Crappie Fishing in Central Park
The sun slips over the westside horizon and thousands of glowing lights begin to illuminate the Manhattan skyline.
Italian Songstress Honoring the Classics with a Modern Twist
The old timers would have been proud of this talented lady who belts out their hits that are forever timeless. What we mean by old timers are the artists who crooned the crowds back in the 50’s and 60’s. Singers like Frank Sinatra, Jerry Vale, Dean Martin and Al Martino. The young lady, Vanessa Racci could make anyone sing along to these hits that she has rejuvenated with her own spicy recipe.
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Ramp and Red Chili Fritters
In a bowl, combine eggs, parmesan, ramps, chili pepper, salt. Slowly add flour and whisk to incorporate.
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Rainbow Trout with Sautéed Ramps over Wild Rice
Ramps are only in season for a short amount of time during the spring. Â They are typically found on the east cost (through the Appalachia Mountain region.)
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Turkey Burger with Wild Leeks
I grew up eating turkey burgers and will order them over beef burgers most of the time (sorry burger aficionados.)
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Ramp Pesto with Grilled Chicken
Like basil or parley, I feel that ramps lend themselves to a pesto. Â The flavors are bold but mellowed out a bit with the extra virgin olive oil, lemon and parmesan cheese.
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Baked Flounder Fillets with Spring Ramps
Preheat oven to 450 F degrees. Â Place ceramic or metal baking dish in oven to heat up.
Thoroughly wash and then dry ramps. Â Cut off white bottom part and set aside for other uses (such as addition to a salad.) Â You will just be using the top green leaves for this dish.
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Cherrystone Clams and Ramps Casino
This is my take on clams casino. Â It is meant to be a lighter, spring version of the traditional dish. Â The ramps are a nice compliment to the briny, sweet clams and I decided to use Panko breadcrumbs for additional texture.
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Spring Ramp and Cannellini Bean Salad
Add all ingredients into a glass bowl and fold to incorporate. Add a little salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Ratio should be 3 parts oil to 1 part oil. Fold ingredients one more time, cover and allow to sit in refrigerator for at least an hour to marinate.
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Grilled Spring Ramps
Why mess with success? Â We all agree grilled vegetables are delicious. Â Ramps, with their pungent taste are perfect for grilling because it mellows the flavors a bit. Â Also the charring from the grill and a little acid from the lemon creates on stellar side dish.
