Mixed Vegetable Salad with Lime Dressing

Suggested Piece: 3 Qt Saucepan with Inset, 3.5 Qt Insulated Bowl

Ingredients
About 2 cups of any or all of the following:
- beets (#3 cone)
- carrots (#3 cone)
- potatoes (#3 cone)
- green beans (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- peas (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- radishes (#4 cone)
- cucumber (#3 cone)
- grape tomatoes, halved

Dressing
3 tbsp. lime juice (#1 cone)
1/2 c. olive oil
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 tbsp. cilantro, chopped

Garnishes
1 hard boiled egg (#3 cone)
1/2 red onion (#4 cone)
2 tbsp. feta cheese

Directions
Place 3.5 Insulated Bowl in refrigerator to cool. Process beets, carrots, and potatoes on #3 cone in Inset. Place Inset in 3 Qt. Saucepan over 1/2 in. water. Cook over medium heat until Vapo-Valve clicks, reduce heat to low and continue cooking for approx. 7 minutes (vegetable should be al dente, not mushy). Add cooked vegetables to pre-cooled 3.5 Qt Bowl. Add green beans, peas, radish, cucumber, and/or tomatoes. Top with desired garnishes. Add all dressing ingredients to a glass jar with lid, shake to combine. Pour dressing over salad just before serving. Thank you Rick Bayless for inspiring this dish!

Chicken & Rice

Suggested Piece: 12" Electric Skillet

Ingredients
6-9 chicken thighs, bone-in, skinless
2 c. rice (brown, wild, long grain, etc.)
3 1/2 c. chicken broth
1 tsp. poultry seasoning
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. half & half
1 carrot (#1 cone)
1 celery stalk (#2 cone)
1/2 onion (#2 cone)
5-6 mushrooms (#3 cone)
1/4 c. parsley, chopped

Directions
Preheat 12" Electric Skillet on 450F until drops of water form beads. Press chicken thighs into skillet to sear one side (5-7 minutes). Season chicken with poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper. Once chicken releases from the skillet, flip over and press opposite side into pan to sear (5-7 minutes). Remove chicken from skillet, set aside. Reduce heat to 350F. Add carrot, celery, onion, and mushrooms; saute until onions are translucent. Add rice, broth, and half & half; stir to combine. Add chicken back to skillet; cover and cook on 350F until Vapo-Valve clicks. Reduce heat to 185F and continue cooking for 20 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Tip: Change the seasonings, vegetables, and herbs to create your own masterpiece! For example, omit poultry seasoning, half & half, carrot, celery, mushroom, and parsley. Season chicken with chili powder and cumin. Saute onion, green chilis, and garlic before adding rice, enchilada sauce, and chicken broth. Then garnish with chopped cilantro for a version of Arroz con Pollo!

Summer Fresh Corn Zucchini Chowder

Suggested Piece: 7 Qt. Roaster

Ingredients
4 strips bacon, chopped
2 c yellow onion, #2 or #3 cone
4 celery stalks, #2 cone
2 med carrots, #1 or #2 cone
4 garlic cloves, #1 cone
1 tsp. dried thyme
4 med potatoes, #3 cone
8 c. chicken or vegetable broth
2 bay leaves
5 1/2 c. frozen corn
2 med zucchini, #2 or #3 cone
2 c. half & half
Salt & pepper to taste
Chopped fresh parsley to garnish
Cayenne pepper, to serve (opt.)

Directions
In bottom of 7 Qt. Roaster over medium heat add bacon and cook until brown (3-4 minutes). Add onion, celery, carrots, garlic, and thyme; cook until vegetables begin to soften (5 minutes). Add potatoes, broth, bay leaves, zucchini, and corn; season with salt & pepper to taste. Cover and cook over medium heat until Vapo-Valve clicks, then reduce heat to low and continue cooking for 15 minutes or until vegetables are completely tender. Discard bay leaves and transfer 4 cups of chowder to a blender; puree until smooth. Stir the mixture back into the 7 Qt. Roaster. Add half & half, cover and cook just until heated through. Serve garnished with fresh chopped parsley and sprinkle fo cayenne pepper (opt.) 

