| S LA CUCINA EOLIANA E SICILIANA the food of the eolian islands and sicily |
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| insalata malfitana malfa style salad ingredients: 4 large potatoes 2 medium red onions 4 ripe tomatoes 1/4 cup capers 1 tablespoon dried oregano 12 basil leaves extra virgin olive oil red wine vinegar salt and freshly ground pepper |
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| Bring a pot of water to boil. Scrub the potatoes and place them in the boiling water with the onions. Once the potatoes are fully cooked but still firm, drain the potatoes and onions and allow them to cool, then put them in the refrigerator for at least thirt minutes. Peel the potatoes and onions. Slice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces, thinly slice the onions and slice the tomatoes into wedges. Tear the basil leaves. Place the sliced potatoes, onions and tomatoes in a salad bowl and add the capers, dried oregano and basil. Drizzle with the olive oil and vinegar, salt and pepper to taste, then serve. |
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