DIY Salsa Verde Recipe and Benefits of Tomatillos

Name: DIY Tomatillo Salsa Verde Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Ingredients: 5.5 C. husked and cored tomatillos; 1 C. chopped onion; 1 C. chopped peppers (I use a mix of what I have on hand - both hot and mild); 6 cloves of garlic; 1 T Cumin; 1 tsp. Paprika; 1/2tsp. salt; 1/2tsp. pepper; 1/2 C. pickling vinegar; 4 T. Lemon or Lime juice (I have used both with a great result)

by Jenny Irvine // October 18, 2017 // No Comments

Taco Tuesday’s with homemade salsa verde is pretty much music to mine (and my kids) ears (or should I say – tastebuds?).

While, I do love a good traditional salsa. After growing and harvesting our first tomatillos on the homestead. It’s now, safe to say salsa verde has won my heart.

5 Surprising Benefits of Tomatillos

Tomatillos are a good source of fiber, niacin, potassium, and manganese
Tomatillos contain 20% of the daily recommended value of vitamin C
They contain a healthy amount of iron, magnesium, and copper
They contain all the right ingredients for optimal health and nutrition – even a healthy amount of vitamin K
Modern science is currently studying the anti-inflammatory properties of the Tomatillo. According to a study performed at the University of Kansas this magical fruit (yes, it is a fruit) contains a plethora of compounds showing great potential in it’s fight against cancer.

What to you say? Let’s dive in and enjoy some salsa verde!

DIY Salsa Verder Recipe

DIY Tomatillo Salsa Verde Recipe

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Category: Uncategorized

Ingredients

5.5 C. husked and cored tomatillos
1 C. chopped onion
1 C. chopped peppers (I use a mix of what I have on hand - both hot and mild)
6 cloves of garlic
1 T Cumin
1 tsp. Paprika
1/2tsp. salt
1/2tsp. pepper
1/2 C. pickling vinegar
4 T. Lemon or Lime juice (I have used both with a great result)

Instructions

Have jars ready for canning. Sterilized and hot. I heat mine in a big pot of water while I prepare the salsa verde.
Place half the husked, washed, tomatillos under the broiled (on low) for about 10-15 minutes. They will be slightly charred and juicy.
While the are roasting rough chop your onions,peppers, and garlic (I use my vitamix)
Dump your onions, peppers, and garlic into a stock or mixing pot
De-husk and wash remain tomatillos - giving them a quick spin in the Vitamix or food processor.
Add the uncooked tomatillos to your pot of pepper, onions, and garlic.
Remove broiled tomatillos - let cool for a few minutes. Pulse slightly in Vitamix.
All all remaining ingredients to stock pot. Hot tomatillos, vinegar, lemon/lime juice, and spices.
Bring all ingredients to a slow boil - simmer 10-15 minutes.
Carefully ladle how salsa into prepared (hot jars). Placing sterilized lids and bands proces in a water bath for 15 minutes.
Remove, let cool, and listen for that beautiful "POP"!
Enjoy!

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Taco Seasoning Recipe

by Jenny Irvine // May 4, 2016 // No Comments

Homemade taco seasoning is easier to make than you might think. With just a few simple ingredients {ones you likely already have in your pantry} you can have yourself a healthy, homemade Mexican fiesta in no time.

Tacos, enchilada’s, quesadilla’s, and Mexican salad – we love Mexican food here.

Taco’s are quick, easy, and inexpensive to make – I have also found them to be amongst my favorite entertaining foods. You can make most everything ahead of time leaving little to do while your guests are over. The make ahead pre-guest prep allows for less kitchen fuss and more time visiting with friends, family, or neighbors. Why can’t every meal be as easy as tacos?

So, without further ado – here is the recipe we use at My Happy Homestead

Homemade Taco Seasoning

Taco Seasoning DIY

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Category: Uncategorized

Taco Seasoning DIY

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. Chili Powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Instructions

Add all ingredients in a medium sized bowl - combine {whisk or use a fork to blend}. Store in an airtight container or in a *mini-ziplock bag {pre-measured for future use}.
*this is what we do..you can then store the pre-measured bags in one larger ziplock/container to retain freshness.

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The only thing better than taco’s is a “walking taco” for lunch – quick, easy, and minimal mess!

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Left Over Turkey Fiesta Soup

by Jenny Irvine // December 3, 2015 // No Comments

Turkey is one of those things that I love to cook – it is economical, easy, and can feed our family of six for several days. However, one can only eat ‘just turkey’ for so many days, right? So, I am forever trying to play ‘hide the _____’ {you know, it’s kind of like hide the ham at Christmas} Sometimes to create something new all you have to do is think of one of your other favorites – well, that just so happens to be Mexican!

A cup of this, a pinch of that – lets have a fiesta!

Sharing my happy homestead’s turkey fiesta soup recipe after having had quite a few inquires about the soup which I featured on my Instagram feed –

Disclaimer; I tend to cook without measuring and gauge more by taste so I will do my best to give an exact replica but, please note none of my recipes ever quite taste the same.

Left Over Turkey Fiesta Soup

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Category: food, gluten free

Servings: 8 servings

Left Over Turkey Fiesta Soup

Ingredients

1/2 Cup Diced Onion
4 Cups of Chicken Broth/or Stock
4 Cups of Water
1-2 Chicken Bouillon (I use a packet of chicken flavoring from Trader Joe's)
2-3 Cups of cooked Turkey (you could certainly use Chickens too)
1 Can Black Beans (drained)
1 Cup Frozen Corn (I'm sure you could use a can too - just drain first)
1/2 Cup Medium Salsa
Toppings;
Cheese
Sour Cream
Corn Chips

Instructions

In a dutchoven, sauté the onion in a little oil and butter.
Add remaining ingredients; broth, water, bouillon, turkey, black beans, corn, and salsa.
Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 30-40 minutes.
Serve and top with toppings of choice.

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