Roasted Frozen Broccoli

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds frozen broccoli or mixed broccoli, cauliflower & carrots
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
¼ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon basil
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ cup of balsamic vinegar

Directions

In a large bowl, toss the frozen broccoli with the olive oil, vinegar and seasonings. Cover well.  Spread the broccoli/vegetables on a baking sheet and broil on low until crisp-tender and browned in spots.  May be served hot as a side dish.

Vegetables can be cooled and used to top mixed green salad.  Top with roasted almonds and/or cheese, and fresh juiced lemon. Add beans and beets for a complete meal.

Wine Marinade

Marinade can be for altered for different meats or fish.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup red wine or white
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon beef, chicken or vegetable stock powder

Directions

In measuring cup, whisk together oil, wine lemon juice, thyme, pepper and garlic.
Place meat/fish in plastic bag or shallow glass dish.
Pour marinade over top; seal bag refrigerate for 2 to 6 hours.

Beer Marinade for Beef

Ingredients

½ cups minced onion
½ cup chopped cilantro or parsley.  Parsley is less intense
½ seeded, minced jalapeno optional

4 cloves minced garlic
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup or less of Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons olive or grape seed oil
1 fresh lime, cut ½ preferred Lemon cut be substituted
½ cup beer
2 tablespoons vodka optional
1 tablespoon black pepper
½ tablespoon ground cumin or coriander seeds, crushed

Direction

Combine all ingredients in a glass bowl and mix well. Submerge steak in bowl or plastic bag for at least an hour.