Careme Recipes

Location: Quality Food Center - Factoria (3550 Factoria Blvd SE)

Pacific Rockfish Chowder with Potatoes & Leeks (Under 40 Minutes)

A cozy, 35-minute chowder that spotlights the big-value, sustainably caught Pacific rockfish on sale, plus November-fresh leeks and potatoes. Creamy yet light, dill-bright, and perfect for a chilly evening. Serves 2.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet Pacific Caught (sustainably sourced) 12 oz, cut into 1-inch pieces Sale $4.99/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic Russet Potatoes 12 oz (about 2 medium), peeled and 1/2-inch diced ~$1.79/lb
  • Organic Leeks 1 large (white & light green only), thinly sliced and rinsed well $5.49/lb
  • Organic Carrots Bunch 1 medium, small dice $2.99/bunch
  • Simple Truth Organic Garlic Bulbs 2 cloves, minced $2.79 (3 ct)
  • Unsalted butter 1.5 tbsp
  • Olive oil 1 tbsp
  • Low-sodium chicken broth 2 cups
  • Milk (2% or whole) 1.5 cups
  • Bay leaf 1
  • Simple Truth Organic Baby Dill 1 tbsp, chopped (plus more to taste) $2.79 / 0.5 oz
  • Kosher salt & black pepper To taste
  • Lemon wedges (optional) For serving

Instructions

  1. Prep the produce: Rinse leeks well to remove grit, then slice. Dice carrot and potatoes. Mince garlic. Chop dill. Cut rockfish into 1-inch pieces and pat dry.
  2. Build the aromatic base: Warm a medium pot over medium heat. Add butter and olive oil. Stir in leeks, carrot, and a pinch of salt; cook until leeks are silky and sweet, about 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  3. Simmer the vegetables: Add potatoes, bay leaf, and broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are just tender, 10–12 minutes.
  4. Finish with dairy and fish: Stir in milk and return to a gentle simmer (do not boil). Add rockfish and cook just until opaque and flaky, 5–7 minutes.
  5. Season and serve: Remove bay leaf. Stir in dill, taste, and season with salt and pepper. Rest 2 minutes to meld flavors. Ladle into bowls, garnish with extra dill, and serve with lemon wedges.

Health notes: About 500–550 calories per serving. High protein, moderate fat; rich in omega-3s and potassium. Use 1% milk to lighten, or add a pat of butter at the end for extra silk without heavy cream.

Drink pairing: Crisp Sauvignon Blanc or dry Riesling; choose a local bottling if available.

Peppercorn Top Round Steak with Roasted Acorn Squash (45 Minutes)

French-bistro vibes at home: peppercorn-crusted top round steak (on sale) with a quick pan sauce, paired with caramelized, roasted acorn squash—peak fall and weeknight fast. Serves 2.

Ingredients

  • Certified Angus Beef Choice Top Round Steak 12–14 oz (about 3/4–1 lb), 1 inch thick Sale $9.59/lb
  • Organic Acorn Squash 1 small (about 1.5 lb), seeded and cut into 8 wedges ~$1.99/lb
  • Organic Yellow Onion 1/2 medium, thinly sliced $1.99 each
  • Simple Truth Organic Garlic Bulbs 3 cloves, minced $2.79 (3 ct)
  • Coarsely crushed black peppercorns 1 tbsp (lightly crushed)
  • Kosher salt To taste
  • Olive oil 3 tbsp, divided
  • Unsalted butter 2 tbsp
  • Dijon mustard 1 tsp
  • Beef broth or water (plus optional splash of dry red wine) 1/2 cup (plus 2–3 tbsp wine if using)

Instructions

  1. Prep the steak: Bring steak to room temp for 15 minutes. Pat very dry. Season generously with salt and press the crushed peppercorns onto both sides.
  2. Roast the squash: Heat oven to 450°F. Toss acorn squash wedges with 1.5 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper on a sheet pan. Roast 22–25 minutes, flipping once, until caramelized and tender.
  3. Sear the steak: Heat a heavy skillet (cast iron ideal) over medium-high. Add 1 tbsp olive oil. Sear steak 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare (or to desired doneness). Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to rest 8–10 minutes.
  4. Make the pan sauce: Lower heat to medium. Add 1 tbsp butter, then onion; sauté until lightly browned, 2–3 minutes. Add garlic for 30 seconds. Deglaze with wine (if using) and broth, scraping up fond. Whisk in Dijon and remaining 1 tbsp butter; simmer to a glossy, spoon-coating consistency. Season to taste.
  5. Serve: Slice steak thinly against the grain. Plate with roasted acorn squash and spoon pan sauce over the steak.

