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Watermelon Salad With Olives, Tomatoes, Feta And Pistachios

It feels like summer is drawing to a close. The kids are back in school and Labor day has passed. On a trip to the grocery store this weekend, the watermelons that normally line the store’s entrance were replaced by hardshell gourds and pumpkins. I’m not ready ready to let summer go. … Read more

Shiitake Mushroom Tapenade

Tapenade isn’t the prettiest food to look at but it sure packs a flavor punch.  It’s made traditionally with olives, capers, anchovies and olive oil.  Despite containing only a few ingredients, this simple preparation is really flavorful with a salty, briny, even meaty mouthfeel.   Part of the reason it tastes so good is because … Read more