Sunday, September 23, 2018

The Joys of Trombocini

TROMBOCINI 
Aka Zucchetta

Even vegetables like to neck.
Behold my three trombocini!
Yes, in case you're wondering, I grew these.  I know, it's amazing!
Not available in stores.  My friends asked, where do I get there heirloom squashes?



Triple digit temperatures killed my vegetable garden several times, and nearly depleted my joy for gardening.  So much love, sweat and labor, and the sun burnt my plants to a crisp.  Had to buy those pricey heirloom tomatoes.  I felt so defeated, and ready to relinquish my plot in the community garden.  

Then my trombocini grew into these beautiful shapes and renewed my delight.  Ignited my imagination.  What can you make with trombocini?  I sauteed them with olive oil and garlic.



Trombocini and Seattle butter clams.



Trombocini pie.



Oh, trombocini.  Let me count the joys, and the dishes!


Sunday, September 9, 2018

Tomato Tunnato

I've never been a big fan of tuna fish.  Fishing with Dynamite in Manhattan Beach changed my mind with their tuna tonnato. 


I've never been a fan of capers so when I created my tuna tonnato, I gleefully omitted them.  I like using different color tomatoes for contrast and a splash of balsamic vinegar.  The green flecks in the tuna are also basil.

Super refreshing and delightful, especially in the summer heat.  My tastebuds agree imported tuna fish tastes better for this dish.



Thank you, FWD, for the inspiration and making every dining experience there a pleasure. 

I had no idea I liked key lime pie until I tasted yours, FWD, so thank you for that too!  I'm not sure I'm quite ready to tackle making key lime pie so save me a table.