diff --git a/source/chili.md b/source/chili.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..52eda81 --- /dev/null +++ b/source/chili.md @@ -0,0 +1,47 @@ +# Chili + +## Ingredients + +- **2 tbsp.** olive oil +- **1** yellow onion, diced +- **2 cloves** garlic, minced +- **1 lb** ground beef or turkey +- **3/4 cup** dry kidney beans, soaked overnight and drained +- **3/4 cup** dry black beans, soaked overnight and drained +- **1 15oz can** diced or crushed tomatoes, not drained +- **6 oz** canned tomato paste +- **1 cup** water + +### Chili Seasoning + +- **1 tbsp.** chili powder +- **1 tsp.** ground cumin +- **1/4 tsp.** cayenne powder +- **1/4 tsp.** garlic powder +- **1/2 tsp.** onion powder +- **1/2 tbsp.** brown sugar +- **1 tsp.** salt +- **1/2 tsp.** black pepper + +## Instructions + +1. Heat the **oil** over medium heat in a large pot. + Add the **onion**, season with salt and pepper, + and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. + +2. Stir in the **garlic** and cook until fragrant, 30-60 seconds. + +3. Add the **ground meat** and continue to cook, + breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks, + until it is browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. + +4. Add the **beans**, **tomatoes**, **tomato paste**, **water**, and **chili seasoning**. + Stir to combine. + +5. Cover and simmer over low heat for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. + +6. Serve hot with preferred toppings. + +## Notes + +- Makes 6 cups. diff --git a/source/chipotle-black-beans.md b/source/chipotle-black-beans.md index dd68088..5079782 100644 --- a/source/chipotle-black-beans.md +++ b/source/chipotle-black-beans.md @@ -2,15 +2,15 @@ ### Ingredients -- **2 tbsp** water or vegetable broth +- **2 tbsp.** water or vegetable broth - **1/2** medium Spanish yellow onion, diced - **3 cloves** garlic, minced - **3 cups** water or unsalted vegetable broth - **1 cup** dried black beans -- **2 tsp** cumin powder -- **1 tsp** Spanish paprika -- **1 tsp** chipotle powder -- **1 tbsp** lime juice +- **2 tsp.** cumin powder +- **1 tsp.** Spanish paprika +- **1 tsp.** chipotle powder +- **1 tbsp.** lime juice ### Instructions @@ -23,10 +23,10 @@ then press the Bean/Chili button (or Manual/Pressure Cook) and set the time to 35 minutes. 3. When the Instant Pot chimes, press Stop and allow the pressure to bleed off. - + 4. When the pressure is released, remove the lid. Add **lime juice** and stir, adding more **chipotle powder** to taste. - + 5. Use a handheld strainer to remove the beans. Save the liquid for adding to other recipes if desired. diff --git a/source/conversions.md b/source/conversions.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..1eb6535 --- /dev/null +++ b/source/conversions.md @@ -0,0 +1,101 @@ +# Conversions + +## General Units + +- 1 yard (yd) = 0.9144 m +- 1 meter (m) ≈ 1.094 yd ≈ 3.281 ft ≈ 39.37 in + +- 1 m3 = $\frac{1}{0.9144^3}$ yd3 ≈ 1.308 yd3 +- 1 m3 ≈ 4,226.753 cups + +- 1 pound (lb) = 0.45359237 kg +- 1 kilogram (kg) ≈ 2.2046226 lb ≈ 35.273962 oz + +## Kitchen Units + +- 1 cup = 16 tbsp. + +- 1 tsp. +- 1 tbsp. = 0.5 fl oz +- 1 cup = 8 fl oz + +- 1 pt. = 2 cups +- 1 qt. = 4 cups +- 1 gal = 16 cups + +- 1 gal = 231 in3 +- 1 cup = 14.4375 in3 + +## Substitutions + +- **1 tsp.