Author Archives: elizabeth
Eggplant Parmesan Medallions
If someone tells you they do not like eggplant, make this recipe for them ~ I hope it will change their mind! Our ichiban plant has produced many beautiful eggplants this season, and we can’t get enough of the flavors it brings to our table. I am a little late getting out the balanced meal [...]
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Grilled Vegetable Panini
Our gas grill gets the most use during the summer months. Grilling vegetables is quick, easy and really brings out the natural flavors of the vegetables. I use grilled vegetables in so many dishes, and I wanted to share one of my panini recipes with you.  A panini is an Italian sandwich that is filled [...]
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Olive Tapenade
Several years ago, my husband traveled to New Orleans for his first visit and fell in love with the famous muffaletta sandwich. His favorite part of the sandwich, surprisingly, was not the meat but the olive tapenade spread.  I decided to create my own olive tapenade, which we both enjoy so much that we [...]
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Baked Summer Peaches
Today I stopped by the farmer’s market and picked up a few fresh peaches. These are so sweet and delicious, that I couldn’t resist. Peaches are versatile and easy to work with. I like to simply bake the peaches with a few ingredients and top them off with freshly made whipped cream. This recipe is [...]
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Homemade Marinara Sauce