Assumption and Cherry Tomato Herb Salad

Did you know that today, August 15, is the Feast of the Assumption of Mary into heaven? It’s okay if you didn’t, not all Catholics know the significance of this day. And it’s not my job to convert anyone. I’m not even going to try. Let’s just say that, as a Catholic, I believe and from a religious perspective we’ll leave it at that.

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The Colors of Italy are in a Caprese Salad

Recently I plucked my recipe for Grilled Pork and Potato Skewers from the ensemble collection of a six-course supper with an Italian Flare. The original ensemble offered two beautiful menus, and the Grilled Pork was part of the first collection of recipes.

Six-Course Italian Flair
Antipasto: Antipasto Platter
Primo: Simple Linguine with Garlic Butter
Secondo and Contorno: Vesuvio Grilled Pork and Potato Skewers with Pan-Seared Asparagus
Insalata: Caprese Salad (Today’s beautiful feature)
Formaggi e Frutta: Selection of Cheese and Fruits (can we talk?)
Dolce: Lemon Tiramisu (Coming soon all on its own – promise!) Continue reading “The Colors of Italy are in a Caprese Salad”