Fried Shrimp This was one of our Christmas Eve seven fish dishes (check out our blog for more of our Christmas Eve feast). Always fresh from the fryer and delicious. They are great as a meal served with some sides or as an appetizer dipped in tartar sauce, cocktail sauce or your favorite sauce. Ingredients 2 lbs cleaned and peeled shrimp 1 cup milk 2 eggs 1 cup breadcrumbs 1 cup flour ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper 1 cup extra virgin olive oil for frying Directions 1. Assemble different stations Milk bowl, flour bowl, egg bowl- whisk the […]
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Fried Scallops This was one of our Christmas Eve seven fish dishes (check out our blog for more of our Christmas Eve feast). Always fresh from the fryer and delicious. They are great as a meal served with some sides or as an appetizer dipped in tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or your favorite sauce. Ingredients 2 lbs cleaned and rinsed scallops 1 cup milk 2 eggs 1 cup breadcrumbs 1 cup flour ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper 1 cup extra virgin olive oil for frying Directions 1. Assemble different stations Milk bowl, flour bowl, egg bowl- whisk the […]
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Fried Eggplant This dish is lighter than eggplant parmigiana but it is just as delicious! It works well as an appetizer or side and tastes great when it’s freshly prepared and hot from the skillet . Garnish with basil and serve marinara sauce (see our recipe) on the side for dipping. Ingredients 2 large eggplants Olive oil for frying salt black pepper flour for coating breadcrumbs 2 eggs milk basil leaves for garnish Directions 1. Peel the skin off and slice eggplant thin, about 1/4-inch-thick round pieces. 2. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet and salt both […]
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Fried Calamari This was one of our seven fish on Christmas Eve (see our blog for our complete Christmas Eve feast). Always hot, fresh, and delicious. Calamari is best eaten right away with a side of marinara sauce for dipping. See our marinara recipe Ingredients 2 lbs cleaned calamari- rings and tentacles 1 cup milk 2 eggs 1 cup breadcrumbs 1 cup flour ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper 1 cup extra virgin olive oil for frying Directions Assemble different stations – Milk bowl, flour bowl, egg bowl- whisk the eggs and add the salt and pepper whisk more […]
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Fresh Tomato Salad Nothing says summer better than a fresh garden tomato salad. It is best to use a high-quality olive oil (see our selection under shop). Ingredients 2 ripe beefsteak tomatoes 1 red onion sliced thin ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar ½ tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 8 large basil leaves Directions 1. Cut the tomatoes in ½ than cut each half into 4 pieces (8 pieces per tomato). 2. Place in bowl, add the red onion slices. 3. Add the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Taste and add more seasonings if needed. […]
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Eggplant Parmigiana This is a classic dish, rich in taste, texture and layers. This is a versatile dish, great for large or small gatherings. Can be served as a main dish, side dish or in an Italian hero. Try to find the freshest mozzarella for the best taste. Ingredients 2 large eggplants salt black pepper flour for coating breadcrumbs 2 eggs milk 4 fresh mozzarella balls 2 cup Grated cheese 12 basil leaves For sauce: 2 cans crushed tomatoes 1 can tomato paste 1 cup white wine 4 tablespoons sugar salt black pepper red pepper flakes 4 cloves garlic chopped […]
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Eggplant Caponata This dish is a traditional Sicilian dish. It consists of diced eggplant along with an assortment of vegetables such as onions, bell peppers , celery and tomatoes. It is rich in flavor with just the right amount of sweet from the raisins and salty from the capers. Serves up well with an antipasto platter or cold cut platter. Ingredients Ingredients: 3 tbs extra virgin olive oil 2 medium eggplants – diced 1 onion chopped 2 celery ribs – chopped 3 garlic cloves – chopped 1 cup pitted green olives 3 tbs capers 2/3 cup red vinegar 2 tbs […]
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Caprese Salad This is a quick and easy dish that always looks so festive! It is great for parties and as an appetizer served with some fresh Italian bread. Ingredients 1 fresh mozzarella ball 1 large ripe tomato Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling ½ tsp salt Basil for garnish Directions 1. Slice the tomato thin 2. Slice the mozzarella thin 3. On a plate layer, mozzarella slice, tomato slice, keep layering till finished. 4. Sprinkle with salt, drizzle olive oil and garnish with basil.
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Bruschetta Tasty and colorful finger food. Perfect as an appetizer or along side your antipasto. Ingredients 1 lb plum tomatoes diced1 tsp salt½ tsp pepper1/3 cup fresh basil chopped4 large cloves garlic minced1 loaf Italian bread1 whole clove of garlic for rubbing1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil1 tbsp balsamic vinegar Directions Preheat oven 500 F 1. In a bowl combine the tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let rest for 30 minutes2. Cut the loaf of Italian bread, arrange on baking pan and place in oven for 10-15 minutes. Remove when lightly toasted3. […]
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Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Broccoli rabe and sausage is a dish that combines savory Italian sausage with the slightly bitter, taste of broccoli rabe. This dish is quick and easy to make in a pinch. You can slice the sausage into quarter rounds to cook even faster. Ingredients 1 large bunch broccoli rabe 6 sweet Italian sausages (you can leave whole or cut into chunks) 4 large cloves garlic chopped ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 chicken bouillon cube 1 lemon quartered 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper ¼ tsp red pepper flakes Directions Cover the bottom of […]
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