Broccoli Apple Salad

Suggested Piece: 3.5 Qt Insulated Bowl

Ingredients
4 c broccoli (#2 & #3 cones, approx 2 heads)
2 small gala apples (#3 cone)
1 c walnuts (#2 cone)
1 c carrots (#2 cone, approx 1 carrot)
1/2 c golden raisins or dried cranberries
1/4 c red onion (#2 cone, 1/4 onion)

Dressing:
3/4 c plain Greek yogurt
1/3 c mayonnaise
1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
3 tbsp honey or agave
1/4 tsp salt (more to taste)

Directions
In small mixing bowl whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing. Chill until ready to use. In 3.5 Qt Insulated Bowl process walnuts, broccoli stalks, carrots, and onion on #2 cone. Change to #3 cone to process broccoli florets and apples; add golden raisins. Pour in dressing and toss until evenly coated.

To-Die-For Carrot Cake

Suggested Piece: 12" Electric Skillet

Ingredients
Bowl #1:
1 1/4 c apple (#1 cone, approx 2 apples)
2 c sugar
3 eggs, room temperature

Bowl #2:
2 c whole wheat flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon

Bowl #3:
2 c carrots (#1 cone, approx 3 carrots)
1 c shredded sweetened coconut
1 c walnuts (#2 cone)
1 tsp vanilla
1 c crushed pineapple in juice, undrained

Cream Cheese Frosting:
1/2 c butter softened
8 oz Neuftchatel cream cheese
1 lb powdered sugar

Toppings:
- toasted pecans
- shredded sweetened coconut

Directions
Preheat 12" Electric Skillet on 180F. Combine bowl #1, and add bowl #2, then bowl #3. Lightly coat skillet with coconut oil, pour cake batter in warm skillet, and cover. Increase temperature to 250F and "bake" for 30-40 minutes, or until the cake is no longer wet on top and springs to the touch. (Remember, cakes/dough should never "click.") Invert on a rack or plate and let cool. Meanwhile, make the frosting! Beat the butter and cream cheese until nice and fluffy. Add in the vanilla and powdered sugar, continue to beat until smooth. Apply a generous dollop of frosting on top a cooled cake and spread. Finish by sprinkling with toasted pecans and/or shredded sweetened coconut. For best results refrigerate for an hour before serving.

Alternative: To bake in the oven, pour batter in either a 9x13 Bake & Roast Pan or two (2) 9" Cake Pans. Bake at 350F for 35-40 minutes or until inserted toothpick comes out clean.

Egg Roll in a Bowl

Suggested Piece: 11" Large Skillet

Ingredients
2 tbsp. sesame oil
6 green onions, sliced (green & white parts divided)
1/2 red onion (#2 cone)
5 cloves garlic (#1 cone)
1 lb. ground pork
1 tsp. fresh ginger (#1 cone)
2 - 3 tbsp. sriracha
1/2 head green cabbage (#4 cone)
1 carrot (#1 cone)
3 tbsp. coconut aminos
1 tbsp. rice wine vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Creamy Chili Sauce
1/4 c. Mayonnaise
Sriracha
Salt to taste

Garnish
Black sesame seeds 
Green parts of onion

Directions
Heat sesame oil in skillet over medium heat. Add white parts of onions, diced red onion, and garlic; saute until soft. Add ground pork (degreased), grated ginger, 1 tbsp. sriracha, and heat through. Add green cabbage, carrot, coconut aminos, rice wine vinegar, salt and pepper; cook stirring regularly until cabbage is tender. Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk together 1/4 c. mayonnaise and 1 - 2 tbsp. sriracha. Add a pinch of salt to taste. Plate cabbage and pork, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with sesame seeds and green parts of onion.

Paleo Fried Rice

Suggested Piece: 10" Gourmet Chef Skillet

Ingredients
2 organic eggs
2 - 4 tbsp. EVOO (extra virgin olive oil)
2 tbsp. garlic (#1 cone)
1/2 medium onion (#2 cone)
1/2 c. carrots (#1 cone)
1/2 c. red cabbage (#2 cone)
1 head cauliflower (#2 cone)
Salt & pepper to taste
3 tbsp. coconut aminos
1 - 4 tsp. sriracha

Directions
Preheat skillet over medium heat. In small bowl, scramble two eggs. Cook eggs in dry skillet; the set aside. Process garlic, onion, carrots, purple cabbage, and cauliflower in large bowl. Heat EVOO in skillet over medium heat. Add veggies to skillet. Season with salt and pepper, coconut aminos, and sriracha to taste. Once veggies are almost finished cooking add in scrambled eggs and mix. Top with more sriracha and sliced avocado (opt.)