** minced garlic ≈ **1** clove garlic, minced +- **1/4 cup** egg substitute ≈ **1** large egg, scrambled +- **3/4 cup** dry beans, soaked ≈ **15 oz** canned beans, drained + +3.80958825 + +## Weight $\leftrightarrow$ Volume + +Densities of foodstuffs are commonly reported in kg/m3. +To get to a useful unit of measure: + +$$ +\frac{1\ \text{kg}}{1\ \text{m}^3} \times +\frac{16\ \text{oz}}{0.45359237\ \text{kg}} \times +\frac{1\ \text{m}^3}{4226.753\ \text{cups}} \approx +\frac{0.0083454\ \text{oz}}{1\ \text{cup}} +$$ + +$$ +1\ \text{kg}\ \text{m}^{-3} \approx 0.0083454\ \text{oz}\ \text{cup}^{-1} +$$ + +The density of dry kidney beans is 750 kg/m3, +approximately 6.26 oz/cup. + +140 g/cup +5.079451 oz/cup + +> [!cite] [Can I Substitute Dried Beans for Canned?](https://www.seriouseats.com/is-there-a-ratio-for-converting-between-dried) +> The most common can size for beans is about 15 ounces, +> which, once drained, contains approximately 1.5 cups or 9 ounces of beans... +> So for a recipe that calls for one 15-ounce can of beans, +> you can cook 3/4 cup (4.5 ounces) of the dried version and be in the ballpark. +> Conversely, if a recipe calls for 1 cup of dried beans, +> you'll need to buy two 15-ounce cans +> to have the 2+ cups worth of cooked beans the recipe will eventually yield. + +(1) 15 oz can beans, drained = 9 oz cooked beans + +cooked beans ≅ dry beans, soaked overnight and drained + +16 oz dry beans = 37-52 oz cooked beans + +Cooked weight and volume of 16 oz (1 lb) of dry beans: + +| Type | Weight (oz) | Volume (cups) | +| :-------------- | ----------: | ------------: | +| Pinto | 37 | 6.5 | +| Black | 37 | 7.0 | +| Red Kidney | 39 | 6.5 | +| Cannellini | 40 | 6.5 | +| Black-Eyed Peas | 45 | 6.5 | +| Chickpeas | 52 | 7.0 | + +Equivalent dry weight and volume per 15 oz can: + +| Type | Weight (oz) | Weight (g) | Volume @ 140 g/cup* (cups) | +| :-------------- | ----------: | ---------: | -------------------------: | +| Pinto | 3.9 | 110 | 0.79 | +| Black | 3.9 | 110 | 0.79 | +| Red Kidney | 3.7 | 105 | 0.75 | +| Cannellini | 3.6 | 102 | 0.73 | +| Black-Eyed Peas | 3.2 | 91 | 0.65 | +| Chickpeas | 2.8 | 79 | 0.56 | + +\*per Publix pinto beans serving size + +$$ +\frac{9\ \text{oz cooked beans}}{1\ \text{15 oz can beans}} \times +\frac{16\ \text{oz dry beans}}{37-52\ \text{oz cooked beans}} +$$ diff --git a/source/eggroll-in-a-bowl.md b/source/eggroll-in-a-bowl.md index 3fcb206..3a312af 100644 --- a/source/eggroll-in-a-bowl.md +++ b/source/eggroll-in-a-bowl.md @@ -2,18 +2,18 @@ ## Ingredients -* **1 lb** ground pork or turkey -* **1 tbsp** sesame oil -* **1 tbsp** minced garlic -* **1 tbsp** minced ginger +* **1 lb** ground pork, beef, or turkey +* **1 tbsp.** sesame oil +* **1 tbsp.** minced garlic +* **1 tbsp.** minced ginger * **8 oz** mushrooms, finely diced * **1/2** white or yellow onion, diced * **1/4 cup** low-sodium soy sauce -* **1 tbsp** fish sauce +* **1 tbsp.** fish sauce * **12-16 oz** cole slaw mix (1 package) -* **2 tbsp** rice wine vinegar -* **1 tbsp** hoisin sauce -* **1 tbsp** sriracha or gochujang +* **2 tbsp.** rice wine vinegar +* **1 tbsp.** hoisin sauce +* **1 tbsp.** sriracha or gochujang ## Directions @@ -36,4 +36,3 @@ Stir in the **hoisin sauce** and **sriracha or gochujang**. 7. Serve with wonton strips or over rice. - diff --git a/source/french-toast.md b/source/french-toast.md index bfe314c..9479d9a 100644 --- a/source/french-toast.md +++ b/source/french-toast.md @@ -6,9 +6,9 @@ - **2/3 cup** milk - **1/4 cup** all-purpose flour - **1/4 cup** granulated sugar -- **1/4 tsp** salt -- **1 tsp** ground cinnamon -- **1 tsp** vanilla extract +- **1/4 tsp.** salt +- **1 tsp.** ground cinnamon +- **1 tsp.