Recipe: Truffled Filet Mignon

1/2 lb greens of choice
6 T good EVOO*
2 T chianti wine vinegar*
Sea salt and fresh ground pepper*
2 oz Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese*
4-5 oz filet mignon steaks
White Truffle Oil*
* Available at ATI
Wash and dry the greens.  Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, sea salt, and pepper and set aside.  Make slivers of parmigiano with a vegetable peeler and [...]

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Recipe: Spaghetti with Lemon

2 T coarse sea salt*
1 lb spaghetti*
10 T butter, unsalted
1 T lemon zest
2 T lemon juice
1/2 tsp sea salt*
1/4 tsp fresh ground pepper*
2 handfuls fresh basil, chopped
3/4 c grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese*
Sprigs of basil for garnish
* Available at ATI
Add the coarse sea salt to a large pot of boiling water.  Stir in the spaghetti and cook [...]

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Recipe: Mushroom Pasta Dough

1/3 oz dried porcini mushrooms, chop finely*
2 c AP Flour
2 eggs
1 egg yolk
2 T olive oil*
1/2 tsp sea salt*
1 T fresh parsley, chopped fine
Water, if needed
* Available at ATI
Sift the flour onto a work surface.  Make a well in the middle.  Break in the eggs and extra egg yolk into the well.  Add the oil, [...]

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Recipe: Lentil and Pepper Salad

1 c lentils*
1/3 c good EVOO*
Sea salt and fresh ground pepper*
2 bell peppers (one red and one yellow), cut into a small dice
1 small red onion, sliced thin
1 T Chianti wine vinegar*
* Available at ATI
Put the lentils in a pot with 3 cups water.  Bring the pot to a boil and then cover and simmer for [...]

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Recipe: Torrone Semifreddo

6 oz hard torrone, chop into fine pieces*
6 egg yolks
4 egg whites
6 T sugar
2 c heavy cream
1/2 c dark chocolate, chop into coarse pieces*
1 T dark rum
Pinch of salt*
* Available at ATI
Separate the eggs, place the extra two egg whites into a container and refrigerate for later use.  Add the sugar to the egg yolks and whip [...]

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Recipe: Chestnut & Hazelnut Stuffing

1/2 loaf baguette*
1 c chestnuts, rinsed and chopped*
1 c toasted hazelnuts, chopped*
1 small onion, minced
2 T butter
1 tsp poultry seasoning
1 tsp sea salt*
1/4 c fresh parsley, chopped
2 eggs
1 c milk
* Available at ATI
Cut the bread into small cubes and place in a large bowl.  Stir in the chestnuts and hazelnuts.  In a large frying pan saute the [...]

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Recipe: Red Cabbage Risotto

1 lb red cabbage
2 T good EVOO*
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 c pancetta, minced*
2 garlic cloves, minced
Sea salt and fresh ground pepper*
5 c broth of choice
1-1/2 c carnaroli rice*
1 T butter
1/2 c freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese*
* Available at ATI
Shred the cabbage very finely, you can cut it into thin slices or use a food processor.  [...]

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Recipe: Meatball Soup

Serves 10-12 people (make a big batch or reduce by half)
30 - 1/2 oz cooked meatballs*
1 T dried oregano*
2 tsp fresh ground pepper*
2 tsp roasted granulated garlic*
1 tsp whole fennel seed, crushed*
1/4 tsp controne hot red pepper*
3 T good EVOO*
1 medium onion, chopped
2 large potatoes, cubed
1 package dried porcini mushrooms*
1/4 c balsamic vinegar*
3 boxes Pomi chopped tomatoes*
10 c [...]

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Recipe: Grilled Vegetable & Cheese Panino

1 small eggplant, cut into 1/4″ strips
2 small zucchini, cut into 1/4″ strips
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
3 T good EVOO*
1-1/2 tsp Herbes de Provence*
Sea salt and fresh ground pepper*
8 slices rustic bread of choice
6 T olive bruschetta*
8 oz Pecorino Fresco*
* Available at ATI
Mix the vegetables with the olive oil, herbes de [...]

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Product Review: Balsamic Fish Rub Tin

We started carrying some spices and blends from the Two Spicy Ladies in Roseville, CA.  Mom has been buying spices for a few years from these ladies at Farmer’s Markets when she is down visiting my brother and due to their excellent quality, variety, and freshness we asked them to pack some up for our store.  It’s been [...]

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