Posts for September 2nd 2010

Appetizers

Grilled Sweet-and-Spicy Shrimp With Mint Dipping Sauce

From Bon AppétitGrilled Sweet-and-Spicy Shrimp With Mint Dipping SauceIngredients1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar 3 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 pounds large uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined 2 cups (packed) fresh mint leaves Metal skewers Directions Mix brown sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons oil, lemon peel, cayenne pepper, and salt in medium bowl to blend.

From Bon Appétit

Grilled Sweet-and-Spicy Shrimp With Mint Dipping Sauce

Grilled Sweet-and-Spicy Shrimp with Mint Dipping Sauce Recipe 2010-09-02 16:28:08

Ingredients

1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
3 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 pounds large uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined
2 cups (packed) fresh mint leaves
Metal skewers

Directions

  1. Mix brown sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons oil, lemon peel, cayenne pepper, and salt in medium bowl to blend. Add shrimp and stir to coat. Let marinate 30 minutes or up to 1 hour.
  2. Meanwhile, place mint, remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice, and remaining 1/2 cup oil in processor. Blend until mint is finely chopped and mixture is smooth, scraping down sides occasionally. Season mint dipping sauce with salt.
  3. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Thread shrimp onto skewers. Grill shrimp until just cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Serve with mint dipping sauce.

Makes 12 first-course or 6 main-course servings.

Dessert

Name That Dish!

This Japanese dessert, which comes in multiple flavors, would be the perfect sweet ending to a sushi dinner.
This Japanese dessert, which comes in multiple flavors, would be the perfect sweet ending to a sushi dinner. Especially if you're enjoying an Indian Summer. Do you know what it's called?

Picture of Japanese Dessert

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This Frittata Is Fast, Easy, and Filling

For some reason, I only make frittatas for special occasions, like a holiday brunch or a bridal shower lunch.

For some reason, I only make frittatas for special occasions, like a holiday brunch or a bridal shower lunch. I've got to get more into them (and so should you) because they are absolutely delicious and very versatile. A frittata can be consumed at breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and can be filled with tons of ingredients. This recipe uses mustard greens, onions, and parmesan cheese. The flavorful combination of bitter greens and sweet onions work sublimely here. Instead of cooking it over the stove, I poured the egg mixture into a nine-by-13-inch pan that was lined with parchment paper; then I baked the whole thing in the oven like a crustless quiche. It was easier to slice into bite-sized portions and serve on toothpicks. However, if it was on the menu at a leisurely brunch, it would be fun to bring the saute pan to the table and let guests slice their own piece. This frittata would pair well with smoked salmon, roasted cherry tomatoes, or sparkling wine. To add a great frittata recipe to your rotation, keep reading.

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La Bomba Daiquiri

From Food & WineLa Bomba Daiquiri Ingredients5 raspberries Ice 2 ounces white rum 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice 1/2 ounce Simple Syrup 1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses Directions In a cocktail shaker, muddle the raspberries.

From Food & Wine

La Bomba Daiquiri

Raspberry Daiquiri Recipe 2010-09-02 13:58:29

Ingredients

5 raspberries
Ice
2 ounces white rum
3/4 ounce fresh lime juice
1/2 ounce Simple Syrup
1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses

Directions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the raspberries.
  2. Add ice and all of the remaining ingredients and shake well. Double strain into a chilled coupe.

Makes 1 drink.

summer

Tomato Tart

From Martha Stewart Tomato TartIngredients1 head garlic 3 tablespoons olive oil All-purpose flour, for dusting 1/2 Pie Dough 2 ounces Italian fontina cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup) 1 1/2 pounds firm but ripe tomatoes (4 medium), cored and sliced 1/4 inch Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

From Martha Stewart

Tomato Tart

Tomato Tart Recipe 2010-09-02 13:19:38

Ingredients

1 head garlic
3 tablespoons olive oil
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1/2 Pie Dough
2 ounces Italian fontina cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)
1 1/2 pounds firm but ripe tomatoes (4 medium), cored and sliced 1/4 inch Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place garlic on a piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Wrap to enclose garlic in foil, and place on a small baking sheet. Bake until soft and golden brown and the tip of a knife easily pierces the flesh, about 45 minutes. Remove from oven; set aside.
  2. Raise oven temperature to 450 degrees. When garlic is cool enough to handle, using either your hands or the dull end of a large knife, squeeze the cloves out of their skins and into a small bowl; mash with a fork, and set aside. Discard the papery skins.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to a 1/8-inch-thick circle, about 12 inches in diameter. With a dry pastry brush, brush off the excess flour; roll the dough around the rolling pin, and lift it over a 10-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Line the pan with the dough, pressing it into the corners. Trim the dough so that it is flush with the edges; transfer to the refrigerator to chill, about 30 minutes.
  4. Spread roasted garlic evenly on the chilled crust. Sprinkle with half of the cheese. Arrange the tomatoes on top of the cheese, in an overlapping circular pattern. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with remaining cheese, and drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Transfer to oven.
  5. Reduce temperature to 400 degrees. and bake until crust is golden and tomatoes are soft but still retain their shape, 45 to 55 minutes. Transfer to wire rack to cool for 20 minutes, and serve warm.

Serves 8.

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Savory Sight: Jovino Firecracker Shrimp Salad

YumSugar member tsharp25 has our mouths watering for some grilled shrimp with this savory shot.

YumSugar member tsharp25 has our mouths watering for some grilled shrimp with this savory shot.

With our FreshGuide coups in hand, the roomie and I managed to order ourselves silly at Jovino on Sunday. There was no resisting a glass or two of the refreshing Sangria, herb fries, steaming hot curry, and, of course, the firecracker shrimp salad! The grilled shrimp and super spicy sauce hits the spot every time.

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Come Party With Me

Come Party With Me: Labor Day — Drinks

Although Labor Day is an American holiday, I'm suggesting that you serve a classic British cocktail, Pimm's Cup, at your barbecue.


Although Labor Day is an American holiday, I'm suggesting that you serve a classic British cocktail, Pimm's Cup, at your barbecue. Why? Because it's a refreshing and wonderful drink! It's fruity, gingery, and not too strong. This punch-like libation requires a special spirit, Pimm's No. 1, that's readily available at most liquor stores. The recipe serves four, but I would plan on doubling it. A Pimm's Cup is so delicious that you and your guests will be craving seconds. Look at a recipe after the break.