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Makes 1 hearty sandwich. 2 slices thick slices hearty white bread4 teaspoons butter, soft3 tablespoons mayonnaise4 slices thin-cut bacon4 leaves Red Dog red butter lettuce1 Red Dog heirloom tomato1/2 perfectly ripe avocadoSalt and pepper Start by frying your bacon. When the bacon is crispy (but not TOO crispy!), take it out and remove to a paper-towel lined plate. Tear each slice of bacon in half so there are 8 strips. Keep warm until ready to assemble. While the bacon is cooking, prepare your bread. Spread both sides of your bread...
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1 1/2 tablespoons butter1 garlic clove, mincedKernels from 3 ears Red Dog corn, cut off the cob1/2 tablespoon lime juice1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/6 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/6 cup heavy cream1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon black pepper1/4 cup Red Dog cilantro, chopped In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. When butter is foamy, add the garlic and corn and stir to coat in butter. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add lime juice, cumin, and cayenne pepper to the corn and cook for 2 more...
read moreCelery & Sausage Pasta
Serves 4. 2 tablespoons olive oil1 lb. ground pork sausage3 cloves garlic, peeled & minced3 cups chopped Red Dog celery, both stems & leaves1/4 cup fresh parsley leavesSalt & pepper to tasteRed pepper flakes (optional)1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 pound pastaGrated pecorino romano cheese Place a large pot of salted water on to boil for the pasta. Cook the sausage meat in a frying pan with the olive oil, using two forks to break up the meat into small pieces as it cooks. Cook until light brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes....
read moreChilled Beet & Celery Soup
Serves 3. 1 lbs Red Dog beets2/3 large onion1 1/3 cups Red Dog celery, thinly sliced1 1/3 Tbsp. olive oilSalt and pepper1/2 Tbsp. sugar2/3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar2 cups low sodium chicken broth1/4 lemon, juice of1/4 cup plain yogurt1 1/3 Tbsp. minced chives Peel the beets and cut them into 1″ chunks. Peel and dice the onion, and chop the celery. In a heavy-bottomed soup pot, cook the onion and celery in the olive oil, with the sugar and a little salt and pepper. When soft, add the beets, vinegar and broth, and simmer, covered, until...
read moreCucumber Tomato Salad
Serves 4. 3-4 Red Dog heirloom tomatoes 1 Red Dog cucumber⅓ red onion, sliced thinly1 Tbsp fresh dill or herb of your choice For the salad dressing2 Tbsp red wine vinegar3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1/2 tsp Dijon mustard or multigrain mustardSalt to tasteIn a small mason jar combine the red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard and salt, put a lid on and shake till the vinaigrette emulsifies. Using a mandolin or a sharp knife slice the cucumbers, tomatoes and red onions. Combine all ingredients in a salad bowl, top with fresh dill or...
read moreHeirloom Tomato Salad
Serves 3. 2 Red Dog heirloom tomatoes1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp black pepper1/2 tsp sugar1 clove garlic, minced1/2 tsp oregano fresh, choppedBalsamic vinegar, agedChampagne vinegar or white wine vinegar2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil1/2 scallion, thinly sliced, white and green parts Cut the tomatoes into uniform slices and arrange the slices on a platter. Pour the tomato juices from the cutting board over the slices to keep all that good flavor. Sprinkle the tomatoes with the salt, pepper, and sugar, then the garlic and oregano. Lightly...
read moreBeans & Broccoli with Bacon & Balsamic
Serves 4. 1/2 lb. Red Dog romano beans, trimmed and blanched1 crown Red Dog broccoli, chopped and blanched1.5 Tbsp. butter2 Tbsp. olive oil1 shallot, chopped2 strips bacon, trimmed and chopped3 Tbsp. lemon juice1/2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegarSea saltFreshly ground black pepper To make the bacon balsamic dressing, place the butter and oil in a medium non-stick frying pan over medium heat and stir until the butter is melted. Add the shallot and bacon and cook for 5−7 minutes or until the bacon is golden. Add the lemon juice, vinegar, salt...
read moreClassic Simple Romano Beans
Serves 4. 1 lb. Red Dog romano beans2 cloves garlic, finely sliced1 small Red Dog onion, finely diced1 dried chilli pepper, whole, not cut1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon fresh lemon juiceSalt to tasteFreshly ground pepper to taste Wash and trim the ends of the beans, then slice them into 1-inch sections. Bring some water to the boil in a medium pan and add a pinch of salt. Add the sliced beans to the boiling water and cook for 8 minutes. Drain the water and set the beans aside. In a skillet or frying pan, heat the oil and add the sliced...
read moreMarinated Strawberries with Lime & Basil
Serves 4. 1 pint Red Dog strawberries1 lime1/4 cup Red Dog basil2 Tbsp. confectioners’ sugar Remove the stems and halve the strawberries. Zest and juice the lime. Thinly slice the basil. Mix the strawberries, zest, juice, basil, and sugar in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and leave to marinate for at least 10 min. Serve with freshly whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.
read moreGreek Salad
Makes 4 servings. 1 head Red Dog romaine lettuce1/3 Red Dog red onion, thinly sliced1 Red Dog heirloom tomato, diced1 medium Red Dog cucumber, sliced into quarter-moons½ cup kalamata olives, sliced4 ounces feta cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes or crumbled Vinaigrette:3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil1 large lemon, juiced2 Tbsp red wine vinegar1 tsp dijon mustard2 garlic cloves, minced1 tsp dried oregano½ tsp salt½ tsp black pepper Make the dressing by whisking together ingredients in a small bowl or mason jar. Taste and adjust seasoning to...
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