Health notes: About 600–700 calories per serving. Leaner steak cut, roasted squash for fiber and beta-carotene. Gluten-free; use low-sodium broth.

Drink pairing: Medium-bodied red like Malbec or Cabernet Sauvignon; pick a local producer if possible.

Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Scampi over Roasted Spaghetti Squash & Kale (40 Minutes)

Bright, buttery lemon-garlic shrimp (on sale) over roasted spaghetti squash strands with a quick sauté of kale. Lighter than pasta scampi, just as satisfying. Serves 2.

Ingredients

  • Kroger Large Raw Shrimp, Peeled & Deveined, Tail Off (12 oz) 12 oz, thawed if frozen, patted dry Sale $6.99 / 12 oz
  • Organic Spaghetti Squash 1 medium (2.5–3 lb), halved and seeded ~$1.99/lb
  • Organic Kale 2 packed cups, chopped (thick stems removed) $2.99 / 16 oz
  • Simple Truth Organic Garlic Bulbs 4 cloves, thinly sliced $2.79 (3 ct)
  • Lemon 1 (zest and juice)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 tsp (or to taste)
  • Olive oil 3 tbsp
  • Unsalted butter 2 tbsp
  • Grated Parmesan (optional) 1/4 cup
  • Kosher salt & black pepper To taste

Instructions

  1. Roast the squash: Heat oven to 425°F. Rub cut sides with 1 tbsp olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on a lined sheet pan and roast 30–35 minutes, until the strands pull easily with a fork. Rest cut-side up to release steam.
  2. Prep the rest: Zest and juice the lemon. Chop kale. Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook the scampi: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add garlic and red pepper; cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp in a single layer; cook 1.5–2 minutes per side until just pink. Transfer shrimp to a bowl.
  4. Wilt the greens and finish the sauce: Add kale and a splash of water to the skillet; toss until just wilted, 1–2 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Stir in butter, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and half the zest. Return shrimp and any juices; toss to coat and season to taste.
  5. Plate: Use a fork to pull squash into spaghetti-like strands. Toss strands with a few spoonfuls of the pan sauce. Divide between two bowls, top with shrimp and kale, spoon over remaining sauce, finish with remaining zest and Parmesan if using.

Health notes: About 500–560 calories per serving. High protein, lower-carb swap for pasta; rich in vitamin A and C from squash and kale.

Drink pairing: Pinot Grigio or a crisp Pilsner; choose a local option if available.

Shopping list
  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet Pacific Caught (sustainably sourced) 12 oz, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • Simple Truth Organic Russet Potatoes 12 oz (about 2 medium), peeled and 1/2-inch diced
  • Organic Leeks 1 large (white & light green only), thinly sliced and rinsed well
  • Organic Carrots Bunch 1 medium, small dice
  • Simple Truth Organic Garlic Bulbs 2 cloves, minced, 3 cloves, minced, 4 cloves, thinly sliced
  • Unsalted butter 1.5 tbsp, 2 tbsp, 2 tbsp
  • Olive oil 1 tbsp, 3 tbsp, divided, 3 tbsp
  • Low-sodium chicken broth 2 cups
  • Milk (2% or whole) 1.5 cups
  • Bay leaf 1
  • Simple Truth Organic Baby Dill 1 tbsp, chopped (plus more to taste)
  • Kosher salt & black pepper To taste, To taste
  • Lemon wedges (optional) For serving
  • Certified Angus Beef Choice Top Round Steak 12–14 oz (about 3/4–1 lb), 1 inch thick
  • Organic Acorn Squash 1 small (about 1.5 lb), seeded and cut into 8 wedges
  • Organic Yellow Onion 1/2 medium, thinly sliced
  • Coarsely crushed black peppercorns 1 tbsp (lightly crushed)
  • Kosher salt To taste
  • Dijon mustard 1 tsp
  • Beef broth or water (plus optional splash of dry red wine) 1/2 cup (plus 2–3 tbsp wine if using)
  • Kroger Large Raw Shrimp, Peeled & Deveined, Tail Off (12 oz) 12 oz, thawed if frozen, patted dry
  • Organic Spaghetti Squash 1 medium (2.5–3 lb), halved and seeded
  • Organic Kale 2 packed cups, chopped (thick stems removed)
  • Lemon 1 (zest and juice)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 tsp (or to taste)
  • Grated Parmesan (optional) 1/4 cup

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