This dish has a pleasing presentation yet is unbelievably simple – some would say fool-proof. If you haven’t worked with puff pastry before, this is an easy starter recipe. The subtle flavors of garlic, lemon, parsley and a hint of mint are provided by the Milanese Gremolata Olive Oil without being overpowering. We found this […]
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Often during the holidays when you need a break from all the heavy sweets you just crave something savory and light. Especially with all the parties and football games on the calendar, you need appetizers or snacks that are satisfying in flavor, easy to handle and perhaps a little healthier. This recipe was inspired by […]
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As the fall temperatures get cooler, we always seem to remember how nothing satisfies better than a warm bowl of soup. And why settle for something bland and out of the can when you can really get into the season by making soup from scratch? We found a basic recipe from Martha Stewart but of […]
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Potlucks, cookouts, and impromptu gatherings – that’s what summer is all about. So you want to bring a fresh, homemade side dish because you’re tired of store-bought potato salad but you don’t have a lot of time. If you can boil water and zest a lemon, we’ve got you covered.
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Another seasonal item right about now is a big bowl of tortilla chips and a fresh batch of guacamole. A customer told us she loves making guacamole from scratch but doesn’t like to deal with jalapenos – cutting them, seeding them, gloves, the whole routine. That had us wondering in the OT Kitchen if we […]
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This is our go-to recipe for grilling vegetables. The colorful combination is a festive side dish for any occasion and they keep warm in the oven until the rest of your dishes are prepared. The garlic flavor is infused in the olive oil so it covers the veggies evenly and minimizes some of the prep […]
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Continuing with our theme of showcasing our customer-submitted recipes this month, this fabulous dish comes to us from Dorothy, our friend, faithful customer and talented artist all the way from upstate New York (www.dorothylorenze.com). She spends her summers in Charlotte and was one of our first customers. Farro is a grain from a certain wheat […]
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Rounding out our vegetarian dishes for the month of January, we have Dal. “Pulses” are dried lentils, beans or peas that have been stripped of their outer hulls and split. These pulses are often used in Indian cuisine to make a thick stew called Dal. It is regularly served as a main course offering a […]
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Tofu, a staple in many Asian dishes, has become very popular in Western cooking. Not only is it packed with protein and calcium but it is also well known for its ability to absorb flavors from spices and sauces while cooking. Add a handful of some of the healthiest nuts around and you’ve got a […]
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We’ve all tried canned, sliced beets in factory pickling juices but have you ever roasted your own beets? It’s as easy as a baked potato – foil, oven, you know the routine. But the natural sweetness you get from the beets combined with the flavors you add with this basil-strawberry vinaigrette will have you wondering […]
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