Careme Recipes

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Stovetop Seared Pork Loin with Mustard–Pear Pan Sauce + Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Russets

A cozy, bistro-style winter plate: juicy pork loin (major sale) seared on the stove, then napped with a quick mustard-pear pan sauce that feels fancy without being fussy. Crispy roasted Brussels sprouts and tender potatoes make it a full cold-weather dinner for two.

Ingredients

  • Kroger® Fresh Natural Pork Loin Boneless 12–14 oz $2.99/lb (sale)
  • Brussels sprouts 12 oz $3.99/lb
  • Organic russet potatoes 10–12 oz $2.29/lb
  • Fresh Large D’Anjou pear (or Bosc pear) 1 pear, cored and thin-sliced $1.99 each (sale)
  • Peruvian Gold sweet onion 1/2 medium, thin-sliced $5.49/3 lb bag
  • Simple Truth Organic® Garlic bulbs 2 cloves, minced $2.79/3 ct
  • Dijon mustard 1 1/2 Tbsp
  • Apple cider vinegar (or white wine vinegar) 2 tsp
  • Chicken broth (or water) 1/2 cup
  • Olive oil 2–3 Tbsp
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Optional: butter 1 tsp (to finish sauce)

Instructions

  1. Prep: Heat oven to 425°F. Trim Brussels sprouts and halve (quarter any large ones). Cut potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Pat pork dry; season all over with salt and pepper.
  2. Roast the sides: Toss Brussels sprouts with 1 Tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper. Toss potatoes separately with 1 Tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper. Spread on a sheet pan (or two pans) in a single layer. Roast until potatoes are tender and sprouts are browned, 25–35 minutes, tossing once halfway.
  3. Start the sauce base: While sides roast, thin-slice onion and pear; mince garlic.
  4. Sear the pork (stove): Heat a large skillet over medium-high with 1 Tbsp olive oil. Sear pork until well browned, 3–4 minutes per side (and brown edges if thick). Transfer pork to a plate to rest.
  5. Build the pan sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add onion with a pinch of salt; cook 2–3 minutes. Add garlic; stir 30 seconds. Add pear slices; cook 2 minutes.
  6. Deglaze + finish: Stir in Dijon and vinegar, then add broth, scraping up browned bits. Simmer until slightly syrupy, 3–5 minutes. Taste and season (pepper, a pinch of salt). Optional: whisk in 1 tsp butter for gloss.
  7. Slice + serve: Slice pork. Spoon pear-mustard sauce over the pork. Plate with roasted Brussels sprouts and potatoes.

Health notes: ~750–850 calories per serving. Moderately healthy: solid protein, lots of veg; keep sauce light by using broth vs. lots of butter (optional).

Drink pairing: Wine: Washington Chardonnay (Columbia Valley) works great with mustard + pear. Beer: a crisp Kölsch.

Chili-Lime Seared Rockfish with Charred Broccoli–Mushroom Sauté over Tender Potatoes

Fast, bright, and restaurant-y: rockfish (big sale) gets a quick chili-lime sear, while charred broccoli and buttery sautéed mushrooms turn into a warm “winter salsa” over potatoes. Great for a weeknight when you want bold flavor without heavy sauces.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet (Wild Caught Fresh) 12–14 oz total $5.99/lb (sale)
  • Organic russet potatoes 12 oz $2.29/lb
  • Broccoli crown 1 large crown (about 10–12 oz florets) $2.99/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic® Whole White Mushrooms (or sliced) 8 oz, sliced $3.99/8 oz or $5/16 oz
  • Organic Jumbo yellow onion 1/2 small, thin-sliced $2.19/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic® Garlic bulbs 2 cloves, minced $2.79/3 ct
  • Lime 1 (zest + juice)
  • Chili flakes (or chili powder) 1/2 tsp (to taste)
  • Smoked paprika (optional) 1/2 tsp
  • Olive oil 2–3 Tbsp
  • Butter (optional) 1 Tbsp
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep: Cut potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Cut broccoli into bite-size florets; thin-slice stems. Slice mushrooms and onion; mince garlic. Zest and juice the lime.
  2. Boil potatoes (stove): Add potatoes to a small pot, cover with salted water. Simmer until tender, 10–12 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
  3. Char the broccoli: Heat a large skillet (or grill pan) over high. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil and broccoli with a pinch of salt. Cook, tossing occasionally, until deeply browned in spots and crisp-tender, 4–6 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  4. Sauté mushrooms + onion: In the same skillet over medium-high, add 1 Tbsp olive oil (and optional butter). Add onion; cook 2 minutes. Add mushrooms and a pinch of salt; cook until browned and their liquid evaporates, 5–7 minutes. Stir in garlic, chili flakes, and optional smoked paprika for 30 seconds. Squeeze in half the lime juice; taste and adjust salt/pepper. Fold in charred broccoli and keep warm off heat.
  5. Sear the rockfish: Pat fish dry; season with salt, pepper, and lime zest. Wipe skillet, then heat 1 Tbsp olive oil over medium-high. Sear fish until browned and just cooked through, about 2–3 minutes per side (depending on thickness). Finish with remaining lime juice.
  6. Serve: Pile potatoes on plates, spoon warm broccoli-mushroom mixture over (it’s your “warm salsa”), and top with the seared rockfish.

