Looper's Cookbook

Menu
  • Home
  • Homesteading
    • Soaps
    • Herbs ‘n Remedies
    • Canning
    • Fermenting
    • Cheese
    • Brews
  • Recipes
    • Main Dishes
    • Pastas
    • Breads
    • Soups ‘n Stews
    • Sammiches
    • Sauces, Spices ‘n Extracts
    • Sides ‘n Salads
    • My Sweetnesses
  • Gardening
    • Looper’s Garden Calendar (5B)
Menu

Vegetarian Pasta Carbonara

Posted on April 29, 2025 by looper
Prevent your screen from going dark

Vegetarian Pasta Carbonara

Print Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ounces dry spaghetti
  • 2 small zucchini
  • 8 cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil plus one more for drizzling at the end
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup Pecorino cheese grated
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
  • 3 tbsp pasta water add more if needed
  • 1 tbsp pine nuts toasted (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add pasta.
  • At the same time, cut zucchini into sticks around 1/3 inch thick.
  • In a large frying pan, sauté zucchini in olive oil on medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes, until zucchini are browned on both sides. Add garlic and saute for about 1 minute. Add cherry tomatoes and a pinch of salt and turn off the heat.
  • To create the sauce, put egg yolks, Pecorino cheese, 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper into a large bowl. Whisk everything together for a few seconds. The result should be a pretty thick compound.
  • Once the pasta is almost ready, take 3 tablespoons of boiling pasta water and add them to the bowl with the cheese and eggs. The hot boiling water will pasteurize the yolks making them safe to eat while the starchiness released from the pasta will help to create a creamy sauce.
  • When the pasta is ready drain it and add it to the frying pan with the zucchini and tomatoes. Toss for 1 minute on medium heat.
  • Finally, turn off the heat and add your eggs and Pecorino mixture to the pan. Gently toss everything together. If the sauce is too thick you can add some more pasta water.
  • Garnish with freshly ground black pepper and, if you like, some toasted pine nuts and drizzled olive oil.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Salmon Burgers

Posted on April 29, 2025 by looper
Prevent your screen from going dark

Salmon Burgers

Print Recipe

Ingredients
  

Burgers

  • 1 1/2 lb skinless salmon fillet cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2-3 tbsp minced green onions both white and green parts
  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground sumac
  • 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Kosher Salt
  • 1/3 cup unseasoned bread crumbs
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon

For Serving

  • Tzatziki Sauce
  • Baby arugula
  • 1 red onion sliced
  • Toasted buns ciabatta

Instructions
 

  • Place about 1/4 of the salmon in the bowl of a large food processor. Add the mustard. Run the processor until the mixture is pasty. Transfer to a bowl. Place the remaining salmon in the food processor. Pulse just a couple of times until it’s coarsely chopped into 1/4-inch pieces. (Do not over-process this second batch of salmon. It should not get too fine or pasty, it should still have some texture.) Transfer to the same bowl.
  • Add the green onions, parsley, coriander, sumac, paprika, and black pepper. Season with kosher salt. Mix well until the mixture is combined. Cover and chill in your fridge for about 30 minutes.
  • While the salmon chills, make the Greek Tzatziki Sauce according to this recipe. Prepare the arugula, sliced tomatoes, and the remaining toppings and buns to serve. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Spread the bread crumbs on a plate. Divide the chilled salmon mixture into 4 equal portions and form into 1-inch thick patties. Place each patty in the breadcrumbs and press to coat on one side. Flip and press on the other side to coat. Place the breaded salmon patties on the lined sheet pan.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers (but before it starts to smoke), carefully lower each of the patties into the hot oil. Cook, flipping once, until medium-rare and lightly browned on both sides, about 2-4 minutes. Adjust heat as necessary during cooking to keep things sizzling and cooking well but without scorching the bread crumbs. The minimum internal temperature of the patty should be 115 to 120°F on an instant-read thermometer for medium-rare.
  • Set cooked salmon burgers onto paper towels to drain any excess oil. Sprinkle lightly with salt and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice on top.
  • Spread the buns with a bit of tzatziki sauce. Add the salmon, then layer on the arugula, tomato and onion slices.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Coq Au Vin

Posted on April 29, 2025 by looper
Prevent your screen from going dark

Coq Au Vin

Print Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz. pearl onions peeled
  • 6 strips bacon cut into 1″ pieces
  • 3 lb. bone-in combination of skin-on leg quarters
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 oz. portabella mushrooms quartered
  • 1 large carrot peeled and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 2 cup red wine
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Small bunch thyme
  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • Freshly chopped parsley for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Fill a large Dutch oven or heavy pot with water and bring to a boil. Boil onion for 1 minute. Transfer to an ice bath and let sit about 5 minutes to cool. Wipe out pot.
  • Strain onions through a fine-mesh sieve and transfer to a cutting board. Holding the stem end, cut off the root end as close as possible to the root. Pinch stem end with your fingers to push out onion.
  • In same pot over medium heat, cook bacon, stirring occasionally, until crispy, about 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Season chicken all over with salt and pepper. In same pot over medium heat, cook chicken, turning occasionally, until skin is golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to another plate. Drain all but 3 tablespoons oil from pot.
  • In same pot over medium heat, cook onions, carrots, and mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add tomato paste and stir to combine, then add flour and stir until vegetables are coated. Slowly pour in wine, broth, and brandy. Return chicken and half of bacon to pot. Add thyme; season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
  • Cover pot and transfer to oven. Bake until chicken is cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of chicken registers 165°, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a plate; tent with foil to keep warm. Return pot to stove over medium heat. Add butter and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a platter. Pour sauce over. Top with parsley and remaining bacon.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Shakshuka 