** vanilla extract - **8** thick slices bread ## Instructions diff --git a/source/goulash.md b/source/goulash.md index c99eb29..0311ecc 100644 --- a/source/goulash.md +++ b/source/goulash.md @@ -2,7 +2,7 @@ ## Ingredients -* 1 tbsp olive oil +* 1 tbsp. olive oil * 1 yellow onion, diced * 4 cloves garlic, minced * 2 bell peppers, diced @@ -10,16 +10,19 @@ * 1/2 cup red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon) * 28 oz canned diced tomatoes (do not drain) * 15 oz canned tomato sauce -* 2 tbsp soy sauce -* 2 whole bay leaves -* 1/2 tsp dried oregano -* 1/2 tsp dried basil -* 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper +* 2 tbsp. soy sauce * 1/2 cup water * 8 oz elbow macaroni -* ? tsp table salt +* ? tsp. table salt -## Instructions +### Spices + +* 2 whole bay leaves +* 1/2 tsp. dried oregano +* 1/2 tsp. dried basil +* 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper + +## Instructions 1. Heat the **olive oil** in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the **onion** and **garlic** and sauté until the onions are translucent. @@ -29,8 +32,7 @@ 3. Add the **ground meat** and continue to sauté until the beef is cooked through. 4. Deglaze with the **red wine**. - Add the **diced tomatoes**, **tomato sauce**, **soy sauce**, **bay leaves**, - **oregano**, **basil**, **crushed red pepper**, and **water**. + Add the **diced tomatoes**, **tomato sauce**, **soy sauce**, **spices**, and **water**. Stir to combine, then cover and allow the sauce to come to a boil. Once boiling, turn down the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. @@ -40,4 +42,3 @@ 6. Remove from heat. Add salt and more to taste. Remove the bay leaves before serving. - diff --git a/source/granola.md b/source/granola.md index e566483..f2d8675 100644 --- a/source/granola.md +++ b/source/granola.md @@ -4,11 +4,11 @@ - **2 cups** old-fashioned rolled oats - **3/4 cup** raw nuts and/or seeds -- **1/2 tsp** fine-grain sea salt or standard table salt -- **1/4 tsp** ground cinnamon +- **1/2 tsp.** fine-grain sea salt or standard table salt +- **1/4 tsp.** ground cinnamon - **1/4 cup** melted coconut oil or olive oil - **1/4 cup** maple syrup or honey -- **1/2 tsp** vanilla extract +- **1/2 tsp.** vanilla extract - **1/4 cup** coconut flakes ## Instructions diff --git a/source/pad-thai.md b/source/pad-thai.md index 71d43ad..69b727d 100644 --- a/source/pad-thai.md +++ b/source/pad-thai.md @@ -1,11 +1,11 @@ # Pad Thai ## Ingredients - + ### For the Stir-Fry * **4 oz** dry brown rice noodles -* **2 tsp** sesame oil, extra virgin olive oil, or canola oil +* **2 tsp.** sesame oil, extra virgin olive oil, or canola oil * **8 oz** medium/large shrimp, peeled and deveined * **2** cloves garlic, minced * **2** large eggs or **1/2 cup** egg substitute @@ -30,12 +30,12 @@ ### For the Sauce -* **2 tbsp** fish sauce -* **1-1/2** tbsp rice vinegar -* **1 tbsp** low-sodium soy sauce -* **2 tbsp** water -* **1-3 tbsp** honey -* **1-3 tsp** ground chile sauce (sambal oelek) or chili garlic sauce +* **2 tbsp.** fish sauce +* **1-1/2** tbsp. rice vinegar +* **1 tbsp.** low-sodium soy sauce +* **2 tbsp.** water +* **1-3 tbsp.** honey +* **1-3 tsp.** ground chile sauce (sambal oelek) or chili garlic sauce #### Notes @@ -43,7 +43,7 @@ For spicier, add additional chili paste. ## Instructions - + 1. Cook the rice noodles until soft, but not mushy. Drain and rinse under cool water. @@ -76,6 +76,6 @@ in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. * To reheat: Warm in the microwave - with a splash of water or chicken broth + with a splash of water or chicken broth to keep the noodles from drying out. diff --git a/source/red-beans-and-rice.md b/source/red-beans-and-rice.