Paleo Chili

Suggested Piece: 3 Qt. Roaster with Perforated Basket

Ingredients
1 lb. grass-fed ground beef
4 garlic cloves (#1 cone)
1 yellow onion (#2 cone)
2 carrots (#2 cone)
2 celery stalks ( #2 cone)
2 - 14.5 oz. cans diced tomatoes
3 tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. onion powder
2 tsp. dried oregano
2 tsp. ground cumin
Sea salt & freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions
Using 3 Quart Roaster & Perforated Basket degrease your ground beef. Once cooked through, pour out the water in the bottom of the 3 Quart Roaster and transfer ground beef into it. Add onion, carrots, celery, and tomatoes. Add the remaining ingredients, season with salt and pepper, and stir until well combined. Cover and cook over medium heat until Vapo-Valve clicks. Reduce heat to low and cook for up to 8 hours.

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

Suggested Piece: 11" Large Skillet

Ingredients
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces
2 c. broccoli florets
1 c. carrot (#4 or #5 cone)
4 cloves garlic (#1 cone)
1/4 c. chick broth, low sodium
3 tbsp. honey
1/4 c. soy sauce (or liquid aminos)
2 tsp. cornstarch
Salt & pepper to taste

Directions
In 11" Large Skillet add broccoli and carrots, cover and set heat to medium. When Vapo-Valve clicks reduce heat to low and cook for approx 4 minutes (vegetable should still be crisp with vibrant color). Remove vegetables from skillet and set aside. Return skillet to stove and increase temperature to medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper and add to skillet; turn to brown all sides, and cook through. Add garlic to chicken and saute briefly. Add broccoli and carrots back to the skillet, cover and cook until warmed through. In a small bowl whisk together chicken broth, honey, and soy sauce. In a separate bowl mix cornstarch with 1 tbsp. cold water. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables; cook 30 seconds. Add cornstarch mixture to skillet and bring to a boil; cook for 1 more minute or until sauce has just started to thicken. Serve immediately over rice! Yum!

Asian Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing

Suggested Piece: Food Processor, Santoku Knife, & 6 Qt. Bowl

Ingredients
1 Napa cabbage, chopped
1 red cabbage (#4 cone)
1 carrot (#1 cone)
1 broccoli Stem (#2 cone)
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 chicken breast, cooked & chopped
Dressing
1/3 c. peanut butter
1/4 c. rice wine vinegar
2 tbsp. soy sauce (or liquid-aminos)
2 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tbsp. sriracha sauce
1 garlic clove, (#1 cone)

Directions
Combine cabbages, carrot, broccoli, green onions, cilantro, and chicken in 6 Qt. Bowl. In a separate small bowl add peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, sriracha and garlic; stir to combine. Add water to your desired thickness. Cover and refrigerate the salad and dressing separately. Toss in the dressing just before serving.

Farmhouse Hash with Poached Eggs

Suggested Piece: 3 Qt. Saucepan, Perforated Basket, & 11” Large Skillet

Ingredients

1 tbsp. butter

1/2 medium onion (#2 cone)

1 carrot (#2 cone)

2 stalks celery (#2 cone)

2 large red-skinned potatoes (#3 cone)

1/2 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed

1 tsp. paprika

1 tsp. chopped garlic

1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes

Kosher salt

6 large eggs

Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Add butter onion, carrot, celery, potatoes, paprika, garlic, red pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt to 11” Large Skillet. Cover and cook over medium heat until Vapo-Valve clicks, reduce heat to low. Cook until the potatoes and carrots are tender about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, add sausage to perforated basket and set inside 3 Qt. Saucepan with ½ inch water in the bottom. Cook over medium-high heat until sausage is cooked through, breaking up pieces with spatula. Add sausage to large skillet, stir. Create 6 dents in mixture and crack 1 egg into each dent. Cover and continue cooking until white of egg is cooked (longer if you like the yoke cooked too). Uncover and season with salt and black pepper.

