Careme Recipes

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Pan-Seared Rockfish with Lemon-Caper Brown Butter, Roasted Red Potatoes & Crispy Brussels

This is the kind of bistro dinner that feels fancy but lands on the table fast: flaky rockfish in a quick brown-butter caper sauce, plus crispy-edged roasted red potatoes and sweet, caramelized Brussels sprouts. Bright, salty, and deeply comforting—perfect winter weeknight food.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet Pacific Caught (sustainably sourced) 12 oz (2 fillets) $5.99 sale (reg $9.99)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Red Potatoes (or similar red potatoes) 12–16 oz, halved $4.99
  • Fresh Cut Brussels Sprout Bake (or Brussels sprouts) 9.2 oz $6.00
  • Simple Truth Organic® Garlic Bulbs 2 cloves, minced $2.79
  • Organic Jumbo Yellow Onion (optional, for roasting pan) 1/4 onion, sliced (optional) $2.19/lb
  • Olive oil 2–3 Tbsp
  • Butter 2–4 Tbsp
  • Capers (jarred) 2 Tbsp, drained
  • Lemon 1 (zest + 2 Tbsp juice)
  • Parsley (optional) 1–2 Tbsp chopped
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Smoked paprika (optional) 1/2 tsp

Instructions

  1. Prep: Heat oven to 425°F. Pat the rockfish dry and keep chilled. Halve potatoes; if Brussels are whole, halve them too (if using the cut Brussels bake, you’re set).
  2. Roast the veg: Toss potatoes with 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika. Spread on a sheet pan. On the other side of the pan (or a second pan), toss Brussels with 1 Tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional sliced onion. Roast 20–25 minutes, flipping once, until potatoes are browned and Brussels are deeply caramelized.
  3. Cook the fish (stove): When the veg has ~10 minutes left, heat a large skillet over medium-high with 1 Tbsp olive oil. Season fish with salt and pepper. Sear 2–3 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until just cooked and flaky. Transfer to plates.
  4. Make the sauce: In the same skillet, lower heat to medium. Add butter; once foamy, add minced garlic and cook 20–30 seconds. Stir in capers and lemon zest, then lemon juice. Swirl to emulsify; add a splash of water if it tightens too much. Taste and adjust salt/pepper.
  5. Serve: Spoon caper brown butter over fish. Plate with roasted potatoes and Brussels. Finish with parsley if using.

Health notes: ~700–850 calories per serving (depends on butter amount). Healthiness: Medium—great protein and veggies; keep butter to 2 Tbsp for a lighter plate.

Drink pairing: Wine: Washington Chardonnay (Columbia Valley) or a WA dry Riesling. Beer: a crisp pilsner.

Oven-Roasted Ribeye with Quick Mushroom Pan Gravy & Garlicky Sautéed Spinach

A cozy, steakhouse-style dinner with a winter twist: juicy ribeye roasted in the oven, while a silky pan gravy (hello, umami mushrooms) comes together on the stove. Served with garlicky sautéed spinach for a fast green side that doesn’t feel like an afterthought.

Ingredients

  • Certified Angus Beef Choice Bone-In Ribeye Steak (1 Steak) 1 lb steak (serves 2) $12.99 sale
  • Simple Truth Organic® Sliced White Mushrooms (or Baby Bellas) 8 oz $3.99
  • Organic Spinach 1 container (about 5 oz) $3.49
  • Simple Truth Organic® Garlic Bulbs 2 cloves, minced $2.79
  • Butter 1–2 Tbsp
  • Olive oil 1–2 Tbsp
  • Beef broth (or water + a pinch of salt) 3/4 cup
  • Dijon mustard (optional) 1 tsp
  • Red wine or balsamic (optional) 1–2 Tbsp
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Optional: rosemary or thyme 1/2 tsp dried or 1 sprig

Instructions

  1. Prep: Heat oven to 425°F. Pat steak very dry; season generously with salt and pepper on all sides. Let sit at room temp while the oven heats (10–15 minutes).
  2. Sear (stove): Heat an oven-safe skillet over high heat with 1 Tbsp oil. Sear steak 1 1/2–2 minutes per side until a deep crust forms. (Sear the fat cap too if possible.)
  3. Roast (oven): Transfer skillet to oven and roast 6–10 minutes, depending on thickness, to 130°F for medium-rare (or your preferred temp). Move steak to a plate and rest 10 minutes.
  4. Mushroom pan gravy (stove): Pour off excess fat, leaving ~1 Tbsp in the pan. Over medium heat, add mushrooms and a pinch of salt. Cook 5–7 minutes until browned. Add garlic and optional herbs; cook 30 seconds. Deglaze with optional red wine/balsamic, scraping fond. Add broth and simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly reduced. Whisk in butter and optional Dijon; taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Garlicky spinach: In a second skillet (or after gravy is done), heat 1 tsp oil over medium. Add spinach with a pinch of salt and cook 1–2 minutes until just wilted. Add a tiny bit of minced garlic (or garlic powder) at the end so it stays fragrant, not bitter.
  6. Serve: Slice rested steak against the grain. Spoon mushroom gravy over the top. Serve with the sautéed spinach.

Health notes: ~750–950 calories per serving. Healthiness: Medium—iron-rich steak + lots of greens; go lighter by trimming visible fat and using less butter in the gravy.

Drink pairing: Wine: Washington Syrah (Walla Walla/Columbia Valley) or a WA Cabernet. Beer: amber ale.

