Compost Plate Recipe
Our version of Rochester's 'Garbage Plate' with mac salad, sweet potato salad, spicy meat sauce, balsamic field greens & your choice of protein.
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Ingredients
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Mac Salad
Sweet Potato Salad
Spicy Meat Sauce
Balsamic Field Greens
Protein Options
Method
Mac Salad Preparation
- 1
Cook the Macaroni
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the macaroni, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
Sweet Potato Salad Preparation
- 3
Roast the Sweet Potatoes
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, honey, cinnamon, and salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- 4
Add Parsley
Once roasted, remove from the oven and toss with chopped parsley. Let cool before serving.
Spicy Meat Sauce Preparation
- 5
Cook the Meat
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
Balsamic Field Greens Preparation
- 7
Prepare the Greens
In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss well and set aside.
Assemble the Compost Plate
- 8
Plate the Dish
On a large plate, create sections for the mac salad, sweet potato salad, and spicy meat sauce. Add a serving of balsamic field greens and your choice of protein.
- 9
Serve
Enjoy your delicious Compost Plate!
