August 2024 – Hidden Acres Produce

Air Fryer Okra Fries

Place washed, dried and halved okra in a large bowl.
Drizzle avocado oil over the okra and toss to combine.
Add the salt, spices and Cornstarch to the bowl and stir until combined. All pieces of okra should be evenly coated with the mixture.
Place the seasoned okra onto the trays (or in the basket) of an air fryer in a single layer.
Air fry at 400°F for 20 minutes, rotating trays or shaking basket halfway through cooking time.
Remove once the okra is crispy and golden brown around edges.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve as a side dish or as “fries” with your favorite dipping sauce.

INGREDIENTS
1 medium Eggplant or 2 small Eggplants (~1 lb; cut into uniform 1/2″ thick slices)
2 tbsp Olive oil
Sea salt
Black pepper
1/2 cup Marinara sauce
1 1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 oz Mini pepperoni slices
*Any preferred toppings: fresh basil, peppers, onions, spinach, sausage, garlic, pesto, etc.

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F . Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on the lined baking sheet. Brush or spray both sides lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper. Bake for about 15 minutes, until the eggplant is soft and golden.
Step 3: Spread about 2 teaspoons marinara sauce on each eggplant slice. Sprinkle each with about 2 tablespoons shredded cheese. Top with Italian seasoning and pepperoni slices.
Step 4: Set the oven to broil and return to the oven. Bake for about 5 more minutes, until the cheese is melted and slightly browned.

1 Spaghetti Squash (medium size)
1/2 – 1 cup pasta sauce (adjust according to preference)
1/2 – 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (adjust according to preference)
Salt & Pepper (to taste)
Optional: fresh garlic (fresh chopped basil , dried oregano or Italian seasoning)

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease with olive oil or cooking spray.
With a sharp knife, carefully cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise. With a spoon, gently remove seeds and discard. Place spaghetti squash cut side down on baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes or until a fork can pierce the shell easily.
Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. With a fork, loosen and separate spaghetti squash strands from shell. Reserve shells.
Place strands in a bowl. Mix strands with pasta sauce (and additional spices, if you wish). Adjust the amount of sauce you use based on your own preference. Spoon mixture back into the empty shell. If you have enough strands, you may be able to separate the mixture into each of the two shells, but you may also be able to spoon the entire mixture into just one of the shell halves. Sprinkle with mozzarella
Bake for 7-9 minutes or until cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly browned. Spoon and serve directly from shell.