Eggs alla Putanesca Eggs alla puttanesca is a delicious and flavorful dish that puts a twist on the classic Italian pasta sauce, puttanesca. Ingredients: 20 oz. Tomato Sauce (I use 1 can of Cento certified San Marzano tomatoes) 1/3 cup Black olives 4 Eggs 2 Tbsp. capers, washed 1 Rosemary sprig, chopped 4 Garlic cloves, […]
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Vegetable Bird’s Nests (Kakiage Tempura) Kakiage tempura is a type of Japanese tempura dish that consists of a mixture of thinly sliced vegetables, such as onions, carrots, that are lightly battered and deep-fried until crispy. The term “kakiage” refers to the technique of mixing the ingredients together into a loose batter before frying. Kakiage tempura
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Salmon Gravlax Gravlax is a traditional Nordic dish of raw salmon that has been cured in salt, sugar, and dill. The name gravlax comes from the Scandinavian word “gravad lax,” which means “buried salmon.” Historically, the salmon was cured by burying it in the sand above the high tide line, but nowadays it is usually
Charleston Crab Cakes Charleston crab cakes are a traditional dish from the coastal city of Charleston, South Carolina. They are typically made with fresh lump crab meat, breadcrumbs, herbs, and spices, and are pan-fried or baked until crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. Ingredients: 1 pound fresh lump crab meat 1 cup
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Chicken Empanadas Meaty delicious little pockets loaded with shredded chicken, onions, peppers and garlic, these chicken empanadas are fast favorites. They’re the opposite of fancy and the epitome of savory goodness. Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil ½ cup onion, minced 1 red bell pepper, minced 1 yellow or orange bell pepper, minced 4 garlic cloves,
Fried Green Tomatoes Fried green tomatoes are a classic Southern dish made with sliced unripe green tomatoes. They’re a must-have during summer when tomatoes are in season! Ingredients 4 large green tomatoes 2 eggs ½ cup milk 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ cup cornmeal ½ cup bread crumbs 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt ¼
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Vegetable Kebabs Vegetable kabobs are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a variety of vegetables, either as a main dish or a side dish. The basic idea is to skewer chopped or sliced vegetables and cook them over a grill or in the oven. These healthy grilled Vegetable Kebabs are the best way to
Puerto Rican Piononos Pionono (Stuffed Fried Plantain) — savory plantain rolls stuffed with a tasty beef filling. An out-of-this-world Puerto Rican snack that’ll remind you of sunshine and the blue sea. Truly a delectably sweet plantain and savory beef combo rolled into one! Ingredients 3 ripe plantains 4 eggs lightly beaten 2 tablespoons olive oil
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The Famous La Scala Chopped Salad La Scala is a restaurant set in Beverly Hills, California, that is famous for their chopped salad. It is packed with savory ingredients like marinated garbanzo beans, cheese, and salami and topped with a vinaigrette recipe that dates back to the 50’s. INGREDIENTS Salad: 1 head iceberg lettuce rinsed
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Ceviche Ceviche is a popular dish in many Latin American countries, particularly in Peru. It is typically made with raw fish that is marinated in citrus juices, such as lime or lemon juice, which “cooks” the fish by denaturing its proteins. Other ingredients may include onion, cilantro, chili peppers, salt, and sometimes additional seasonings like