Cuisinart DLC-2007N DLC-2007N Manual - Page 32

Cranberry Relish with Toasted Walnuts Fast and fresh, this relish is delicious with roast turkey, chicken, pork or ham. Makes 2 cups 1/2 cup walnut halves 1/2 cup sugar 5 strips orange zest 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (do not thaw if using frozen berries) 1/2 large navel orange, peeled, cut into quarters Preheat oven to 350° F. Place walnuts in a baking pan and toast until golden brown and fragrant, about 8 to 10 minutes. Cool slightly. Insert metal blade in food processor. Process sugar and zest until finely chopped, about 45 seconds. Add cranberries, orange and reserved nuts; pulse until coarsely chopped, about 10 to 12 times. Pulse several more times if a finer consistency is desired. This relish may be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use. Preparation: 5 - 10 minutes Nutritional analysis per 2 tablespoons: Calories 52 (29% from fat) • carb. 9g • pro. 1g • fat 2g sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 0mg • fiber 1g Simple Tomato Sauce A simple marinara sauce for pasta, or when reduced, a tasty topping for homemade pizzas. Makes 2 cups tomato sauce for pasta / 1-1/4 cups tomato sauce for pizza. 1 small onion (3 ounces), cut in 1-inch pieces 3/4 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, peeled 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1 can (19-ounce) plum tomatoes, with juices 1 sprig fresh basil (6 - 8 large leaves) 2 tablespoons dry white wine or vermouth 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, to taste, for a spicier sauce) Insert the metal blade. Pulse to chop the onion, 10 times. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a 2-quart saucepan. Add the onion, garlic, and oregano. Cook, stirring for 2 to 3 minutes, until the onions begin to soften and the oregano becomes fragrant. Add the canned tomatoes with their juices, basil sprigs, wine and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover loosely and simmer for 50 to 60 minutes. Turn off the heat and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Stir in the black pepper and optional red pepper flakes. 31