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Celebrate Sicily Day Seven: Sicilian Salad Caponata
You’ll find this type of salad on almost every table in Sicily, everyone has their own recipe. When you see it on a menu, its often called, “caponata siciliana”. My recipe uses roasted veggies, two of which are ubiquitous in Sicily – eggplant and fennel. I’ve included...
Spicy Tuesday – Roasted Radish Toast – Parsley
Whew! It still feels like winter in Atlanta. We’re ready for spring – but until it arrives, we’re taking every opportunity to check out the farmers markets and see what is new. This past weekend – radishes appeared in lots of stalls. March – May is the typical “radish...
Friday Four 122019: Secret Sicilian Sautéed Shrimp
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Secret Sicilian Sautéed Shrimp 4 TB Sliced Garlic 1 Tsp Oregano 1- 2 Hot Peppers or Combo Hot and Sweet, Seeded and Thinly Sliced 2 TB Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 – 2 LB Large Shrimp, Deveined and Shelled ½ Cup Sicilian White Wine 1 – 2 TB Lemon...
Friday Four – Happy Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen – 121319
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Refrigerator Tomato Jam and Spiced Nuts 2 (15 oz) Cans Fire-Roasted Diced Tomatoes 1 Jalapeño, Seeded and Minced 1/2 Cup Turbinado or Raw Sugar 1/2 Cup Sherry Vinegar 1/2 Tsp Fine Sea Salt In a medium sauté pan, combine the tomatoes with their...
Friday Four 120619: Yummy Stuffed Mushrooms, an Easy Holiday APP
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Mushroom Stuffed Mushrooms 16 OZ Baby Bella Mushrooms 3 TB Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided Sprinkle of Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper 3 TB Cilantro, minced 3 TB Green Onions (both green & white parts), minced ½ Cup Water Chestnuts,...
Spicy Tuesday – Luscious Beet Hummus – Thyme
This Hummus will be a perfect make-ahead treat for your ghosts and goblins – whether they are out being spooky or having fun answering the door. This recipe shakes up the tried and true just a little bit. No beans, instead we’re using olive oil for creaminess and...
Spicy Tuesday – Tailgating Time! Cheese and Cauliflower Stuffed Peppers – Basil and Mint
It's the tailgating, football watching time of the year! We love the sweet baby peppers that add flavor and health to any occasion! The tiny colorful gems are a great low calorie, easy way to serve up yummy stuffing like this savory cheese and cauliflower filling. We...
Friday Four 091319: Hatch Chile Bruschetta
No. 1 : Quick Recipe Hatch Chile Bruschetta 4 - 6 Hatch Chilies 1 (8 OZ) Log Soft Goat Cheese ¼ Cup Chopped Cilantro ½ Cup Chopped Kalamata Olives 1 Cup Quartered Grape Tomatoes One Whole Wheat Baguette Step One Cut the stem end of the Hatch Chile off and make a slit...