Braised Short Ribs

Suggested Piece: 4.5 Qt. Mini Braiser -or- 5 Qt. Roaster

Ingredients

8 whole beef short ribs

Salt and Pepper to taste

1/4 c. flour

6 pieces thin sliced bacon, diced

1 onion (#2 cone)

3 carrots (#2 cone)

2 shallots, diced

2 c. white or red wine (preferably dry)

2 c. beef broth

2 sprigs thyme

2 sprigs rosemary

Instructions

Salt and pepper ribs, then dredge in flour. Set aside. In bottom of piece, cook bacon over medium heat until complete crispy and all fat is rendered. Remove bacon and set aside. Pour off most of the grease. Raise heat to medium-high. Brown ribs on all sides, about 45 seconds per side. Remove ribs and set aside. Turn heat back to medium. Add onions, carrots, and shallots to pan and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in wine and scrape bottom of pan to release all the flavorful bits of glory. Add broth, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and plenty of freshly ground black pepper. Taste and add more salt if needed. Add ribs to the liquid; they should be almost completely submerged. Add thyme and rosemary sprigs (whole) to the liquid. Cover and cook over medium heat until Vapo-Valve clicks; reduce heat to low continue cooking (20 minutes per pound) but the longer the better! Ribs should be fork-tender and falling off the bone. Serve 2 ribs on bed of creamy polenta or mashed potatoes, spooning a little juice over the top. YUM!

Vegetarian Enchiladas

Suggested Piece: 12" Electric Skillet

Ingredients
1 can (28 oz.) green or red enchilada sauce
1 can green chilis
1 pkg. corn tortillas
1 carrot (#1 cone)
1 yellow squash (#1 cone)
1 zucchini (#1 cone)
8 oz. cheese (Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Jalepeno Jack)
2 cans beans, drained (black or pinto)
1 lb. ground beef (opt.)

Directions
Cover bottom of skillet with enchilada sauce. Layer the following in order:
(1) Corn tortillas
(2) 1 can of beans (or 1/2 the ground beef)
(3) 1/2 yellow squash (#1 cone)
(4) 1/2 zucchini (#1 cone)
(5) 1/2 carrot (#1 cone)
(6) 1/2 can green chilis
(7) 4 oz. cheese (#1 cone)
Repeat #1 - #7 for a 2nd layer. Top with remaining enchilada sauce and top with any remaining cheese. Set temperature to 350F until VapoValve clicks. The reduce temperature to 185F for approx. 15 min. For an alternative version of this recipe substitute squash with various colors of bell pepper and/or add an onion (#2 cone) for a different flavor!

Creamy Green Pea Salad

Suggested Piece: 11" Large Skillet

Ingredients
4 c. fresh or frozen green peas
1 small carrot, shredded (#1 cone)
1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 c. red onion (#2 cone)
1/2 cup celery (#2 cone)
1/2 cup light or regular ranch-style dressing
1/3 c. mayonnaise
1/4 tsp. dried leaf oregano
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. salt, or to taste

Directions
Cook green peas just until tender and rinsed under cold water. Shred carrot, red onion, and celery on Saladmaster Food Processor and combine with green peas. Add in chopped bell pepper. In small bowl whisk together dressing, mayonnaise, oregano, salt & pepper. Fold into vegetable mixture and serve chilled.

Mexican Coleslaw

Suggested Piece: Saladmaster Machine & Insulated Salad Bowl

Ingredients

1/2 head of green cabbage (#4 cone)

4-5 radishes (#4 cone)

1/4 c. cilantro, chopped

2 limes (#1 cone)

1 carrot (#1 cone) opt.

Directions

Cut 1/2 head of green cabbage in half (creating 2 quarters). Process both quarters of green cabbage process on #4 cone. Process radish on #4 cone as well. Add in chopped cilantro. Lightly zest 2 limes on #1 cone. Then quarter each lime and juice on #1 cone. Toss and serve immediately! Great over fish tacos, fajitas, or a light and refreshing salad on the side!

