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Grilled Lamb Kofta with Herbed Couscous and Carrot-Apple Salad (Grill or Broil)

Juicy, spice-kissed lamb kofta seared over flame and tucked beside lemony couscous with a crunchy carrot-apple salad and tangy yogurt. Big flavor, fast weeknight timing. Serves 2.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truthยฎ Natural Ground Lamb 10 oz (use from 1 lb pack) $9.49 (sale, 1 lb pack)
  • Yellow onion, grated 1/4 cup
  • Garlic 2 cloves, minced
  • Fresh parsley or mint 2 tbsp, chopped
  • Ground cumin 1 tsp
  • Ground coriander 1 tsp
  • Smoked paprika 1/2 tsp
  • Kosher salt & black pepper 3/4 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper
  • Olive oil 1.5 tbsp, divided
  • Wooden or metal skewers 4 small
  • Couscous 1/2 cup dry
  • Low-sodium broth or boiling water 3/4 cup
  • Lemon 1 (zest and juice)
  • Fresh parsley 1 tbsp, chopped (for couscous)
  • Carrots 2 medium, shredded
  • Crisp WA apple 1 small, matchsticks
  • Honey 1/2 tsp
  • Plain Greek yogurt 1/3 cup
  • Extra garlic for sauce 1 small clove, grated
  • Salt for couscous/salad/sauce Pinch each

Instructions

  1. If using wooden skewers, soak in water 10 minutes. In a bowl, mix lamb, grated onion, garlic, herbs, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, and 1 tsp olive oil. Form 4 short logs and thread onto skewers. Chill 10 minutes to firm.
  2. Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high (or set oven broiler to high, rack 6 inches from heat).
  3. Couscous: Put couscous in a bowl. Pour in boiling broth/water, cover 5 minutes, then fluff. Stir in lemon zest, 1โ€“2 tsp lemon juice, parsley, 1 tsp olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Salad: Toss carrots and apple with 1โ€“2 tsp lemon juice, 1 tsp olive oil, honey, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
  5. Yogurt sauce: Stir yogurt with 1 tsp lemon juice, grated garlic, and a pinch of salt.
  6. Cook kofta 3โ€“4 minutes per side (7โ€“8 minutes total) until well browned and 160ยฐF internal. Rest 3 minutes.
  7. Serve kofta over couscous with carrot-apple salad and dollops of lemon yogurt.

Health notes: Approx 680โ€“720 calories per serving. High-protein; fiber from carrots and apple. To lighten, use whole-wheat couscous and 8 oz lamb total.

Drink pairing: Grenache or a GSM blend from Washington; non-alcoholic: hot mint tea with lemon.

One-Pan Bison, Sweet Potato & Kale Chili (Stovetop)

Comforting, hearty chili that stays bright and fresh thanks to lime and kale. Lean bison, sweet potato, and black beans make a complete, weeknight-friendly one-pan meal. Serves 2.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truthโ„ข 90% Lean Natural Ground Bison 12 oz (use from 16 oz pack) $11.49 (sale, 16 oz pack)
  • Olive oil 1 tbsp
  • Yellow onion 1 small, diced
  • Garlic 3 cloves, minced
  • Sweet potato 1 medium (about 12 oz), 1/2-inch dice
  • Chili powder 1.5 tbsp
  • Ground cumin 1 tsp
  • Smoked paprika 1 tsp
  • Dried oregano 1/2 tsp
  • Kosher salt & black pepper 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper (plus to taste)
  • Diced tomatoes 1 can (14.5 oz)
  • Black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (15 oz)
  • Low-sodium beef or chicken broth 1 cup
  • Kale, chopped 2 packed cups
  • Lime 1, cut into wedges
  • Optional toppings Greek yogurt or sour cream, cilantro, shredded cheddar

Instructions

  1. In a Dutch oven over medium-high, heat oil. Add bison, season with half the salt, and brown 4โ€“5 minutes, breaking up; spoon off excess fat if needed.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and sweet potato; cook 4 minutes, stirring.
  3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano; toast 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add tomatoes, black beans, broth, remaining salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 15 minutes, stirring once, until sweet potato is tender.
  5. Stir in kale; simmer uncovered 5 minutes to wilt and thicken. Adjust seasoning. Squeeze in a lime wedge.
  6. Ladle into bowls and add desired toppings.

Health notes: Approx 580โ€“620 calories per serving. High protein and fiber; vitamin A from sweet potato and vitamin K from kale. Keep sodium moderate by using low-sodium beans/broth.

Drink pairing: American amber ale or IPA; red Zinfandel also pairs well.

