Careme Recipes

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Sheet-Pan Rockfish with Roasted Winter Veg and Lemon-Dill Yogurt

A cozy Pacific Northwest sheet-pan dinner that makes the most of WA’s winter produce and a big-value seafood deal. Buttery rockfish roasts to flaky perfection alongside caramelized Brussels sprouts, carrots, and crispy russet wedges. A bright lemon-dill yogurt sauce ties it all together. Serves 2.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet (Wild Caught Fresh) 1 lb (two 8-oz fillets) $4.99/lb (sale; was $9.99)
  • Kroger Brussels Sprouts Halves 12 oz $3.99 for 12 oz
  • Organic Russet Potatoes 1 lb, cut into small wedges $1.79/lb
  • Organic Carrots (bunch) 2 medium, sliced 1/2-inch thick $2.99 per bunch
  • Simple Truth Organic Baby Dill 1 Tbsp, finely chopped $2.79 / 0.5 oz
  • Plain Greek yogurt 1/2 cup pantry
  • Lemon 1 (zest and juice) pantry
  • Garlic 1 small clove, grated pantry
  • Olive oil 3 Tbsp pantry
  • Kosher salt & black pepper to taste pantry
  • Smoked paprika (optional) 1/2 tsp pantry

Instructions

  1. Prep and preheat: Heat oven to 450Β°F. Place a large sheet pan inside to preheat for extra-crispy veggies.
  2. Start the potatoes: Toss potato wedges with 1 Tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Carefully spread on the hot sheet pan. Roast 10 minutes.
  3. Add winter veg: In a bowl, toss Brussels sprouts and carrot slices with 1 Tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add to the pan with potatoes, stirring to redistribute. Roast 12–15 minutes until edges are caramelized.
  4. Make the lemon-dill yogurt: In a small bowl, combine yogurt, lemon zest, 1–2 tsp lemon juice, grated garlic, dill, a pinch of salt, and 1 tsp olive oil. Adjust lemon/salt to taste and set aside.
  5. Season the rockfish: Pat fillets dry. Drizzle lightly with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using).
  6. Roast the fish: Push vegetables to make space and lay rockfish on the sheet pan. Roast 8–10 minutes, until fish flakes easily and reaches 135–140Β°F internal temperature.
  7. Serve: Divide roasted potatoes and veg between two plates, top with rockfish, and spoon lemon-dill yogurt over or alongside. Serve remaining lemon wedges for squeezing.

Health notes: About 600–650 calories per serving. High in protein and omega-3s; rich in fiber and micronutrients from winter veg. Yogurt sauce keeps it lighter than butter-based sauces.

Drink pairing: Washington dry Riesling or Sauvignon Blanc. Try Chateau Ste. Michelle Dry Riesling (Woodinville, WA).

Grilled Lamb Loin Chops with Charred Baby Bok Choy and Lemon-Herb Couscous

Juicy, flame-kissed lamb chops meet tender grilled baby bok choy for a fast, festive dinner with Mediterranean notes. A fluffy lemon-herb couscous rounds out the plate. Leans on a solid lamb chop sale and hardy, in-season WA greens. Serves 2.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth Natural Lamb Loin Chops 1 lb (about 4 small chops) $13.49/lb (sale; was $15.99)
  • Organic Baby Bok Choy 1 lb, halved lengthwise $2.99/lb
  • Garlic 3 cloves, minced pantry
  • Fresh rosemary (or dried) 1 Tbsp fresh (or 1 tsp dried), chopped pantry
  • Lemon 1 (zest and juice, plus wedges) pantry
  • Olive oil 3 Tbsp, divided pantry
  • Kosher salt & black pepper to taste pantry
  • Red pepper flakes (optional) pinch for bok choy pantry
  • Couscous 3/4 cup dry pantry
  • Low-sodium chicken broth or water 3/4 cup pantry
  • Parsley (or dill) 2 Tbsp, chopped pantry

Instructions

  1. Marinate lamb: In a bowl, combine 2 Tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, lemon zest, 1/2 tsp salt, and black pepper. Coat lamb chops and let sit 15 minutes at room temp while you heat the grill.
  2. Preheat grill: Heat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high. Oil the grates/pan lightly.
  3. Prep bok choy: Halve lengthwise. Drizzle with 1 Tbsp olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like heat.
  4. Grill lamb: Sear chops 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temp ~130Β°F), or to desired doneness. Transfer to a plate and rest 5 minutes. Squeeze a little lemon juice over the top.
  5. Grill bok choy: Place cut-side down 2–3 minutes until lightly charred and tender-crisp. Flip for 1 minute more. Finish with a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of salt.
  6. Make quick couscous (stove): Bring broth to a boil in a small pot. Stir in couscous, cover, remove from heat, and rest 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in parsley, a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, salt, and pepper.
  7. Serve: Plate couscous, add grilled bok choy and lamb chops. Garnish with lemon wedges.

