Green Confetti “Pancakes”

Created by Chef Ryan Pera for the Recipe for Success Foundation’s Seed-to-Plate Nutrition Education™ program at NQ Henderson Elementary School.

Green Confetti Pancakes
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Not really pancakes, more like a kid-version cross between crepes and flatbread, these make a great vehicle for dips or pizza.
Servings Prep Time
6 servings 15 minutes
Cook Time
42 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 servings 15 minutes
Cook Time
42 minutes
Green Confetti Pancakes
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Not really pancakes, more like a kid-version cross between crepes and flatbread, these make a great vehicle for dips or pizza.
Servings Prep Time
6 servings 15 minutes
Cook Time
42 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 servings 15 minutes
Cook Time
42 minutes
Ingredients
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Instructions
Prepare
  1. Prepare your mise en place.
  2. Preheat the oven to 200°F.
  3. Roll out the dough and divide it into 6 portions. Cover with plastic wrap.
  4. Finely dice the green leafy vegetables
  5. Divide the vegetables into 6 equal portions
  6. Sprinkle a clean flat surface with flour. Place one piece of dough on the floured surface.
Assemble "Pancakes"
  1. Using a rolling pin, flatten one of the balls of dough into a circle about 7 inches across.
  2. Brush ¼ teaspoon sesame oil onto the round of dough. Sprinkle a pinch of salt onto the round of dough Then spread the oil and salt around with your fingers to completely coat the round.
  3. Sprinkle one portion of the vegetables onto the round. Lightly press the vegetables into the dough with your fingers.
  4. Fold the round in half and then fold in half again. Roll into a ball with your hands.
  5. Sprinkle the dough ball with a little flour. Flatten it with your hand and roll it out again into a circle about 5 inches in diameter.
  6. Repeat with the remaining 5 dough balls.
Cook the "Pancakes"
  1. Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat. Spray with cooking spray.
  2. Add one of the dough circles to the pan and cook on one side for 4 minutes or until the bottom side is browned (don’t be scared to take a peek underneath with a pancake turner to lift the edge).
  3. Flip the pancake over with a spatula or pancake turner. Cook the other side for about 4 more minutes or until the bottom is browned.
  4. Remove your pancake to a baking sheet. Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven to keep it warm while you cook the remaining dough circles.
  5. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes

Use this recipe as a fun flatbread topped with your favorite veggies and cheese or serve it with Ginger Lime Dipping Sauce--another recipe from Chef Pera.

Variations
• Add some color…try adding some grated carrots to the pancakes when adding the green leafy vegetables.

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Roasted Vegetables with Gremolata

Roasted Vegetables with Gremolata
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Roast The Vegetables
  1. Prepare your mise en place.
  2. Cut the carrots and parsnips in half lengthwise and again crosswise.
  3. Cut the turnips halves into 1-inch wedges.
  4. Place the carrots, parsnips, turnips, Brussels sprouts and shallots in a large bowl. Drizzle with tablespoons of the oil. Toss to combine.
  5. Line a sheet pan with foil and arrange the vegetables in one layer on top of the foil, sprinkle with salt and ground black pepper.
  6. Place the sheet pan in the oven. Roast the vegetables for 50 minutes or until tender and nicely browned.
  7. Remove sheet pan from the oven. Transfer the vegetables to a large platter; cover to keep warm
The Gremolata
  1. Grate the yellow peel (the zest) of the lemon with a grater or a microplane until you have accumulated a tablespoon. Avoid the bitter white part (the pith).
  2. Cut the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice into a bowl and remove the seeds.
  3. Place the walnuts in a jar chopper and coarsely chop.
  4. Transfer the walnuts to a bowl. Add all of the cheese, parsley, garlic and lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of oil. Stir to combine.
Serve It Up
  1. Spread the gremolata evenly over the warm vegetables and gently toss to coat.
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Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts

Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts
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The Sprouts
  1. Prepare your mise en place.
  2. Cut each sprout in half lengthwise and then in half again to make little wedges.
  3. Place a veggie steamer into the bottom of a saucepot that has a lid, and add water to just below the steamer.
  4. Bring water to a boil over high heat.
  5. When you can see that the water is bubbling, place the 16 sprouts into the steamer and put on the lid.
  6. Steam for 8 minutes or until the sprouts are bright green. Remove from heat immediately.
  7. Lift the steamer out of the pan using tongs or wearing an oven mitt, and discard the water.
  8. Dump the cooked sprouts back into the hot pan.
Layer The Flavors
  1. Mix together the oil, honey and vinegar in a jar with a lid and shake to emulsify.
  2. Immediately pour the oil, honey and vinegar mixture into the hot sprouts, stir to coat.
  3. Add the chopped walnuts, and stir to mix well.
  4. Taste and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve hot as a side dish or cold as part of a salad.
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Broccoli and Leek Soup

Broccoli and Leek Soup
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Servings Prep Time
6 servings 10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 servings 10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Broccoli and Leek Soup
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6 servings 10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 servings 10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
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Prepare the Vegetables
  1. Prepare your mise en place.
  2. Cut the green stalk off of the leek. Slice the white portion down the middle, lengthwise, then rinse under running water. Cut into small pieces. Place into a mixing bowl.
  3. Remove the skin and cut the onion into small pieces. Add to bowl.
  4. Cut the celery into small pieces. Add to bowl.
  5. Peel and cut the potato into small pieces and place in a separate bowl.
  6. Cut the stem off of the broccoli and chop into small pieces. Add to the bowl with the potato.
  7. Cut the florets from the broccoli, then slice the stem into half inch pieces. Set aside.
Start the Soup
  1. Place a stockpot over medium heat; add 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  2. Add onions, leeks, and celery and sauté until they begin to turn translucent. Add ½ tablespoon salt.
  3. Add the potato and broccoli stem. Cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the broccoli florets. Cook for 5 minutes
  5. Add the stock and water and simmer 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork tender. There should be at least an inch of liquid over the vegetables; add water as needed.
  6. Remove from heat. Puree with an immersion blender, blender or food processor.
  7. Stir in yogurt and Parmesan cheese.
  8. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  9. Using the peeler, make long ribbons of purple carrots.
Serve
  1. Ladle soup into individual bowls.
  2. Garnish soup with purple carrot ribbons or sliced radish. Enjoy!
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Fresh Fish with Roasted Vegetables

Fresh Fish with Roasted Vegetables
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4 servings 5 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 servings 5 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Fresh Fish with Roasted Vegetables
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Servings Prep Time
4 servings 5 minutes
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Roast Vegetables
  1. Prepare your mise en place.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  3. Place all of the vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Season with garlic, salt, black pepper, allspice, and chili flakes. Drizzle with olive oil. Toss the mixture thoroughly to combine.
  4. Line a sheet pan with foil.
  5. Turn seasoned vegetable mixture on to sheet pan. Spread the vegetables out on the pan.
  6. Place pan in oven. Roast for 7 minutes. Remove from oven.
Roast Fish
  1. Cut fish fillets into 2 inch pieces.
  2. Season fish pieces with salt and black pepper.
  3. Place the fish pieces on top of the vegetables.
  4. Return fish and vegetables to the oven. Roast for 8 minutes.
  5. Remove from oven.
  6. Squeeze limes over fish and vegetables.
  7. Sprinkle basil on top.
  8. Serve while hot. Enjoy!
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