| Hors d'Oeuvres, Italian Style |
From "Party at Home"
episode PAH-206 |
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Lino Savoia, co-owner of Cafe Del Fini, tells us that entertaining is a way of life in Italy. Since company is always expected, there's always something ready in the refrigerator to serve to guests. He says that even if you don't have a large gourmet kitchen, you can still serve appetizers that look as if they were prepared by a professional chef. These Italian hors d'oeuvres are easy to make and perfect for small-space entertaining because you can eat them while standing or with a lap tray. Eggplant Rolls - Fry 1/4" slices of eggplant in light oil until golden on each side.
- In a food processor combine ricotta cheese, salt, white pepper, fresh shallots and a couple tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil.
- Place a spoonful of the mixture on each slice of eggplant and roll the ends together.
- Top with a splash of balsamic vinegar and a pinch of chopped fresh basil.
Bruschetta - Toss a handful of chopped basil and tomato in 1/2 cup olive oil and add a dash of salt and pepper.
- Rub pieces of toasted Italian bread with the cut side of a garlic clove.
- Lightly brush each piece with olive oil.
- Top the pieces with the tomato mixture.
Savoia says that by thinking big in a small kitchen, you will add a gourmet touch that you guests will appreciate and remember.
RESOURCES :
Hors D'Oeuvres
Model: 0789448955
Author: Victoria Blashford_Snell
(September, 1999)
To order this title from Amazon, click here.
DK Publishing - Main Office
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 212-213-4800
Fax: 212-213-5240
Fast and Fabulous Hors D'Oeuvres: A Survival Guide for Today's Busy Entertainer
Model: 0020091850
Author: Michele Braden
336 pages
Reissue edition
(December 2, 1992)
GUESTS :
Lino Savoia
Co-Owner
Cafe Del Fini
147 W. Channel Road
Santa Monica, CA 90402
Phone: 310-459-8823
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