Sheet-Pan Chicken Thighs with Apple, Fennel & Potatoes (Oven)

Golden, crackly-skinned chicken thighs roast with peak-season WA apples, fennel, and potatoes on one sheet. A quick Dijon-thyme pan sauce ties it all together. Serves 2.

Ingredients

  • DRAPER VALLEY FARMSยฎ Bone-In Chicken Thighs 1.25 lb (2โ€“3 thighs) $3.79/lb (sale)
  • Baby Yukon gold potatoes 3/4 lb, halved
  • Fennel bulb 1 medium, cored and 1/2-inch slices (reserve fronds)
  • Crisp WA apple (e.g., Honeycrisp) 1 large, wedged
  • Olive oil 2 tbsp, divided
  • Dijon mustard 1 tbsp for rub + 1 tsp for sauce
  • Fresh thyme (or dried) 1 tbsp leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
  • Garlic 2 cloves, minced
  • Kosher salt & black pepper 1.25 tsp salt, 3/4 tsp pepper total
  • Apple cider or chicken stock 1/3 cup
  • Butter (optional) 1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425ยฐF. On a rimmed sheet pan, toss potatoes, fennel, and apple with 1.5 tbsp oil and 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper. Spread in an even layer.
  2. Pat chicken dry. Mix remaining 1/2 tbsp oil with 1 tbsp Dijon, thyme, garlic, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper; rub over chicken. Nestle chicken skin-side up among the veg.
  3. Roast 35โ€“40 minutes until chicken is 175ยฐF at the thickest part and potatoes are tender. For extra-crisp skin, broil 1โ€“2 minutes at the end.
  4. Transfer chicken and veg to plates. Place the hot sheet pan over 1โ€“2 burners on medium (or scrape drippings into a skillet). Add cider/stock and 1 tsp Dijon; scrape up browned bits and simmer 2โ€“3 minutes. Whisk in butter (optional). Season to taste.
  5. Spoon pan sauce over chicken and garnish with chopped fennel fronds.

Health notes: Approx 600โ€“650 calories per serving. Balanced protein with fiber-rich veg; remove skin post-roast to reduce fat if desired.

Drink pairing: Dry Washington hard cider or a crisp white like Chenin Blanc; beer: pilsner.

Shopping list
  • Simple Truthยฎ Natural Ground Lamb 10 oz (use from 1 lb pack)
  • Yellow onion, grated 1/4 cup
  • Garlic 2 cloves, minced, 3 cloves, minced, 2 cloves, minced
  • Fresh parsley or mint 2 tbsp, chopped
  • Ground cumin 1 tsp, 1 tsp
  • Ground coriander 1 tsp
  • Smoked paprika 1/2 tsp, 1 tsp
  • Kosher salt & black pepper 3/4 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper (plus to taste), 1.25 tsp salt, 3/4 tsp pepper total
  • Olive oil 1.5 tbsp, divided, 1 tbsp, 2 tbsp, divided
  • Wooden or metal skewers 4 small
  • Couscous 1/2 cup dry
  • Low-sodium broth or boiling water 3/4 cup
  • Lemon 1 (zest and juice)
  • Fresh parsley 1 tbsp, chopped (for couscous)
  • Carrots 2 medium, shredded
  • Crisp WA apple 1 small, matchsticks
  • Honey 1/2 tsp
  • Plain Greek yogurt 1/3 cup
  • Extra garlic for sauce 1 small clove, grated
  • Salt for couscous/salad/sauce Pinch each
  • Simple Truthโ„ข 90% Lean Natural Ground Bison 12 oz (use from 16 oz pack)
  • Yellow onion 1 small, diced
  • Sweet potato 1 medium (about 12 oz), 1/2-inch dice
  • Chili powder 1.5 tbsp
  • Dried oregano 1/2 tsp
  • Diced tomatoes 1 can (14.5 oz)
  • Black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (15 oz)
  • Low-sodium beef or chicken broth 1 cup
  • Kale, chopped 2 packed cups
  • Lime 1, cut into wedges
  • Optional toppings Greek yogurt or sour cream, cilantro, shredded cheddar
  • DRAPER VALLEY FARMSยฎ Bone-In Chicken Thighs 1.25 lb (2โ€“3 thighs)
  • Baby Yukon gold potatoes 3/4 lb, halved
  • Fennel bulb 1 medium, cored and 1/2-inch slices (reserve fronds)
  • Crisp WA apple (e.g., Honeycrisp) 1 large, wedged
  • Dijon mustard 1 tbsp for rub + 1 tsp for sauce
  • Fresh thyme (or dried) 1 tbsp leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
  • Apple cider or chicken stock 1/3 cup
  • Butter (optional) 1 tbsp

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