Shrimp in Tomatillo-Green Chile Sauce with Chayote & Winter Cabbage

Warm, saucy, and weeknight-fast: shrimp simmered in a lightly sweet-spicy tomatillo-green chile sauce, served over tender chayote and cabbage for a bright, wintery take on “tacos in a bowl.” It’s vibrant and different without requiring a pantry full of specialty items.

Ingredients

  • Kroger® Wild Caught Medium Raw Gulf Shrimp Peeled & Deveined Tail Off 12 oz $7.00 sale (12 oz)
  • Fresh Tomatillo 8–10 oz, husked and rinsed $2.99/lb
  • Organic Jumbo Yellow Onion 1/2 onion, sliced $2.19/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic® Roma Tomatoes 1–2 tomatoes, chopped (optional, adds body) $3.99
  • Chayote Squash 1 large, peeled and thin-sliced $1.89/lb
  • Organic Green Cabbage (or Organic Napa Cabbage) 3–4 cups thin-sliced $2.49/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic® Garlic Bulbs 2 cloves $2.79
  • Organic Ginger Root (optional) 1 tsp grated (optional, nice warmth) $5.99/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic® Thai Basil Container (optional but great) A small handful $2.79
  • Olive oil 1–2 Tbsp
  • Ground cumin 1 tsp
  • Chili flakes or hot sauce to taste
  • Lime (or lemon) 1 (2 Tbsp juice)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Optional to serve: warm tortillas or cooked rice as desired

Instructions

  1. Prep: Peel and thinly slice chayote. Thinly slice cabbage. Husk/rinse tomatillos. Mince garlic (and grate ginger if using). Pat shrimp dry; season with salt, pepper, and cumin.
  2. Make the tomatillo sauce (stove): In a blender, combine tomatillos, garlic, 1/4 onion, optional tomato, 1/2 cup water, and a pinch of salt. Blend smooth.
  3. Simmer the veg: Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add remaining sliced onion; cook 2 minutes. Add chayote and a pinch of salt; cook 4–5 minutes, stirring, until it starts to soften. Add cabbage; cook 2 minutes to wilt slightly.
  4. Add sauce: Pour in the blended tomatillo sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce loses its raw edge and lightly thickens. Add chili flakes/hot sauce to your heat level. (If it gets too thick, splash in water.)
  5. Cook the shrimp: Nestle shrimp into the simmering sauce. Cook 2–3 minutes, stirring once, until shrimp are pink and just cooked through.
  6. Finish: Turn off heat. Stir in lime juice and Thai basil (if using). Taste and adjust salt/heat/acid.
  7. Serve: Spoon into bowls as-is (veg-forward), or serve over rice or with warm tortillas on the side.

Health notes: ~500–650 calories per serving (depends on rice/tortillas if you add them). Healthiness: High-lean protein, lots of veg; moderate sodium depending on seasoning.

Drink pairing: Beer: Mexican-style lager. Wine: Washington Sauvignon Blanc or a WA dry Riesling.

Shopping list
  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet Pacific Caught (sustainably sourced) 12 oz (2 fillets)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Red Potatoes (or similar red potatoes) 12–16 oz, halved
  • Fresh Cut Brussels Sprout Bake (or Brussels sprouts) 9.2 oz
  • Simple Truth Organic® Garlic Bulbs 2 cloves, minced, 2 cloves, minced, 2 cloves
  • Organic Jumbo Yellow Onion (optional, for roasting pan) 1/4 onion, sliced (optional)
  • Olive oil 2–3 Tbsp, 1–2 Tbsp, 1–2 Tbsp
  • Butter 2–4 Tbsp, 1–2 Tbsp
  • Capers (jarred) 2 Tbsp, drained
  • Lemon 1 (zest + 2 Tbsp juice)
  • Parsley (optional) 1–2 Tbsp chopped
  • Salt & black pepper to taste, to taste, to taste
  • Smoked paprika (optional) 1/2 tsp
  • Certified Angus Beef Choice Bone-In Ribeye Steak (1 Steak) 1 lb steak (serves 2)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Sliced White Mushrooms (or Baby Bellas) 8 oz
  • Organic Spinach 1 container (about 5 oz)
  • Beef broth (or water + a pinch of salt) 3/4 cup
  • Dijon mustard (optional) 1 tsp
  • Red wine or balsamic (optional) 1–2 Tbsp
  • Optional: rosemary or thyme 1/2 tsp dried or 1 sprig
  • Kroger® Wild Caught Medium Raw Gulf Shrimp Peeled & Deveined Tail Off 12 oz
  • Fresh Tomatillo 8–10 oz, husked and rinsed
  • Organic Jumbo Yellow Onion 1/2 onion, sliced
  • Simple Truth Organic® Roma Tomatoes 1–2 tomatoes, chopped (optional, adds body)
  • Chayote Squash 1 large, peeled and thin-sliced
  • Organic Green Cabbage (or Organic Napa Cabbage) 3–4 cups thin-sliced
  • Organic Ginger Root (optional) 1 tsp grated (optional, nice warmth)
  • Simple Truth Organic® Thai Basil Container (optional but great) A small handful
  • Ground cumin 1 tsp
  • Chili flakes or hot sauce to taste
  • Lime (or lemon) 1 (2 Tbsp juice)
  • Optional to serve: warm tortillas or cooked rice as desired

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