A wonderful , refreshing, colorful and light salad, this Cherry tomato and beet salad takes advantage of summer's fresh produce and makes a great accompaniment to any al fresco dinner. … [Read more...] about Cherry Tomato and Beet Salad
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Pan Bagnat with Fresh Albacore
Pan Bagnat is an obscure sandwich available at a couple of restaurants locally on their luncheon menus. The versions are quite different and both delicious. One version was truly exceptional, so much so that the first time I ate it I licked my fingers with joy. … [Read more...] about Pan Bagnat with Fresh Albacore
Lahmaçun or Lahmajun
I served Lahmaςun hot from the oven to rave reviews from the boys the other night. A fantastic appetizer for summer parties, or anytime, Turkish spiced lamb pizza topped with tomatoes is delicious. In Turkey and throughout the Mediterranean countries there are many versions … [Read more...] about Lahmaçun or Lahmajun
Peach Blackberry Crostata
The markets are full of peaches, nectarines, and something new I noticed a peacharine. I wanted to play with my ice cream maker again and fresh peach ice cream sounded so delightful. I recently purchased David Lebovitz’s book The Perfect Scoop and so far all of the recipes are … [Read more...] about Peach Blackberry Crostata
Fava Bean Hummus
Wednesday’s Santa Monica Farmers’ Market had so many treasures on display including huge piles of fresh, puffy, bright green fava beans. Luckily, McGrath's Family Farm stand sells fresh shelled fava beans in ½ pound and 1 pound bags. Fava beans or Ava Frescas, or some call … [Read more...] about Fava Bean Hummus
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