Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Summer appetizers are the Winner!!

Our recent poll asked what you serve at your summer parties. Appetizers were the winner. Below is one of my favorite appetizers, and just in time for all those tomatoes that are now ripe.


Marinated Tomatoes
Recipe courtesy Paula Deen
Show:
Paula's Home Cooking
Episode:
Summer Entertaining: Beach Party


3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 to 3 green onions, chopped
4 to 6 large tomatoes, each cut into 6 wedges

Combine all ingredients, except tomatoes, in a large measuring cup or mixing bowl. Whisk well. Place tomatoes in a resealable plastic bag and pour marinade over. Marinate at room temperature for up to 2 hours, turning the bag occasionally.

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