Careme Recipes

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

Herb-Crusted Lamb Loin Chops with Warm Golden Beet Salad, Charred Asparagus & Crisp Yukon Potatoes

A more elegant dinner-party main built around lamb chops with a glossy Pinot-friendly profile, plus sweet roasted golden beets and asparagus for an early-March Washington feel.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth® Natural Lamb Loin Chops about 2.25 lb $15.99/lb sale
  • Golden Beets 2 lb $2.69/lb
  • Green Asparagus 1.5 lb $4.99/lb sale
  • Shallots 2 medium $4.49/lb
  • Garlic 1 bulb $1.50 each
  • Fresh lemons 2 $1.69 each organic / bag available
  • Parsley 1 bunch $1.69 each
  • Fresh rosemary or rosemary pantry equivalent small amount $2.79 if buying fresh
  • Yukon Gold Potatoes 1.5 lb $1.49/lb

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Scrub 2 lb golden beets, wrap loosely in foil with oil and salt, and roast 40–50 minutes until tender. On a second pan, roast 1.5 lb Yukon gold potatoes cut into chunks with olive oil, salt, pepper, and 1 sliced shallot until crisp, 30–35 minutes.
  2. Marinate about 2.25 lb lamb loin chops with 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, 2 tbsp chopped parsley, zest of 1 lemon, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and black pepper. Rest 20–30 minutes.
  3. Trim 1.5 lb asparagus. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a little lemon zest.
  4. Grill or sear lamb chops over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium. Transfer to a platter and rest 5 minutes.
  5. Grill or roast asparagus 5–7 minutes until lightly charred and tender-crisp. Finish with lemon juice and chopped parsley.
  6. Peel and wedge the warm roasted beets. Toss with a little olive oil, minced shallot, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper for a composed warm salad.
  7. Serve lamb chops over or beside the crisp potatoes, with asparagus and beet salad arranged neatly on the plate.

Cook time: 55 minutes

Estimated cost: $48–$62 + wine

Health notes: Moderately rich and protein-forward; balanced by two vegetable sides. About 750–950 calories per serving.

Drink pairing: Pour Pinot Noir as the lead pairing; Sauvignon Blanc can work as a crisp aperitif or backup for guests avoiding red.

Roasted Chicken Breasts with Silky Mushroom-Shallot Pan Sauce, Asparagus & Smashed Yukon Golds

A polished chicken dinner with restaurant-style contrast: juicy roast chicken breasts, a silky mushroom pan sauce, crispy smashed potatoes, and a bright asparagus finish.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth® Natural Boneless Skinless Fresh Chicken Breast Family Pack 2.25 lb $5.49/lb sale
  • Kroger® Whole Baby Bella Mushrooms or sliced baby bellas 16 oz $3.69–$3.99 per 8 oz
  • Green Asparagus 1.5 lb $4.99/lb sale
  • Yukon Gold Potatoes 2 lb $1.49/lb
  • Shallots 2 medium $4.49/lb
  • Garlic 1 bulb $1.50 each
  • Simple Truth Organic® Low Sodium Free Range Chicken Broth 1 carton $1.79 sale
  • Parsley 1 bunch $1.69 each
  • Fresh lemons 2 $1.69 each organic / bag available

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Boil 2 lb Yukon gold potatoes in salted water until tender, 15–18 minutes. Drain, steam dry, then place on a sheet pan and gently smash. Drizzle with oil, season, and roast 20–25 minutes until crisp.
  2. Season 2.25 lb chicken breasts with salt, pepper, lemon zest, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sear in a large oven-safe skillet with oil over medium-high until golden, about 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to oven and roast 10–15 minutes until just cooked through. Rest on a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, cook 2 minced shallots in a little butter or oil for 2 minutes. Add 16 oz mushrooms and cook until browned, 8–10 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook 30 seconds.
  4. Add 1 cup chicken broth and 1–2 tbsp lemon juice; simmer until lightly reduced. Stir in chopped parsley and a small knob of butter if desired for gloss.
  5. Toss 1.5 lb asparagus with oil, salt, and pepper, then roast on a separate pan 8–10 minutes until tender-crisp. Finish with lemon juice.
  6. Slice chicken and plate with mushroom pan sauce spooned over the top, crisp smashed potatoes, and asparagus aligned alongside for a cleaner presentation.

Cook time: 55 minutes

Estimated cost: $34–$46 + wine

Health notes: Lean protein with moderate richness from sauce and potatoes. About 650–850 calories per serving.

Drink pairing: Best with Pinot Noir for a fancier table; Sauvignon Blanc also works if you want the meal to feel brighter and more citrus-driven.

Grilled Lemon Chicken Cutlets with Warm Roasted Tomato-Shallot Relish & Acorn Squash Wedges

A dinner-party chicken option that feels a little more composed and seasonal: grilled chicken cutlets with a warm tomato-shallot relish, roasted delicata-style acorn squash wedges, and a crisp herb salad garnish.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth® Natural Boneless Skinless Fresh Chicken Breast Cutlets 2 lb $8.49/lb
  • Green Acorn Squash 2.5–3 lb $1.49/lb
  • NatureSweet Cherubs® Fresh Grape Tomatoes or Kroger® Fresh Grape Tomatoes 20 oz $5.99 for 16.5 oz or $3.99 for 10 oz
  • Shallots 2 medium $4.49/lb
  • Green Top Red Radishes 1 bunch $1.89
  • English Cucumber 1 $1.99
  • Parsley 1 bunch $1.69 each
  • Garlic 1 bulb $1.50 each
  • Fresh lemons 2 $1.69 each organic / bag available