Health notes: ~650–780 calories per serving. Healthy: lean fish + lots of veg; potatoes add satisfying carbs. Keep oil moderate for lighter calories.

Drink pairing: Wine: WA Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris. Beer: a citrusy pale ale.

Mediterranean Lamb Lettuce-Wrap Burgers with Cucumber–Dill Yogurt Sauce + Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

A fun, different weeknight: juicy lamb burgers (ground lamb on sale) seasoned with cumin and garlic, grilled or stovetop-seared, then tucked into crisp romaine with a quick cucumber-dill yogurt sauce. Sweet potato wedges roast alongside for that fry-night feel—lighter and fresher.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth® Natural Ground Lamb 12 oz $9.99/lb (sale)
  • Organic Romaine Lettuce 1 package (use the largest leaves for wraps) $3.50 (sale)
  • Organic long English cucumber (or organic cucumber) 1/2 large cucumber, grated or finely diced $3.99 (or $1.49)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Baby Dill 2 Tbsp chopped $2.79/0.5 oz
  • Organic sweet potato (or white sweet potato) 1 medium (about 12–14 oz), cut into wedges $2.49/lb (or $2.79/lb)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Garlic bulbs 2 cloves, minced (1 for burgers, 1 for sauce) $2.79/3 ct
  • Organic jumbo red onion 1/4 onion, very thin-sliced $2.49/lb
  • Plain yogurt (Greek preferred) 1/2 cup
  • Lemon 1/2 (juice)
  • Ground cumin 1 tsp
  • Ground coriander (optional) 1/2 tsp
  • Olive oil 1–2 Tbsp
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Optional: smoked paprika or chili flakes pinch

Instructions

  1. Prep + roast: Heat oven to 425°F. Toss sweet potato wedges with 1 Tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional paprika/chili. Roast on a sheet pan until browned and tender, 25–30 minutes, flipping once.
  2. Make the cucumber-dill sauce: In a bowl, mix yogurt, cucumber, dill, 1 minced garlic clove, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside (it gets better as it sits).
  3. Mix lamb patties: In a bowl, combine ground lamb, cumin, optional coriander, 1 minced garlic clove, 3/4 tsp salt, and black pepper. Form into 2 large patties (or 3 smaller). Press a slight dimple in the center of each.
  4. Cook burgers (grill or stove): Grill over medium-high (or sear in a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high) until nicely browned and cooked to your liking, about 3–4 minutes per side for medium (adjust for thickness). Rest 3 minutes.
  5. Build wraps: Separate romaine leaves (use 2–3 leaves per person). Add thin-sliced red onion, place burger on top, spoon over cucumber-dill sauce.
  6. Serve: Plate with sweet potato wedges and extra sauce for dipping.

Health notes: ~700–900 calories per serving (depends on bun vs. lettuce wrap and wedge portion). Moderately healthy: great protein, lots of fresh crunch; lamb is richer, so balance with yogurt sauce and veg-forward serving.

Drink pairing: Wine: Washington Syrah (peppery + lamb-friendly). Beer: a dry amber ale or pilsner.

Shopping list
  • Kroger® Fresh Natural Pork Loin Boneless 12–14 oz
  • Brussels sprouts 12 oz
  • Organic russet potatoes 10–12 oz, 12 oz
  • Fresh Large D’Anjou pear (or Bosc pear) 1 pear, cored and thin-sliced
  • Peruvian Gold sweet onion 1/2 medium, thin-sliced
  • Simple Truth Organic® Garlic bulbs 2 cloves, minced, 2 cloves, minced, 2 cloves, minced (1 for burgers, 1 for sauce)
  • Dijon mustard 1 1/2 Tbsp
  • Apple cider vinegar (or white wine vinegar) 2 tsp
  • Chicken broth (or water) 1/2 cup
  • Olive oil 2–3 Tbsp, 2–3 Tbsp, 1–2 Tbsp
  • Salt & black pepper to taste, to taste, to taste
  • Optional: butter 1 tsp (to finish sauce)
  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet (Wild Caught Fresh) 12–14 oz total
  • Broccoli crown 1 large crown (about 10–12 oz florets)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Whole White Mushrooms (or sliced) 8 oz, sliced
  • Organic Jumbo yellow onion 1/2 small, thin-sliced
  • Lime 1 (zest + juice)
  • Chili flakes (or chili powder) 1/2 tsp (to taste)
  • Smoked paprika (optional) 1/2 tsp
  • Butter (optional) 1 Tbsp
  • Simple Truth® Natural Ground Lamb 12 oz
  • Organic Romaine Lettuce 1 package (use the largest leaves for wraps)
  • Organic long English cucumber (or organic cucumber) 1/2 large cucumber, grated or finely diced
  • Simple Truth Organic® Baby Dill 2 Tbsp chopped
  • Organic sweet potato (or white sweet potato) 1 medium (about 12–14 oz), cut into wedges
  • Organic jumbo red onion 1/4 onion, very thin-sliced
  • Plain yogurt (Greek preferred) 1/2 cup
  • Lemon 1/2 (juice)
  • Ground cumin 1 tsp
  • Ground coriander (optional) 1/2 tsp
  • Optional: smoked paprika or chili flakes pinch

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