The slight pleasant bitterness of radicchio is balanced by cool summer cucumber and sweet romaine in this simple and attractive salad.
I love scones so much. They are ideal for a snack, served with soup, for a lunch time extra.
Ground almonds not only add flavour to the filling but also help soak up the sweet juices from the apples. Phyllo pastry makes a great and substantially less labour-intensive alternative to strudel pastry. If your apples are especially juicy, there may be extra liquid in the filling that could make the strudel soggy, so scoop the apples from the bowl and leave any juice behind.
This rustic dish is perfect for entertaining because you can serve it at room temperature or straight from the grill. It also makes a great filling for a vegetarian sandwich. Just spread 1 oz (30 g) chèvre or herbed cream cheese over a crusty roll or piece of baguette and sandwich the grilled vegetables.
Crostini is a classic Italian appetizer made extra fresh with bright shrimp and zucchini.
Rice paper can be found in the Asian aisle of the grocery store. Be sure to dry it thoroughly after soaking to get a nice crispy texture and handle it gently to prevent tearing.
Golden pastry holding a creamy sliced-peach filling and a crumbly topping deliciously shows off the best of the season in the dessert course from our September issue "Supper on the Deck" menu.