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..4bb8245 --- /dev/null +++ b/source/red-beans-and-rice.md @@ -0,0 +1,57 @@ +# Red Beans and Rice + +## Ingredients + +- **1 lb** dry red beans, soaked overnight, drained, and rinsed +- **2 tbsp.** cooking oil +- **12-16** oz Andouille sausage, sliced into rounds +- **1** yellow onion, diced +- **1** green bell pepper, diced +- **3 ribs** celery, diced +- **4 cloves** garlic, minced +- **6 cups** water +- **1/4 cup** chopped parsley +- **1 tbsp.** salt + +### Spices + +- **2 tsp.** smoked paprika +- **1 tsp.** dried oregano +- **1 tsp.** dried thyme +- **1/2 tsp.** garlic powder +- **1/2 tsp.** onion powder +- **1/4 tsp.** cayenne pepper +- **1/4 tsp.** freshly cracked black pepper +- **2** bay leaves + +## Instructions + +1. Heat the **oil** in a large pot over medium heat. + Add the **sausage** and cook until browned. + Remove the sausage to a bowl and refrigerate. + +1. Add the **onion**, **bell pepper**, **celery**, and **garlic** to the pot. + Sauté over medium heat until the onions are soft. + +1. Add the **spices**. Stir and continue to sauté for another minute. + +1. Add the **beans** and **water**. Cover and bring to a boil. + +1. Once boiling, turn the heat down to medium-low and boil for one hour, stirring occasionally. + +1. Smash the beans against the side of the pot with the back of a spoon. + Continue smashing the beans while simmering uncovered for 30 minutes. + +1. Once the red beans have thickened, + add the sausage back to the pot along with the **parsley**. + Stir to combine. + +1. Serve hot with rice. + +## Notes + +- Makes 9 cups. + +- Because the rice is cooked separately, and (assuming leftovers) in multiple batches, + I've omitted it from this recipe. + I like 1/2 cup (dry) per serving. diff --git a/source/rice-pudding.md b/source/rice-pudding.md index 40501a5..f92c367 100644 --- a/source/rice-pudding.md +++ b/source/rice-pudding.md @@ -4,12 +4,12 @@ - **1 cup** dry rice - **1-1/4** cup water -- **1 tsp** salt -- **1 tsp** cinnamon +- **1 tsp.** salt +- **1 tsp.** cinnamon - **2 cups** milk - **2 eggs** or **1/2 cup** egg substitute - **3/4 cup** sugar -- **1-1/2 tsp** vanilla +- **1-1/2 tsp.** vanilla ## Instructions diff --git a/source/stroganoff.md b/source/stroganoff.md index 9a65b80..d318389 100644 --- a/source/stroganoff.md +++ b/source/stroganoff.md @@ -2,12 +2,12 @@ ### Ingredients -- **3 tbsp** extra-virgin olive oil, divided +- **3 tbsp.** extra-virgin olive oil, divided - **8 oz** crimini mushrooms, sliced - **1/2 cup** diced onion - **2 cloves** garlic, minced - **1 lb** ground beef or turkey -- **2 tsp** paprika +- **2 tsp.** paprika - **3-4 cups** low sodium beef broth - **8 oz** dry rotini - **1/2 cup** sour cream diff --git a/source/tuna-salad.md b/source/tuna-salad.md index b0749fd..ca597f2 100644 --- a/source/tuna-salad.md +++ b/source/tuna-salad.md @@ -1,18 +1,18 @@ # Tuna Salad -## Ingredients +## Ingredients - **20 oz** tuna packed in water, drained (**4** 5-oz cans) - **1 cup** mayonnaise -- **1/3 cup** celery finely chopped (about 1 rib) -- **2 tbsp** red onion, minced (about 2 small slices) -- **2 tbsp** sweet pickle or dill relish -- **1 tbsp** lemon juice +- **1** rib celery, finely chopped (about 1/3 cup) +- **2 tbsp.** red onion, minced (about 2 small slices) +- **2 tbsp.** sweet pickle or dill relish +- **1 tbsp.** lemon juice - **1** clove garlic, minced -- **1/2 tsp** table salt -- **1/4 tsp** black pepper, ground +- **1/2 tsp.** table salt +- **1/4 tsp.** black pepper, ground -## Instructions +## Instructions 1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine all ingredients.