Celebrating the Mediterranean lifestyle one delicious dish at a time.
Recipes for appetizers.
Clafoutis are a little bit like a Dutch Baby and are usually sweet made with cherries or other fruit. This savory version pairs the sweetness of fresh cherry tomatoes with thyme, Brie, and Parmesan and is beautiful for a family brunch or light summer dinner. Serve it with a glass of sparkling wine. INGREDIENTS 2 …
These chickpea fries are delicious with sundried tomato aioli. Traditional panelle are a little thinner and wider served as an appetizer or vegetarian panini filling. In Liguria these fries are called “Panisse.” The long square shape allows for the optimal crispy surface and the perfect accompaniment to the aioli. Serves 4-6 as an appetizer INGREDIENTS …
This appetizer of fried eggplant with peppers, onions, and garlic has been a staple of Sicilian cuisine for centuries; there are as many variations of this dish as their are kitchens in Sicily. I learned to make it from a chef in Ortigia and he was adamant about the proper ingredients. I have modified the …
This classic Italian recipe is perfect for early summer when the zucchini blossoms are abundant. Use the male flowers (the ones with the single stamen covered in pollen); these don’t produce fruit, but just pollinate the female flowers. Serves 8-10 Recipe courtesy of Jennifer McIlvane www.lifeitalianstyle.com Ingredients about 15 -20 zucchini flowers 500g (1 pound) …
These little puffs of deliciousness are nice as an appetizer or as part of an afternoon tea party. Serve with Stilton, chutney and a sparkling beverage. INGREDIENTS 2 large eggs 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for tins 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/8 teaspoon Controne Pepper Flakes by Michele Ferrante 1 …
The sweet and savory flavors of this chutney are the perfect complement to roasted pork tenderloin, grilled chicken. Spread it on sandwiches made with smoked turkey, or serve it with our Stilton Gougére. Makes ½ pint INGREDIENTS 2 ripe D’Anjou pears, peeled, cored, and roughly chopped 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive …
This savory sauce has its origins in the Catalan region of Spain, but ours is full of the flavors of Italy.
We like thin, crispy crust for my pizza and this recipe makes it easy! INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon active dry yeast 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 1/2 teaspoons salt Semolina flour for sprinkling DIRECTIONS Stir together 1 1/3 cups …
Serve this refreshing soup at room temperature in little glasses as a starter for a summer meal. This version was inspired by Chef Giselle in Provence. 8 small servings INGREDIENTS 5 slices stale artisan bread, crust removed Water 5 large ripe tomatoes (or 1-28 ounce can of peeled tomatoes) 2 Persian cucumbers, peeled, chopped 1 …
Romesco Sauce is a savory and healthy combination of almonds, roasted peppers, tomatoes and garlic. Serve with any fish or meat, or on crusty bread. Be careful…it’s addicting! Makes about 2 cups INGREDIENTS 1 1-inch thick slice of crusty bread, crust removedand cut into 1-inch cubes 1 large tomato 5 cloves garlic 1/2 cup almonds …