SOUTH OF THE BORDER DEVILED EGGS

Serves 4 12 hardboiled eggs, peeled2/3 cup mayonnaise1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and fi nely chopped2 tablespoons ground cumin2 tablespoons prepared mustard2 tablespoons fi nely chopped cilantro1/2 teaspoon saltChili powderAdditional cilantro, choppedFinely chopped capers Cut the eggs in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks and mash them with a fork. Stir in remaining ingredients, except the chili …

OLIVE PASTE

Makes 1 Cup 1 cup kalamata or mixed green and black olives1 medium onion, chopped3 tablespoons capers, rinsed1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons red wine vinegarGrated peel (no white attached) of 1 lemon1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste Place the olives in a colander …

TIM AND JAN’S CAJUN SPICE MIX

1/2 cup chili powder1/2 cup paprika1/4 pound kosher salt2 tablespoons onion powder2 tablespoons coarsely ground black pepper2 tablespoons dried basil2 tablespoons dried oregano2 tablespoons ground coriander1 1/2 tablespoons dried thyme3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/3 teaspoon cumin Mix all ingredients together and place in a covered jar for storage. Store in a cool, dark place up to …

SHRIMP IN TOMATO CREAM SAUCE

Serves 4 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced (or pressed for stronger fl avor)3 shallots, minced6 Roma tomatoes (or 3 medium tomatoes), chopped1/4 cup Lambrusco (sweet red wine)1 small (8-ounce) can tomato sauce1/2 teaspoon oregano (crushed to release fl avor)1/4 teaspoon basil1 cup heavy cream1 dozen fresh, raw, peeled jumbo shrimpSalt and freshly ground black …

ITALIAN FISH STEW

Serves 4 1/4 cup olive oil1 medium onion, chopped1 small green pepper, seeded and chopped1 small red pepper, seeded and chopped4 cloves garlic, minced1 (28-ounce) can Italian tomatoes1 cup chicken stock1 cup dry white wine2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed1 …

SWEDISH MEATBALLS

Serves 8 1 pound lean ground beef1 pound ground pork1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs1/3 cup onion, fi nely chopped1/4 cup half-and-half2 eggs, slightly beaten4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, or 2 tablespoons dried2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, or 1 tablespoon dried1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel1/4 teaspoon ground allspice Preheat oven to 375°F. …

ROASTED POBLANO BISQUE

A very tasty soup that can be served with or without shredded chicken. Makes 8 Cups2 cups rotisseried chicken, boned and shredded (optional)3 cups chicken broth, fat skimmed (see below)1½ pounds poblanos, cut in half lengthwise, stemmed and seeded1 pound leeks, or onions, cut crosswise into ½-inch thick slices2 cups half-and-half or non-dairy creamerSalt and …

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