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Insalata Caprese Salad Recipe with a Balsamic Brown Sugar Reduction

by alice on August 10, 2009 · 21 comments

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I love insalata caprese salad. I love everything about it, from the vibrant colors of each ingredient to how each element comes together for a delicious dish. Best of all is how simple this is to make but yet is stunning to look at when plated. Those are my favorite types of dishes to prepare! There is something deeply satisfying when I can create something at home in a few minutes yet feel like I’ve ordered it from a restaurant! I repeat what I said from the beginning… I love insalata caprese salad. I think you will too. Enjoy! [click to continue…]

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For the love of Pagliacci: Pesto Salad Pasta Recipe

by alice on July 30, 2009 · 17 comments

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One of my favorite pasta salads to make and eat is a cold pesto penne pasta filled with sweet peas and artichoke hearts in a creamy pesto dressing.  When I was in 7th grade I used to go Seattle’s famous Paglicacci’s pizza on University Avenue weekly with friends.  For over 20 years I have loved this pesto pasta salad and now I make it at home.  This salad is incredibly easy and simple to make.  The basil pesto dressing magically transforms this pasta salad into the perfect side dish or a meal of its own.  [click to continue…]

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Classic and Fresh: Basil Pesto Recipe

by alice on July 20, 2009 · 11 comments

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Today I went to the farmers market and bought 1 bunch of basil for $2. Of course I knew I would be making fresh garlic and basil pesto to use for a variety of dishes. What I love about pesto is its versatility. You can use it as a sauce on pizza, mix it with cream sauce, toss it with pasta, or on top of chicken and even on salmon.

Although you can buy basil in a jar at your local supermarket, nothing can compare to the taste and color of homemade pesto made from fresh basil and garlic. [click to continue…]

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