Posted on April 29, 2025 by looper
Prevent your screen from going dark

Shakshuka

Print Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion chopped
  • 2 green peppers chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • Pinch red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper
  • 6 medium tomatoes chopped (about 6 cups chopped tomatoes)
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves

Instructions
 

  • Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large cast iron skillet. Add the onions, green peppers, garlic, spices, pinch salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes and tomato sauce. Cover and let simmer for about 15 minutes. Uncover and cook a bit longer to allow the mixture to reduce and thicken. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking.
  • Using a wooden spoon, make 6 indentations, or “wells,” in the tomato mixture (make sure the indentations are spaced out). Gently crack an egg into each indention.
  • Reduce the heat, cover the skillet, and cook on low until the egg whites are set.
  • Uncover and add the fresh parsley and mint. You can add more black pepper or crushed red pepper, if you like. Serve with warm pita, challah, or crusty bread of your choice.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Chickpeas & Spinach

Posted on April 28, 2025 by looper
Prevent your screen from going dark

Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Chickpeas & Spinach

Print Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 cups baby spinach chopped (about 5 ounces)
  • 4 cloves garlic sliced
  • 2 cups tomatoes crushed, canned
  • 15 oz chickpeas canned, rinsed
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 eggs large
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and garlic. Cook, stirring, until the spinach has wilted and the garlic is beginning to brown, about 2 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add tomatoes, chickpeas, cream and salt. Adjust heat to maintain a simmer. Crack an egg into a small bowl, taking care not to break the yolk. Make a well in the sauce roughly large enough to hold the egg and slip it in so that the yolk and most of the white is contained (some white may spread out). Repeat with the remaining eggs, evenly spacing them around the pan. Sprinkle the sauce with thyme; cover and cook until the eggs reach desired doneness, 6 to 8 minutes for medium-set. Remove from the heat and sprinkle with pepper.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Mushroom Cream Sauce

Posted on April 1, 2025April 16, 2025 by looper
Prevent your screen from going dark

Mushroom Cream Sauce

Print Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 10 oz mushrooms sliced
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 cup white wine or rose dry
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan
  • 1 tsp thyme

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil and melt butter in a skillet over medium high heat. Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown
  • Just before they’re done, add the garlic and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until garlic is aromatic
  • Deglaze pan with white wine – it will sizzle!
  • Add broth, cream and Parmesan. Stir, then lower heat to medium so the sauce is simmering
  • Stir occasionally and simmer for 2 – 3 minutes until it thickens
  • Stir in thyme, salt and pepper to taste
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Taco Seasoning

Posted on March 15, 2025 by looper
Prevent your screen from going dark

Taco Seasoning

Print Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika smoked
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • .75 tsp garlic powder
  • .5 tsp red pepper flakes
  • .5 tsp onion powder
  • .5 tsp oregano
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Italian Seasoning

Posted on March 15, 2025 by looper
Prevent your screen from going dark

Italian Seasoning

Print Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp basil
  • 2 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp rosemary
  • 1 tbsp thyme
  • 1 tbsp sage
  • 2 tbsp parsley
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Fajita Seasoning

Posted on March 15, 2025 by looper
Prevent your screen from going dark

Fajita Seasoning

Print Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Black Beans and Rice

Posted on February 17, 2025 by looper
Prevent your screen from going dark

Black Beans and Rice

Print Recipe
Servings 6
Calories 434 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 onions finely chopped
  • 2 green bell peppers chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves chopped
  • 4 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 4 14-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 14-ounce cans diced tomatoes with green chiles drained
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add the oil. Stir in the onions, peppers, garlic, bay leaves and cumin. Stir and cook for 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the rice, black beans, tomatoes, water, vinegar and salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 40 minutes or until the rice is tender. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 434kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 585mgFiber: 9gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 246IUVitamin C: 41mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 4mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
  • Previous
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • …
  • 14
  • Next

Recent Posts

  • Sweet Dinner Rolls
  • Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
  • BigMac Sauce
  • Loubia – Moroccan Stewed White Beans
  • Canned Hot Dogs and Peppers

Recent Comments

No comments to show.

Archives

  • November 2025
  • October 2025
  • September 2025
  • June 2025
  • May 2025
  • April 2025
  • March 2025
  • February 2025
  • January 2025
  • December 2024
  • October 2023
  • September 2023
  • August 2023
  • July 2023
  • June 2023
  • May 2023
  • April 2023
  • March 2023
  • February 2023
  • January 2023

Categories

  • Uncategorized
© 2026 Looper's Cookbook | Powered by Minimalist Blog WordPress Theme