One of my favorite upper New England treats is the Lobster Roll. Unfortunately, Lobster is prohibitively expensive on the West Coast, when it can even be found. Furthermore, many recipes for Lobster rolls use so much mayonnaise, or other binder that the taste and flavor of the seafood is entirely overwhelmed. My seafood rolls use shrimp, crab and scallops as the base and a light yogurt based binder to provide a tasty summer treat with a very California flair. These are particularly loved by children, and make an excellent potluck contribution (although grab one fast if you want one — they always go fast).
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Archive for May, 2008
There are a great many summer dishes which require some kind of shrimp, everything from Caesar Salads, to Shrimp Rolls. This recipe provides a bit more flavor and flair than simply boiling the shrimp without the hassle of some other recipes. These shrimp can also be served hot or cold.
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Among my favorite salads is the Caesar Salad. Unfortunately, several of the people who regularly eat my cooking do not tolerate garlic well. Over time I have come up with a simple and reliable recipe for a light (not gloppy) and tasty caesar dressing entirely garlic free. (Of course, you may also add garlic to this recipe, as indicated by the optional garlic).
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With the running of the 134th Kentucky Derby this weekend it seemed like a good time to post a recipe for that most famous of Derby treats, Kentucky Derby Pie (admittedly, the Mint Julep is pretty famous too, but those are easy to make). This delicious pie shares something in common with the Pecan Pie, but with a rich chocolate note, and an undertone of Bourbon, it’s got a Kentucky flavor all it’s own.
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