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Rosemary Shrimp Scampi Skewers

Recipe from Cooking Light 1 tablespoon dry white wine, such as Sauvignon blanc 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 garlic clove, minced 18 large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 3/4 pound) 6 (6-inch) rosemary sprigs Cooking spray Lemon wedges (optional) Combine first … Continue Reading →

Balsamic Onions

  These onions are great on burgers, salad or vegetables. Adapted from a recipe by Ina Garten, foodnetwork.com. 3 small onions, red or white 1/4 cup plus (optional) 2 tablespoons good balsamic vinegar, divided 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cut … Continue Reading →

Tomatoes with Cornbread and Chorizo Stuffing

For this colorful and flavorful side dish, large summer tomatoes are scooped out, filled with a cornbread and chorizo stuffing, and then baked. From Betty Rosbottom of Tribune Media Services. 6 large (8 ounces each) red tomatoes Kosher salt 2 cups cornbread crumbs 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 ounces (2/3 cup) finely diced Spanish-style chorizo … Continue Reading →