Vanilla Lemonade
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In this vanilla lemonade, the vanilla rounds out the tartness of the lemon and is an amazing classy twist to regular old lemonade.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 3 slices lemon peel
- 1 vanilla bean
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- cheesecloth (to strain syrup)
- 8 lemons (juiced, strained of pulp and seeds)
- 10 cups water
- 1 cup vanilla lemon syrup ((the above recipe))
- lemon slices (for garnish)
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Italian Meatball Sandwiches
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Delicious meatballs nestled in Italian bread, draped with fresh mozzarella and toasted to perfection. This recipe is a family favorite!
- 3/4 pound ground beef chuck
- 3/4 pound ground turkey
- 1 large egg
- 1 shallot (finely diced)
- 2 clove garlic (finely minced)
- 1 handful parsley (chopped)
- 3/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan
- olive oil
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 pinch sugar (optional)
- slices mozzarella cheese
- 2 Italian baguettes (depending on size)
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Mini Tuna Melts
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These mini tuna melts are loaded with flavor and not the calories! Tuna is tossed with tomatoes, capers, shallots and a simple red wine vinaigrette.
- 12 ounces low-sodium albacore tuna in water (drained)
- 1 shallot (diced small)
- 1/2 roma tomato (seeded and diced small)
- 2 tablespoons capers (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons light olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- pinch kosher salt (or more to taste)
- freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 16 mini pitas
- 1/2 cup freshly crumbled feta cheese
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Sangria Granitas
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Sangria Granita: I took my favorite summer beverage and turned it into an icy cold grantia. Great for gatherings or sitting out on your deck with a book!
- 3/4 cup cabernet sauvignon
- 1/2 cup water
- 6 tablespoons turbinado sugar
- 1/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 small lemon (freshly squeezed)
- 1 small lime (freshly squeezed)
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Fresh Tomato Vinaigrette
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Fresh tomato is used to make this light tomato vinaigrette. Drizzle over your favorite leafy green salad and enjoy! Recipe yields 8 (2 tablespoon) servings.
- 1 medium tomato (halved with stem removed)
- 1 tablespoon minced shallot
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra light olive oil
- kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)
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Dark Chocolate Dipped Ice Cream Cones
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Build your own drumsticks by melting chocolate into sugar cones.
Caesar Romaine Wedge Salad
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This Caesar romaine wedge salad is a fun spin on a traditional wedge salad. Perfect for a small gather yet easy enough for a larger dinner party!
- 4 slices bacon (cubed and cooked until crispy)
- 2 medium romaine lettuce (halved lengthwise)
- 1/2 cup caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
- freshly ground black pepper
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Simple Spaghetti Carbonara
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In this Spaghetti Carbonara, hot pasta is tossed in a Parmesan egg mixture and then topped with crispy pieces of bacon and more grated cheese!
- 1 pound spaghetti noodles
- 1 tablespoon sea salt (for pasta water)
- 8 ounces slab bacon
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated romano cheese
- black pepper
- fresh parsley (torn for garnish)
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Grilled Maple Honey Glazed Pork Chops
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Probably the easiest and best tasting pork chop you'll ever have.
- 4 thick boneless top loin pork chops (about 3/4-inches thick)
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- 3/4 cup real maple syrup
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
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Mediterranean Pizza
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My version of a favorite pizza-chain's Spicy Mediterranean but with a twist, homemade Roasted Red Pepper Pizza Sauce.
- 1 recipe homemade pizza dough
- 1 tablespoons semolina
- roasted red pepper pizza sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup mild or spicy banana pepper rings
- fresh oregano leaves (torn for serving)
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