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Orange Roughy Ceviche

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Ceviche is it’s own food category and includes many variations. Marinated in lemon or lime juice with the added heat of pepper, this sea salad can be made with fish, shrimp, scallops and many other seafoods.
The recipe below is adapted from my family’s vintage 1970 Junior League California Heritage Cookbook. In addition to mild white [...]

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Gritty Corn Dodgers

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Gritty Corn Dodgers substitute nicely for crackers when you need a hearty base for juicy appetizers like ceviche or caponata. They also make a grainy, salty “cookie” accompaniment with soups and salads.
These Gritty Corn Dodgers are adapted from the Joy of Cooking.
Gritty Corn Dodgers
1 cup stone-ground corn meal
1 teaspoon salt
1 heaping tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons melted [...]

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Bruschetta

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Bruschetta’s garlic and olive oil infused crunchiness makes the perfect foil for all kinds of cheeses and spreads. And making these toasty rounds is a great way to to use up day-old bread.
For a delicious and substantial appetizer, try Bruschetta topped with pesto or Romanesco Sauce.

Bruschetta
1 loaf Italian or French bread
2 cloves garlic
4 tablespoons [...]

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