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REMEMBERING AUGUST ~ 'BIG FAT' MEDITERRANEAN GARDEN BURGERS & FLORENTINE POTATO SALAD


AUGUST'S CROWN


Whilst August yet wears her golden crown,

Ripening fields lush-bright with promise;

Summer waxes long, then wanes, quietly passing,

Her fading green glory on to riotous Autumn.



~ Michelle L. Thieme


~ Sunflower fields (Hubbard Lake)

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'BIG FAT' MEDITERRANEAN GARDEN BURGERS

~ Perfect for a balmy early autumn day

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2 pounds ground sirloin

1 finely chopped medium onion

2 cloves finely minced garlic

12-oz. jar roasted peppers, drained and finely chopped

3 Tbsp. fresh bread crumbs

2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 cup minced fresh basil

1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano

1 Tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary

salt & pepper to taste

1 cup drained and sliced artichoke hearts

6 slices provolone cheese

fresh favorite greens

6 large grilled hamburger rolls

Sauce:

1 cup mayonnaise

1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

2 finely minced garlic cloves

1 Tbsp. drained capers


  • Gently combine ground sirloin, onions, garlic, roasted peppers, bread crumbs, olive oil, herbs and salt & pepper. Carefully form into 6 large patties (do not overhandle).
  • Combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic and capers for sauce.
  • Grill burgers over hot coal until desired doneness. Top with cheese. Serve on grilled rolls, slathered in sauce and topped with sliced artichoke hearts and favorite greens. (Serves 6)
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FLORENTINE POTATO SALAD

~ Adapted from Southern Living

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3 lb. quartered red potatoes

coarse salt

2 cups shredded fresh baby spinach

1 cup sliced celery

1 cup mayonnaise

1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

1/2 lb. crumbled cooked bacon (reserve some for garnish)

1 bunch chopped green onions (reserve some for garnish)

juice and grated rind of 1 lemon

freshly ground cracked pepper



  • Bring potatoes and salt to boil in large pot over high heat. Reduce heat and cook 20-25 minutes or until fork tender. Drain and toss with lemon juice, grated rind, salt & cracked pepper. Allow to cool slightly.
  • Add celery, mayonnaise, parsley, bacon, green onions, and additional. Toss gently. Fold in spinach. Garnish with bacon and green onions. Chill at least 1 hour. (6-8 servings)

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Catherine said…
Going by your gorgeous mosaic photo of the sunflowers, the sunflower fields at Hubbard Lake must be a sight to behold...
GORGEOUS Photo collage!!

Did I mention, I'm glad your back..:)
Hugs,
Catherine
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
joey said…
Thank you, dear Catherine for your kind words ... it's good to be back though I'm unsure of how long since I'm tending my beloved sister whose has not only lost her eye sight but recovering from multiple life-threatening issues. I've had a few moments to download photos captured throughout her illness, trying to make sense of my own life that has been on hold.
Thursday, September 27, 2007
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