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Caponata (Eggplant Stew)

20 August 2013 by Paola 2 Comments

Caponata

Caponata is a delicious dish, typical of the Sicilian cuisine made with sautéed vegetables (mostly eggplants) and seasoned with sweet and sour sauce.  Sicilians are very proud of it because it is made only native Sicilian ingredients. It can be served cold either as an appetizer or as a side dish, but you can also… 

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Filed Under: Something seasonal, Vegetables Tagged With: Celery, Cucunci cappers, Eggplant, Olives, Onion, Pepper, Pine nuts, S. Marzano tomatoes, Sugar, Vinegar

Insalata di Lenticchie (Lentil Salad)

7 August 2013 by Paola 2 Comments

This lentil salad with fresh vegetables is a refreshing, summertime dish that you can enjoy either as a main course accompanied by cheese, or served as a side dish. This is a recipe you can prepare in advance and stored in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours.  It is quick and easy, in fact, it is… 

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Filed Under: My favorite recipes, Salads, Vegetables Tagged With: Basil, Cherry tomatoes, Cucumber, Lentils, Onion, Pepper

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