At the lobster bake at the Captain Lindsey House Inn, Norm won the drawing for two bottles. He was thrilled as it was his first win.
I will get some photos up so you can see what a special place this is and the care that goes into their product when I post the next recipe from FIORE. By the way, you can order from their website.
Meanwhile, I wanted to start with this one as it sounds delicious.
Grilled Eggplant Caprese Salad
Ingredients:
4 Tbsp plus 1/4 cup FIORE Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 medium eggplant, sliced into ¼-inch thick rounds
1/2 cup FIORE Balsamic Vinegar
2 Tbsp onion, finely chopped
1/2 tsp sugar
2 large tomatoes, sliced
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, very thinly sliced
Directions:
1. Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with the garlic olive oil. Grill or broil, turning frequently until tender; cool.
2. In 1-quart nonstick saucepan bring balsamic vinegar and onion to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in sugar until dissolved.
3. Cool slightly – stir in the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Cool to room temperature.
4. On serving platter, alternately layer eggplant, tomato and mozzarella slices. Top with basil and drizzle with balsamic reduction.
Courtsey of: FIORE.
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Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.
