Careme Recipes

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Chimichurri Strip Steak with Crispy Roasted Potatoes & Charred Broccoli

A quick, weeknight steakhouse vibe without the fuss: juicy grass-fed strip steak, a punchy chimichurri, and crispy roasted potatoes with charred broccoli on the side. Bright, herby, and deeply satisfying—yet still under an hour.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth® Natural Grass Fed Angus Beef Strip Steak (10 oz) 1 (10 oz) steak $16.49 (sale)
  • Organic Yukon Gold Potatoes (or Russet) 3/4 lb (about 2 medium), cut into 1-inch chunks $4.99 (3 lb) or $4.49 (3 lb)
  • Organic Broccoli Bunch 1/2–3/4 lb, cut into florets $3.49/lb
  • Organic Garlic 2 cloves, minced (or microplaned) $6.99/lb
  • Organic Ginger Root (optional) 1 tsp grated (optional, adds zip) $5.99/lb
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro (not listed) 1/2 cup, finely chopped
  • Red wine vinegar or lemon (not listed) 1 1/2 Tbsp vinegar or 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • Olive oil (not listed) 4 Tbsp, divided
  • Red pepper flakes (not listed) Pinch
  • Salt & black pepper (not listed) To taste

Instructions

  1. Prep: Heat oven to 450°F. Pat steak very dry; salt generously on both sides and let sit at room temp while you prep everything else.
  2. Prep potatoes: Toss potato chunks with 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, pepper. Spread on a sheet pan cut-side down. Roast 18 minutes.
  3. Prep broccoli: Toss florets with 1 Tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, pepper. After potatoes have roasted 18 minutes, add broccoli to the same pan (or a second pan) and roast 12–15 minutes more, until potatoes are crisp and broccoli is charred-tender.
  4. Make chimichurri: Mix chopped parsley/cilantro, garlic, (optional) ginger, vinegar/lemon, pinch red pepper flakes, and 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add a splash more oil if you want it looser.
  5. Cook steak (stove): Heat a skillet (cast iron ideal) over medium-high until very hot. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil. Sear steak 3–4 minutes, flip, sear 2–4 minutes more to your doneness (125–130°F for medium-rare).
  6. Rest & serve: Rest steak 5 minutes, slice against the grain. Spoon chimichurri over steak. Plate with roasted potatoes and broccoli.

Health notes: ~850–950 kcal per serving. Moderate indulgence (red meat + oil), balanced by lots of cruciferous veg. Great protein/iron; keep portions of chimichurri modest if watching calories.

Drink pairing: Washington pick: Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon (or any WA Columbia Valley Cab).

Pan-Seared Catfish with Lemon-Pickle Pan Sauce + Sautéed Mushrooms & Wilted Spinach

Fast, cozy, and a little fancy: pan-seared catfish with a lemony, caper-ish vibe (use briny pickles/olives if you don’t have capers), plus buttery sautéed mushrooms and garlicky wilted spinach. A light but satisfying Pacific Northwest winter dinner.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Catfish Fillet (never frozen; sustainably sourced) 3/4–1 lb total (2 fillets) $12.99/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic® Whole White Mushrooms (or sliced) 8 oz, sliced $3.79 (8 oz) or $5.00 (16 oz)
  • Organic Spinach 5–6 oz (about half a clamshell/bag) $3.49 (1 ct)
  • Organic Garlic 2 cloves, minced $6.99/lb
  • Lemon (not listed) 1 (zest + 2 Tbsp juice)
  • Butter (not listed) 2 Tbsp
  • Olive oil (not listed) 2 Tbsp, divided
  • Flour or cornstarch (not listed) 2 Tbsp (optional, for a light dredge)
  • Pickles or green olives (not listed) 2 Tbsp finely chopped (capers substitute)
  • Salt, pepper, smoked paprika (not listed) To taste

Instructions

  1. Prep: Pat catfish dry. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of smoked paprika. Optional: dust lightly with flour/cornstarch and shake off excess for a crisper crust.
  2. Sauté mushrooms (stove): Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil + 1 Tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high. Add mushrooms and a pinch of salt. Cook 6–8 minutes until browned; add half the garlic for the last 30 seconds. Scrape into a bowl.
  3. Wilt spinach: In the same skillet, add a splash of oil if dry. Add spinach, a pinch of salt, and toss 1–2 minutes until just wilted. Add to the mushrooms; keep warm.
  4. Sear catfish: Wipe skillet quickly if needed. Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil over medium-high. Sear catfish 3–4 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until opaque and flaky.
  5. Make quick pan sauce: Lower heat to medium. Add remaining 1 Tbsp butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped pickles/olives to the pan. Swirl 20–30 seconds; add a tablespoon of water if you want more sauce.
  6. Serve: Plate the mushroom–spinach mix and set catfish on top. Spoon pan sauce over. Great with extra lemon at the table.

Health notes: ~600–750 kcal per serving. Lean-ish fish + lots of greens; mushrooms add fiber. Watch butter/oil if you’re aiming lighter.

Drink pairing: Washington pick: Charles Smith “Kung Fu Girl” Riesling (WA) or a crisp WA Sauvignon Blanc.

