Peach Sangria

Peach Sangria 1 (750 milliliter) bottle dry white wine 3/4 cup peach flavored vodka 6 tablespoons frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed 1/4 cup white sugar 1 pound white peaches, pitted and sliced 3/4 cup seedless red grapes, halved 3/4…

Grilled Eggplant with Feta Pesto

Grilled Eggplant with Feta Pesto 1-2 medium sized “Sicilian” eggplant 1/2 cup of basil (finely minced) 1/2 cup of parsley (finely minced) 1 cloves of garlic (finely minced) 2-3 tablespoons of low salt French feta 1/4 cup of…

Chicken and Cabbage Stir Fry

Chicken and Cabbage Stir Fry 1 1/3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4), cut into 1-inch pieces 1 tablespoon plus 4 teaspoons soy sauce 3 tablespoons dry sherry 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 onion,…

Herbed New Potatoes

Herbed New Potatoes 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 2 1/2 pounds new potatoes, scrubbed but not peeled 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons chopped mixed fresh green herbs, such…

Open Face Eggplant Sandwich

Open Face Eggplant Sandwich Eight 1/2-inch-thick slices of peasant bread Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing One 1 1/4-pound eggplant, sliced crosswise 1 inch thick Salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 plum tomatoes, sliced crosswise…

Mexican Street Corn (Elotes)

Mexican Street Corn (Elotes) 4 ears corn 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 1/2 cups sour cream 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan 1 lime, juiced Red chili powder, to taste 2 limes cut into wedges, for…

Cabbage and Bell Pepper Slaw

Cabbage and Bell Pepper Slaw 1⁄2 cup sugar 1⁄2 cup white vinegar 1⁄4 cup vegetable oil 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder (or to taste) 7 cups green cabbage, shredded (1 medium cabbage) 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and thinly…

Baked Eggplant and Goat Cheese Stacks

Baked Eggplant and Goat Cheese Stacks 1 eggplant, about 1 pound, peeled 1 cup panko bread crumbs ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan 2 large eggs ½ cup all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 small log goat cheese, sliced 10…

Peach and Blueberry Crumble

Peach and Blueberry Crumble For the fruit: 1.5 pounds firm, ripe peaches (5 to 6 peaches) 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup fresh…

Blueberry Muffins

Blueberry Muffins 1 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour 3⁄4 cup white sugar 1⁄2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 1⁄3 cup vegetable oil 1 egg 1⁄3 cup milk cup fresh blueberries 1⁄2 cup white sugar 1⁄3 cup all-purpose…

Oven Baked Parmesan Green Beans

Oven Baked Parmesan Green Beans 1 pound fresh green beans, washed and trimmed 3 tablespoons olive oil ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper ½ teaspoon paprika Preheat the oven…

Garlic and Olive Oil Sautéed Green Beans

Garlic and Olive Oil Sautéed Green Beans 1 pound green beans, ends popped or chopped off 2 tsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced salt & pepper Prepare green beans and bring a pot of water to a boil. Allow green beans to boil…