Capers are the preserved, unopened flower buds of the caper bush, commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine for their briny, salty flavor. Various types of capers, such as nonpareil and lilliput, differ ...

Capers are the pickled flower buds of a Mediterranean shrub called the Capparis spinosa. They’re typically preserved in a salt and water brine or packed in a mixture of brine and vinegar. Some fancier ...

Prepare the beef: Use a meat grinder or meat grinder attachment to finely ground the beef. Keep very cold until ready to use. To make the tartar: Mix the beef with the tartar ingredients. Taste for ...

2. Add the grapes, olives, red onion, jalapeno, and capers. Toss gently. Taste for seasoning and add more salt or olive oil, ...

While also a good source of protein, iron and vitamins A and D, a deviled egg—or just half a deviled egg is a wonderful treat, well worth the splurge. Celery can be substituted for the fennel; the ...

One thing I didn't expect to find on my first trip to Sicily this spring was great antipasti. Great seafood, yes. And irresistible pastries, granitas and desserts. But I'd read that Sicilians didn't ...

In a medium bowl, combine the chickpeas with pesto to taste. Add remaining ingredients and season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Allow salad to sit for about 30 minutes and then serve as ...