Tuna and canned beans are pantry staples, and capers and Kalamata olives both last a LONG time in the refrigerator. This is fast food personified!

Serves 2

The best way to make delicious and creamy cannellini beans from dried

Prep Time 10 minutes | Cook Time 2 hours

Equipment

1 dutch oven with lid or a heavy bottom pot with lid.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs dried cannellini beans
8 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
2 bay leaves
1 head of garlic
water to cover the beans in pot
1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste

Instructions

Mushroom Pâté With Cream Cheese

A traditional pâté is a savory spread derived from the French word paste. Typically it is made from organ meats such as pork liver or chicken liver, but in this case mushrooms make an excellent substitution! This version is made with firm raw mushrooms and is loaded with savory flavor, texture and fresh herb and lemon taste. 

An alternate version of this easy mushroom pâté is to season with thyme, and frying the mushrooms, before blending up fast in a food processor. 

This pizza is great for those who want a change from ordinary pizza, either with naan or Greek pita flatbreads

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 6 mins | Total Time: 16 mins

When cherry tomatoes are in season they will make a welcome colourful addition. For now a bit of tomato paste does the job.

 

Gnocchi with white beans pairs pan-seared potato dumplings with creamy cannellinis, tomatoes and spinach, and ties them together with melty mozzarella and Parmesan.

 

🧈🌿 ** Dill Butter Salmon Bowl**

1) Cook the salmon

• Pan, medium heat
• Butter (use it generously)
• 3–4 min per side
• Remove

2) Build the dill butter (same pan, low heat)

• Add another knob of butter
• Toss in fresh dill (chopped or torn)
• Pinch salt
• Optional: quick squeeze of lemon if it’s nearby

Swirl ~30 seconds. Keep it glossy, not browned.

Now this is a moment worth showing up for. Butter + basil + salmon is already halfway to something that feels intentional.

Let’s do a Gourmet Cheat. Minimal effort, maximum “I meant to do that.”

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🧈🌿 Basil Butter Finish (the cheat code)

Step 1 — Cook your salmon

• Pan, medium heat
• Butter or oil
• 3–4 min per side
• Remove from pan

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Step 2 — Make the “sauce” (this is the magic)

In the same pan, low heat:

This is the best I can recall of the original recipe from Whole Foods For the Whole Family. I wonder if Linda Mellway is on Facebook. I could ask her!

Parker votes keep it like this! Give the recipe to my dad ❤️

Introduction

This recipe is a delicious and flavorful combination of slow-roasted salmon and Mexican creamed corn, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner with family and friends. The combination of tender salmon, sweet corn, and tangy crema creates a delightful taste experience that is sure to impress.