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Bread Salad with Corn, Cherry Tomatoes & Basil

This is one of our favorite summer salads to pair with Sanglier’s Rosé du Tusque.
serves 4 - 6

1 shallot, lobes separated and cut lengthwise into very thin slices
1 small clove garlic
Kosher salt to taste
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar; more to taste
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 loaf (8 oz.) rustic French or Italian peasant bread (choose […]

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What to Prepare for the Holidays? Try Braised Beef Short Ribs

Braised Beef Short Ribs. Pair with Sanglier 2007 Kick Ranch Syrah.
INGREDIENTS:
6 beef short ribs, 14 to 16 ounces each (ask for 3 bone center-cut)
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon thyme leaves, and 4 whole sprigs thyme
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
3 dozen small pearl onions
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup diced onion
1/3 cup diced carrot
1/3 cup […]

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Take a Peek into Melissa’s Kitchen

Wednesday was busy, but not stupid busy. Of course Dave, Armando, Paco and a few others might disagree since they pulled most of the load that day. But for me, things almost seemed normal.
So what happens when you get a normal work day in the middle of silly season? You eat and drink of […]

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Provencal Niçoise Salad

This is a delicious French salad, perfect with Sanglier Rosé! Serves 4.
For Dressing:
* 1/4 cup Champagne vinegar
* 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
* 2 large garlic cloves, minced
* 1/2 teaspoon sugar
* 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
For Salad:
* 1 lb. green beans, trimmed and halved
* 1 lb. small (1-2 inch) yellow-fleshed potatoes such as Yukon Gold
* […]

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Pork Stew with Prunes and Onions

This is a rich and flavorful stew that I love to make in the fall and winter. The sweet plums are a great contrast to the cubes of carmelized pork. It is wonderful served over the oven baked polenta which follows. Accompanied by our Sanglier Syrah you have a lovely meal with friends for a […]

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Caribbean Meatballs on Skewers with Asian Dipping Sauce

This recipe was requested by several people after being served at the Uncorking party. It is adapted from “Fast Appetizers” by Hugh Carpenter.
3/4 pound pork
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh mint
2 Tbsp. finely minced ginger
2 tsp. hot sauce
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 Tbsp. sweet chile sauce
3/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
1 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. flavorless […]

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Grilled Lamb Chops

As we move into spring followed by summer, I can’t wait to fire up the grill for one of my favorite lamb preparations-lamb chops. They are very simple and absolutely delicious paired with our Sanglier Syrah. I love serving them with Asparagus Bread Pudding for an absolutely perfect meal.
Grilled Lamb Chops
Serves 4
8 loin or […]

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