Mar 102017
Coliflor Con Pollo

Greetings, friends!  I’ve been AWOL for awhile- just so busy!  Happy changes are a-comin my way, though… I have a new job and don’t even have to leave Pittsburgh, which I really thought was going to happen for a minute there! ?

Just a quick announcement… I’ll be taking this blog in a new direction- I’m not making videos anymore.  Well, not often, unless there’s something that’s really technique-heavy.  To be honest, the time and planning that goes into creating and posting videos is just not jiving with my life right now and I don’t feel they’re absolutely necessary.  I’m going to continue with the recipes and photos –> fingers crossed for a new camera for Christmas!

Oh, and, I came across Christopher Boffoli’s portfolio while looking for tips on how to take better food photos.  It’s totally whimsical and absurd and I love it.

On to my Nom-Tastic recipe of the week!  ‘Cause I know you’re going to have tons of leftover turkey!  This is a great way to use up leftovers of all sorts- ham is essential- mine was pulled from the freezer while making room for some cowshare! I wish I could give credit for this recipe- I pulled the original (with rice) from some foodie site and passed it to my mom before trying it myself.  She froze some for me (it freezes well) and it was really good, so I tried it myself.

Coliflor Con Pollo

  • 1 recipe cauliflower rice (or what you have on hand!) – or 3 c. leftover rice
  • 3 c cooked chicken (or leftover turkey), shredded or cut into chunks
  • 1 c frozen peas
  • 1 c chopped ham (or 3/4 c chopped bacon, fried and crumbled)
  • 2 T butter or bacon fat
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp saffron (optional)
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 large tomato, chopped and drained
  • 2 c cheddar cheese, grated
  • 8-10 green olives, sliced

METHOD:

Heat 2 T of butter (or bacon fat if you are using bacon) in a large skillet. Add the diced onion, and once it begins to soften add the saffron and salt and stir thoroughly.

Transfer to a large bowl and combine with the cauliflower, peas, ham, green onion, chopped tomato, and chicken pieces.

Pour mixture into a 9 x 13 Pyrex baking dish.  Cover with the grated cheese and olives and bake for 25-30 minutes, until it is heated through and the cheese is
bubbling.

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Tags: cauliflower, gluten free, grain free, low carb, paleo, recipe, vegetables


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