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Slice 2.5–3 lb acorn squash into elegant wedges, removing seeds. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and 1 sliced shallot. Roast 30–35 minutes until bronzed and tender.
  2. Marinate 2 lb chicken breast cutlets with olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper for 15–20 minutes.
  3. On a sheet pan, roast 20 oz grape tomatoes with 1 sliced shallot, olive oil, salt, and pepper for 18–20 minutes until collapsed. Stir gently to create a loose warm relish.
  4. Thinly slice radishes and cucumber. Toss with parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper for a fresh table salad or garnish.
  5. Grill chicken cutlets over medium-high heat for about 3–4 minutes per side until lightly charred and just cooked. Rest briefly.
  6. Arrange roasted squash on a platter, top with chicken cutlets, and spoon over the warm tomato-shallot relish. Finish with the radish-cucumber herb salad on the side or scattered lightly over part of the platter.

Cook time: 60 minutes

Estimated cost: $36–$50 + wine

Health notes: Balanced, produce-heavy, and lighter than the lamb menu. About 600–800 calories per serving.

Drink pairing: Sauvignon Blanc is ideal; Pinot Noir works if you prefer a softer, more romantic red pairing.

Herb-Grilled Lamb Chops with Roasted Golden Beets, Charred Asparagus & Crispy Potatoes

A spring-forward dinner for 4 built around herb-marinated grilled lamb chops, creamy roasted golden beets, and charred asparagus with a lemon finish. It feels dinner-party worthy while staying rooted in early-March Washington produce.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth® Natural Lamb Loin Chops about 2 lb $15.99/lb sale
  • Green Asparagus 2 lb $4.99/lb sale
  • Golden Beets 2 lb $2.69/lb
  • Jumbo Yellow Onions 1 lb $1.49/lb
  • Garlic 1 bulb $1.50 each
  • Parsley 1 bunch $1.69 each
  • Organic Rosemary or rosemary pantry equivalent small amount $2.79 if buying fresh
  • Fresh Organic Lemon or regular lemon 2 lemons $1.69 each organic / bag available
  • Yukon Gold Potatoes 1.5 lb $1.49/lb

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Trim and scrub 2 lb golden beets ($2.69/lb). Wrap them loosely in foil with a drizzle of oil and a pinch of salt; roast 40–50 minutes until tender. At the same time, roast 1.5 lb Yukon gold potatoes ($1.49/lb), cut into chunks, tossed with oil, salt, pepper, and half of 1 sliced yellow onion ($1.49/lb), for 30–35 minutes until browned.
  2. Make a lamb marinade: combine 4 minced garlic cloves (from 1 bulb, $1.50), 2 tbsp chopped parsley ($1.69), 1 tsp chopped rosemary, zest of 1 lemon, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1.5 tsp salt, and black pepper. Rub over about 2 lb lamb loin chops ($15.99/lb sale) and let sit 20–30 minutes.
  3. Snap woody ends from 2 lb asparagus ($4.99/lb sale). Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a little lemon zest.
  4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Grill lamb chops about 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium, depending on thickness. Rest 5–8 minutes.
  5. While lamb rests, grill or sear asparagus 4–6 minutes until lightly charred but still bright. Finish with a squeeze of lemon.
  6. Peel roasted beets and cut into wedges. Toss with a spoonful of olive oil, a little lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. If desired, fold in a spoonful of yogurt or goat cheese from home for a creamier side.
  7. Serve lamb chops with roasted potatoes, warm beet salad, and charred asparagus. Spoon any resting juices from the lamb over the potatoes.

Cook time: 55 minutes

Estimated cost: About $34–$42 + wine

Health notes: Higher-protein, moderately rich. Lamb adds more fat than chicken, balanced by asparagus and beets. About 700–900 calories per serving depending on oil and sides.

Drink pairing: Best with Pinot Noir; Sauvignon Blanc works if you want a brighter table wine.

Shopping list
  • Simple Truth® Natural Lamb Loin Chops about 2.25 lb, about 2 lb
  • Golden Beets 2 lb, 2 lb
  • Green Asparagus 1.5 lb, 1.5 lb, 2 lb
  • Shallots 2 medium, 2 medium, 2 medium
  • Garlic 1 bulb, 1 bulb, 1 bulb, 1 bulb
  • Fresh lemons 2, 2, 2
  • Parsley 1 bunch, 1 bunch, 1 bunch, 1 bunch
  • Fresh rosemary or rosemary pantry equivalent small amount
  • Yukon Gold Potatoes 1.5 lb, 2 lb, 1.5 lb
  • Simple Truth® Natural Boneless Skinless Fresh Chicken Breast Family Pack 2.25 lb
  • Kroger® Whole Baby Bella Mushrooms or sliced baby bellas 16 oz
  • Simple Truth Organic® Low Sodium Free Range Chicken Broth 1 carton
  • Simple Truth® Natural Boneless Skinless Fresh Chicken Breast Cutlets 2 lb
  • Green Acorn Squash 2.5–3 lb
  • NatureSweet Cherubs® Fresh Grape Tomatoes or Kroger® Fresh Grape Tomatoes 20 oz
  • Green Top Red Radishes 1 bunch
  • English Cucumber 1
  • Jumbo Yellow Onions 1 lb
  • Organic Rosemary or rosemary pantry equivalent small amount
  • Fresh Organic Lemon or regular lemon 2 lemons

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