Fruit soups offer a perfect way to beat the summer heat, make use of delicious, abundant summer fruit, and turn a few corners in the kitchen, all at the same time. This recipe turns peaches, wine, cinnamon, nutmeg, yogurt, and cream into a delightful, aromatic soup that is sure to turn a few heads along with those corners.
Ingredients:
4 lbs. chopped peeled fresh peaches (organic, if possible)
1 cup (8 ounces) whole milk plain yogurt (plus extra dollops as garnish)
2 cups fresh heavy cream
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup peach schnapps
½ cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint leaves
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
dash of curry powder (optional)
black pepper, as desired
Mint sprigs as garnish
Directions:
Want an easy, splashy side dish or snack that's low in calories, big on flavor, and also makes use of the last of any summer tomatoes you might have left? This old Italian favorite will do the trick nicely.
Insalata caprese is one of those simple dishes that come together with just a few fresh ingredients to deliver big taste, bold color and low calories all in one dish.
Ingredients:
Tomatoes, sliced thick
Fresh basil (lightly chopped)
Fresh mozzarella (preferably mozzarella di buffala)
Olive oil
Balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Slice tomatoes onto a plate. Top each tomato slice with a slice of fresh mozzarella.
Top the cheese with a bit of fresh chopped basil. Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and dash with salt ...
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