Why does she always say, “BE BRAVE”?
Many of you have been asking about where my commonly used phrase “BE BRAVE” originated from. Here are excerpts from a letter my Mom wrote to me when I asked her for an explanation on why I was named -
Three Potato Salads — European Style!
Let your taste buds take a tour of three European potato salads – a warm version from Germany, a zesty one from France, and a creamy and garlicky option from Greece.
Warm German Potato Salad
Ingredients 4 cups hot sliced cooked potatoes (5 medium Yukon Golds) ½ cup chopped celery ½ cup sliced onion 6 strips crisp cooked bacon Salt and pepper 1/3 cup O&V Chardonnay
Greek Potato Salad
Ingredients 2- 2 ½ lbs baby Yukon Gold potatoes, whole or halved ¾ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt ¼ cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons O&V Tzatziki Herb Mix * 2
French Potato Salad
Ingredients 1 ½ lbs red new potatoes sliced ¼ inch thick 1 teaspoon lemon zest ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (2 lemons) ½ cup coarsely chopped herbs: chives, tarragon,
One of my favorite appetizers — Bruschetta
Grilled bread slathered with creamy, lemony ricotta and piled with sweet, garlicky, and juicy oven roasted tomatoes. A little drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar and I am in heaven!!
Roasted Cherry Tomato Bruschetta
Ingredients 1 lb cherry or grape tomatoes 6-7 cloves of garlic, peeled and smashed Generous sprinkle of salt Fresh cracked pepper 4-6 sprigs of oregano (divided) 6-7 tablespoons O&V Garlic EVOO 1
Grilled Pineapple with Balsamic Glaze
Ingredients 1 fresh pineapple 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon Maple syrup 1 tablespoon O&V Blood Orange oil * 1 tablespoon lime juice Pinch of salt 1 teaspoon chili powder, optional (See
Grilling Your Dessert
Have you ever grilled pineapple? It is amazing. The high heat caramelizes the sugars and makes the pineapple just melt in your mouth.
Being Brave with Pizza Flavors
This recipe brings together the American concept of pizza with my love for Indian naan bread and mango chutney.