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Roasted Tomato and Ricotta Galette

September 8, 2019 by Sheila

Roasted Tomato and Ricotta Galette

This was sooo good and so easy. Lewis was on the fence. I was finishing up this shot while he was tasting the first piece so I didn’t know what to expect. He is my harshest critic but I’ve come to set my ego aside and welcome his reactions (although I add a grain of […]

Filed Under: Pies and Tarts Tagged With: basil, cherry tomatoes, galette, parmesan, pie dough, ricotta, tomatoes

Roasted Ratatouille

August 27, 2017 by Sheila

Roasted Ratatouille

This is the time of year that I always make a big batch of ratatouille to freeze for the winter. Grab some Roma or other paste tomatoes for this. You want a meaty tomato, not the delicate (and expensive) heirlooms as a base. I had green Italian peppers from the garden, but of course you […]

Filed Under: Preserving, Soups and Stews, Vegetable Side Dishes Tagged With: artichoke, artichokes, basil, cucuzzi gourd, eggplant, garlic, olive oil, onion, parsley, sweet bell peppers, tomatoes, zucchini

Heirloom Tomatoes

August 28, 2014 by Sheila

Heirloom Tomatoes

Heirloom Tomato Salad DIRECTIONS Slice tomatoes 3/8-inch thick, crosswise. Sprinkle with sea salt. Serve. VARIATION Sprinkle with sea salt, freshly ground pepper, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Garnish with basil leaves and fennel blossoms. Serve outdoors. Close your eyes while eating, focusing on the taste of summer and the buzzing of the yellow jackets. VARIATION […]

Filed Under: Gardening, Salads Tagged With: basil, basil flowers, easy, edible flowers, fennel blossoms, Frank Ronin, Gardens Illustrated, heirloom tomatoes, peach, peaches, recipe, summer, tomato salad, tomatoes

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