Mushroom Tortellini and Escarole Soup

Don’t be misled into thinking that a great tasting homemade soup needs long, slow cooking–this satisfying soup is ready in just 15 minutes.

Serves 6.

2 t olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/2 C)
3 shiitake mushrooms, sliced (1/2 C)
7 C vegetable broth
5 C chopped escarole
9-oz pkg mushroom tortellini, cooked
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
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In large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and mushrooms and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add vegetable broth and heat through. Add escarole and cook 2 minutes. Add cooked toretllini and heat through. Serve with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Escarole Salad with Garlic Dressing

1 large head or 2 small heads escarole
2 t Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, peeled, crushed and chopped very finely (1 t)
2 t wine vinegar
1/4 t freshly ground black pepper
1/4 t salt
1/3 C vegetable oil
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1. If the ribs of the escarole, especially on the outside leaves, are too wide, split in half through the center and cut into 2″ pieces. Wash thoroughly and drain well in a salad spinner; there should be no extra water left in the salad. You should have approximately 8 to 9 cups of washed and diced escarole.

2. Mix together all the dressing ingredients except the oil. Add the oil slowly, mixing with a whisk or a spoon. Do not try to blend the mixture well. It is all right if it is separated. Five minutes before serving, toss the salad with the vinaigrette.

Red-Pepper Chicken

Red-Pepper Chicken

Make Creamy Red-Pepper Sauce omitting the peas. Brush 6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 6 ounces each) with olive oil and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Grill for 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through. Meanwhile, cook 2 bunches escarole, trimmed, washed and cut into 1-inch strips, and 1 small sweet red pepper, cored and sliced, in 2 tablespoons olive oil along with 2 cloves minced garlic in a large pot, covered, for 8 minutes. Stir occasionally. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Slice chicken breasts, top with sauce and serve with escarole on the side. Make 6 servings.

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