Spiced Lamb Keema with Quick-Sautéed Cabbage over Crispy Skillet Potatoes

A bold, saucy skillet dinner inspired by Northern India: browned ground lamb in a warmly spiced tomato base, finished with quick sautéed cabbage and served over crisp-edged pan potatoes. Big flavor, pantry-friendly, and perfect for winter produce in Washington.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth® Natural Ground Lamb (1 lb) 1 lb $9.49 (sale)
  • Organic Green Cabbage (or Organic Red Cabbage) 1/2 small head (about 3–4 cups shredded) $2.49/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic® Russet Potatoes (or Yukon Gold) 3/4 lb (about 2 medium), cut into 1/2-inch cubes $4.49 (3 lb) or $4.99 (3 lb)
  • Organic Jumbo Yellow Onion (or red onion) 1 small, finely chopped $2.19/lb or $2.99/lb
  • Organic Garlic 3 cloves, minced $6.99/lb
  • Organic Ginger Root 1 Tbsp grated $5.99/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic® Roma Tomatoes (or any tomatoes) 1 1/2 cups chopped (or a 14–16 oz can if you have it) $3.99 (16 oz)
  • Olive oil or neutral oil (not listed) 3 Tbsp, divided
  • Ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, chili flakes (not listed) 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp coriander; 1/2 tsp turmeric; chili to taste
  • Garam masala (optional, not listed) 1 tsp to finish
  • Salt & black pepper (not listed) To taste
  • Plain yogurt or lemon (optional, not listed) For serving

Instructions

  1. Prep: Cube potatoes; shred cabbage; chop onion. Grate ginger and mince garlic.
  2. Crispy pan potatoes (stove): Heat 2 Tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add potatoes, season with salt and pepper. Cook 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and tender (add a splash of water and cover 2 minutes if they need help softening). Remove to a plate.
  3. Brown lamb: In the same skillet, add a touch more oil only if needed. Add lamb and cook 6–8 minutes, breaking it up, until well browned. If there’s a lot of fat, spoon some off.
  4. Build the masala: Add onion, cook 3 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, cook 30 seconds. Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili; toast 15 seconds.
  5. Simmer sauce: Add tomatoes plus 1/4 cup water. Scrape up browned bits. Simmer 6–8 minutes until saucy; season with salt and pepper. Optional: stir in garam masala at the end.
  6. Quick cabbage sauté: Push lamb mixture to one side of the skillet. Add shredded cabbage to the empty side with a pinch of salt and a splash of water; sauté 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender, then toss together with the lamb.
  7. Serve: Spoon lamb-and-cabbage keema over the crispy potatoes. Optional: top with yogurt or a squeeze of lemon.

Health notes: ~750–900 kcal per serving. Protein-forward with cabbage for fiber. Lamb is richer; you can drain excess fat after browning for a lighter result.

Drink pairing: Beer: a malty amber ale. Wine: WA Syrah (Columbia Valley) works beautifully with lamb and spices.

Shopping list
  • Simple Truth® Natural Grass Fed Angus Beef Strip Steak (10 oz) 1 (10 oz) steak
  • Organic Yukon Gold Potatoes (or Russet) 3/4 lb (about 2 medium), cut into 1-inch chunks
  • Organic Broccoli Bunch 1/2–3/4 lb, cut into florets
  • Organic Garlic 2 cloves, minced (or microplaned), 2 cloves, minced, 3 cloves, minced
  • Organic Ginger Root (optional) 1 tsp grated (optional, adds zip)
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro (not listed) 1/2 cup, finely chopped
  • Red wine vinegar or lemon (not listed) 1 1/2 Tbsp vinegar or 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • Olive oil (not listed) 4 Tbsp, divided, 2 Tbsp, divided
  • Red pepper flakes (not listed) Pinch
  • Salt & black pepper (not listed) To taste, To taste
  • Fresh Catfish Fillet (never frozen; sustainably sourced) 3/4–1 lb total (2 fillets)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Whole White Mushrooms (or sliced) 8 oz, sliced
  • Organic Spinach 5–6 oz (about half a clamshell/bag)
  • Lemon (not listed) 1 (zest + 2 Tbsp juice)
  • Butter (not listed) 2 Tbsp
  • Flour or cornstarch (not listed) 2 Tbsp (optional, for a light dredge)
  • Pickles or green olives (not listed) 2 Tbsp finely chopped (capers substitute)
  • Salt, pepper, smoked paprika (not listed) To taste
  • Simple Truth® Natural Ground Lamb (1 lb) 1 lb
  • Organic Green Cabbage (or Organic Red Cabbage) 1/2 small head (about 3–4 cups shredded)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Russet Potatoes (or Yukon Gold) 3/4 lb (about 2 medium), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • Organic Jumbo Yellow Onion (or red onion) 1 small, finely chopped
  • Organic Ginger Root 1 Tbsp grated
  • Simple Truth Organic® Roma Tomatoes (or any tomatoes) 1 1/2 cups chopped (or a 14–16 oz can if you have it)
  • Olive oil or neutral oil (not listed) 3 Tbsp, divided
  • Ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, chili flakes (not listed) 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp coriander; 1/2 tsp turmeric; chili to taste
  • Garam masala (optional, not listed) 1 tsp to finish
  • Plain yogurt or lemon (optional, not listed) For serving

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