Wash the tomatoes and dry. Cut in half lengthwise, and scoop out seeds and pulps. Mix all remaining ingredients and fill the tomato halves. Arrange on a platter, on a bed of lettuce leaves, and decorate with mint leaves.

This is an Asian twist on a French appetizer. Caul fat can be ordered from your local butcher. SOAK THE CAUL FAT in a bowl of cold water; this will allow the caul fat to unravel easily. In a medium-sized bowl, mix the ground lamb with all the ingredients except the caul fat. Cut the […]

Put 1 can of tomatoes in a blender. Pulse just enough to make a coarse sauce; this is the base of the salsa. Empty blender container into a large serving bowl. Coarsely chop the onions, tomatoes (canned and fresh), and peppers and add to the bowl along with the canned chilies. Add remainder of ingredients. […]

Cut the pork into 3/4-inch cubes and combine with the soy sauce and steak sauce. Cover and refrigerate for several hour, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, simmer the apricots in 3/4 c water for 5 minutes. Place the apricots and their cooking liquid in a blender container or food processor. Add peanut butter, salt, and hot pepper […]

THAI SPRING ROLL DIP 1/4 c Sugar 1/4 c Water 1/2 c Red wine vinegar 2 tb Fish sauce 1/4 ts Red chile flakes 2 tb Chopped coriander leaves -(fresh) 2 tb Chopped peanuts IN 2 SEPARATE MEDIUM BOWLS, soak bean thread noodles and tree ears in warm water until soft and pliable (about 15 […]

1. Combine all ingredients in a deep, 1-quart, heat-resistant, non-metallic casserole. 2. Heat, covered, in e Oven 6 to 8 minutes or until carrots are tender. Stir occasionally so that carrots are well glazed.

1. Heat the oil in kettle, add onions and garlic. Cook briefly and add the tomatoes, zucchini, carrots, turnips, and celery. Cook, stirring, for abou 10 minutes. Add the beans, pepper, and stock. Bring to a boil and simmer f 1 hour and 45 minutes. Add the chopped basil. 2. Serve with Parmesan cheese on […]

1. Wash tomatoes and pat dry. Cut tomatoes in half crosswise. Place cut-side-up in a shallow, heat-resistant, non-metallic, baking dish. 2. Dot each tomato half with about 1/2 tablespoon butter. 3. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Top each tomato half with some of the cheese mixture. Heat, uncovered, in e Oven 5 to […]

1. For sauce, in a saucepan melt margarine or butter. Stir in garlic, parsley, and red pepper; cook about 1 minute. Stir in wine; heat through. Set aside. 2. Thread shrimp onto 4 long or 8 short metal skewers. Grill, uncovered, over medium-hot coals for 10-12 minutes or till pink, turning and brushing frequently with […]

Recipe Summary: Preparation Time: 1 hour, 20 minutes Number of Servings: 6 Cups of Fruits and Vegetables Per Person: 1.50 Ingredients: 8 large tomatoes, peeled 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely diced 1 large green bell pepper, finely chopped 1 medium-size red onion, minced 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar 1 Tbsp olive oil 3 […]