butter and Green Peas

I am a huge fan of anything that makes weeknight dinners just a little easier and store bought fresh ravioli and frozen peas are just that. Most grocery stores carry some version of fresh pasta - I got mine at Whole Foods at their new pasta “bar” but I have seen fresh ravioli at Trader Joes as well. If you don’t see fresh ravioli, check the freezer case where there will definitely be some options. While you are there, grab some frozen peas. Frozen vegetables get a bad rap probably because of the old school mushy vegetable medley. In this recipe I quickly blanch the frozen peas in the pasta water and serve them on top of the ravioli and a drizzle of brown butter. This recipe only has 6 ingredients (including salt and pepper) but it feels like the height of sophistication thanks to a couple shortcuts.

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Chicken Tortilla Soup With Crispy Tortilla Strips

If you ever find yourself in Nashville, make sure to check Mas Tacos in East Nashville. Mas Tacos is a little restaurant will some seriously delicious tacos, but even more delicious is their tortilla soup. It is 100% the best thing on the menu and that is saying a lot when the rest of the menu is filled with delicious tacos. There is something magical about that soup.

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