 

Saladmaster Stuff

Suggested Piece: 3 Qt Saucepan & 2.5 Qt Perforated Basket

Ingredients
1 - 1.5 lbs. ground beef or ground turkey
1 can condensed cream soup (i.e. chicken, mushroom, celery)
8 oz. cheese (#1 cone)
Variety of vegetables
cabbage
potatoes
onions
carrots
zucchini
celery
spinach

Directions
Using 3 Qt Saucepan & 2.5 Qt Perforated Basket *degrease your ground meat. Once cooked through, pour out the water in the bottom of the 3 Qt Saucepan and transfer ground meat into it. Using the #2 or #3 cone, cut and layer as many vegetables as you wish on top of the cooked meat. Above are just a few examples of vegetables... you decide what to use when creating your own "stuff" casserole! Add one large can of condensed cream soup, covering all the vegetables. Sprinkle cheese on top and cover with lid. Cook over medium heat until Vapo-Valve clicks, then reduce heat to low for approximately 30 minutes. For best results allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.

*If using ground beef, degrease the meat by cooking it in the 2.5 Qt Perforated or Culinary Basket over 1/2 inch of water in the 3 Qt. Saucepan on medium-high temperature. While cooking the fats & oils will drip into the water instantly making your meat leaner! 

Unfried Rice

Suggested Piece: 5 Quart Roaster

Ingredients

1/2 small head green cabbage (#4 cone)

1 red onion (#2 cone)

1 pkg. mushroom (#4 cone)

2-3 carrots, (#2 cone)
2 tbsp. fresh ginger (#1 cone)
2 cloves garlic (#1 cone)
4 c. cooked rice
2-4 tbsp. soy sauce
1-2 tsp. sugar
Salt & Pepper to taste

Directions

In bottom of 5 Quart Roaster saute green cabbage, red onion, mushroom, carrots, fresh ginger, and garlic over medium heat. Stir in cooked rice. Whisk together soy sauce, sugar, salt and pepper. Drizzle over rice and mix.

Asian Coleslaw

Suggested Piece: Saladmaster Machine, Insulated Bowl

Ingredients

1 small head green cabbage, quartered (#4 cone)

1/2 small head of red cabbage, quartered (#5 cone)

1 c. edamame, shelled

2 carrots (#2 cone)
2 tbsp. green onions, chopped
1 tbsp. fresh ginger (#1 cone)

1/2 c. almonds, sliced & toasted
1 c. chow mein noodles

Dressing
2/3 c. olive oil
1/3 c. rice wine vinegar
1/3 c. honey/agave
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1/4 tsp. sesame oil

Directions
Combine all ingredients in bowl. For dressing... add all ingredients in a jar, and SHAKE, SHAKE, SHAKE! Drizzle over salad and toss!

Turkey Pot Pie

Suggested Piece: 11" Skillet

Ingredients
1 can refrigerated biscuits
Filling:
Cooked turkey, cubed or shredded
Carrots
Celery
Onion
Corn
Green beans
Peas

Directions
Combine your leftover turkey with any combination of vegetables and fill the bottom of the 11" Skillet. Top with uncooked refrigerated biscuits. Cover and cook over medium heat until Vapo-Valve clicks. Reduce heat to low and cook for approximately 15-20 min. If you like your biscuits toasted, remove lid and place 11" Skillet in oven. Broil for 1-2 min. or just until they are browned to your liking!

Stuffing

Suggested Piece: 5 Qt. Roaster or MP5

Ingredients

4 boxes stuffing mix

6 c. (48 oz.) chicken, turkey, or vegetable broth

2 stalks of celery (#2 cone)
1 apple (#2 cone) 
1 medium onion (#2 cone)

4-8 tbsps. butter

Directions

Over medium heat sauté celery, apple, and onion in butter until soft. Pour in chicken broth and cover until Vapo-Valve clicks. Reduce heat to low and fold in bread crumbs. Keep covered on medium-low heat until ready to serve.
Option A: Substitute 1 apple (#2 cone) for 1 carrot (#1 cone).
Option B: Omit apple and toss in a handful of dried cranberries and pine nuts.