Health notes: About 700–800 calories per serving. High-quality protein and iron from lamb; bok choy adds calcium and vitamins A/C. Choose whole-wheat couscous for extra fiber if desired.

Drink pairing: Washington Syrah or Cabernet Sauvignon. Try Columbia Crest H3 Cabernet (Horse Heaven Hills).

Thai Basil Coconut Mussels with Shiitake and Leeks over Rice

A fragrant, Thai-inspired pot of mussels in coconut-curry broth with leeks and shiitake, spooned over fluffy jasmine rice. Big savings on fresh mussels and a fast, warming dinner for cold WA nights. Serves 2.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Wild Mussels (never frozen; sustainably sourced) 2 lb, scrubbed and debearded $4.99/lb (sale; was $12.99)
  • Simple Truth Organic Thai Basil 1/3 cup leaves, torn $2.79 / 0.5 oz
  • Simple Truth Organic Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms 5 oz $5.99 / 5 oz
  • Leek 1 large, white and light green parts thinly sliced ~$2.75 for ~1/2 lb (at $5.49/lb)
  • Organic Ginger Root 1 Tbsp, finely minced $5.99/lb
  • Garlic 2 cloves, minced pantry
  • Red curry paste 1–1.5 Tbsp (to taste) pantry
  • Coconut milk 1 (13–14 oz) can pantry
  • Fish sauce 1–2 tsp, to taste pantry
  • Lime 1 (zest and juice) pantry
  • Neutral oil 1 Tbsp pantry
  • Jasmine rice 3/4 cup dry (about 2 cups cooked) pantry
  • Kosher salt to taste pantry

Instructions

  1. Rinse and sort mussels: Scrub, debeard, and discard any cracked shells or ones that don’t close when tapped.
  2. Cook rice (stove): Rinse rice. Combine with 1.25 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce to low, and cook 12 minutes. Rest off heat 5 minutes, fluff.
  3. Start the broth: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, warm oil. SautΓ© leek with a pinch of salt 3–4 minutes until softened. Add ginger and garlic; cook 30 seconds.
  4. Add curry and liquids: Stir in red curry paste; cook 30 seconds. Pour in coconut milk, 1/2 cup water, fish sauce, and lime zest. Bring to a lively simmer.
  5. Steam mussels: Add mussels, cover, and cook 5–6 minutes, shaking the pot once or twice, until most shells have opened. Discard any that remain closed.
  6. Finish: Stir in shiitake and Thai basil; simmer uncovered 1–2 minutes to soften mushrooms and infuse herbs. Add lime juice to taste and adjust fish sauce/salt.
  7. Serve: Spoon rice into bowls, ladle mussels and plenty of broth over the top. Garnish with extra basil and lime wedges if desired.

Health notes: About 600–700 calories per serving (with rice). Mussels are lean and rich in iron, zinc, and B12. To lighten, use light coconut milk and reduce rice portion.

Drink pairing: Off-dry Washington Riesling (spice-friendly). Try Eroica Riesling (Columbia Valley). A crisp local pilsner also works.

Shopping list
  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet (Wild Caught Fresh) 1 lb (two 8-oz fillets)
  • Kroger Brussels Sprouts Halves 12 oz
  • Organic Russet Potatoes 1 lb, cut into small wedges
  • Organic Carrots (bunch) 2 medium, sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • Simple Truth Organic Baby Dill 1 Tbsp, finely chopped
  • Plain Greek yogurt 1/2 cup
  • Lemon 1 (zest and juice), 1 (zest and juice, plus wedges)
  • Garlic 1 small clove, grated, 3 cloves, minced, 2 cloves, minced
  • Olive oil 3 Tbsp, 3 Tbsp, divided
  • Kosher salt & black pepper to taste, to taste
  • Smoked paprika (optional) 1/2 tsp
  • Simple Truth Natural Lamb Loin Chops 1 lb (about 4 small chops)
  • Organic Baby Bok Choy 1 lb, halved lengthwise
  • Fresh rosemary (or dried) 1 Tbsp fresh (or 1 tsp dried), chopped
  • Red pepper flakes (optional) pinch for bok choy
  • Couscous 3/4 cup dry
  • Low-sodium chicken broth or water 3/4 cup
  • Parsley (or dill) 2 Tbsp, chopped
  • Fresh Wild Mussels (never frozen; sustainably sourced) 2 lb, scrubbed and debearded
  • Simple Truth Organic Thai Basil 1/3 cup leaves, torn
  • Simple Truth Organic Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms 5 oz
  • Leek 1 large, white and light green parts thinly sliced
  • Organic Ginger Root 1 Tbsp, finely minced
  • Red curry paste 1–1.5 Tbsp (to taste)
  • Coconut milk 1 (13–14 oz) can
  • Fish sauce 1–2 tsp, to taste
  • Lime 1 (zest and juice)
  • Neutral oil 1 Tbsp
  • Jasmine rice 3/4 cup dry (about 2 cups cooked)
  • Kosher salt to taste

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