I follow mamma outside to her deck, as she slowly limps with her walker, to gather some mint...
She places the mint in a bowl to soak with water to clean off any debris...
Mamma Rosa gathers some extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Italian seasoning, and the bowl of mint...
In a casserole dish she adds some extra virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning...
She smashes some cloves of garlic to add to the casserole dish...
and a splash or two...
or three of vinegar...
and adds the mint too...
She turns on the stove to Medium...
takes out a cast iron grilling pan and rubs it down with paper towel and extra virgin olive oil just to gently coat it...
and she begins to grill the sliced wedges of zucchini in the hot sizzling pan...
she places one layer of grilled zucchini and tosses the oil, vinegar, garlic, Italian seasoning & mint on top of first layer and continues to do so for each layer until grilling is done.
Mamma Rosa says this is a great recipe marinade for outdoor grilling this summer for vegetables and fish and meats too!
And so she places the wild river Sockeye Salmon in the pan...
And she places the grilled salmon in another casserole dish that is seasoned with vinegar, oil, mint, Italian seasoning, and smashed garlic and allows the salmon to just sit in its marinade to eat for lunch while she prepares sauteed string beans topped with sliced almonds, a pinch of salt and a dash of olive oil...
A simple lunch at Mamma Rosa's Kitchen is...
always prepared with the freshest ingredients, accompanied with a glass of wine, some good Italian music and wonderful hard cheeses! Salute! What are you having for lunch today?
11 comments:
Hi Rita, I have been thinking of you a lot and hope your Mom is doing okay. I ask Bunny yesterday how it was going but haven't heard back from her. Loved this post! I love grilled zucchini and squash. It will be just a few more days and my garden squash will be ready to pick. We enjoyed our first tomatoes yesterday. Come for a visit. xoxo
P.S. I was out shopping today and this cute lady in front of me reminded me so much of you.
Sorry I haven't been over lately, sugar, but you're just what I needed. My spaghetti has been bombing lately and I need a really good recipe. Got one??? I don't know what I'm doing wrong, just doesn't taste like it used to!
xoxo,
Connie
Mama Rosa creates art on a plate, love it all! Simple, fresh and amazing flavor.
mama Rosa ...please adopt me ;)
I love this post not only do I love Italian mama's who put all their soul and heart in cooing.. I love the Italian kitchen (as you know)
The recipi I use as well to make bruscette ;)
I have the best give away ever and it really really suits this post!
come to my blog and join before it is over!
tanti saluti dalla Hollanda
desiree
My Grandmothers name was Rosa. Sadly she passed just after I was born. But my little Mama was quite the cook!
thanks for sharing and bringing back memories for me.
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Francie
Oh wow, I wish I could have joined for lunch! Mamma Rosa looks like she'a a very wise lady. THank you for sharing, I need to get a grilling pan now.
Hugs
Momma Rosa's food looks so good and so healthy! I grow mint in flower pots and usually only add it to lemonade and iced tea. I will try using it more in marinades and cooking.
♥ Pat
What am I having for lunch today? I guarantee it won't be something that wonderful! Looks grand, Rita!
I am so sorry to hear about your dad and hope and pray that he rallies. I know how much you love him. Please know I'm thinking of you and sending you warm hugs...
XO,
Sheila
This looks divine and all so good for you too. I should not look at food before I've had any dinner!
Yummmmm!! Mama Rosa can come over any day!!!!
Mamma Rosa is a 'fine treasure'. What a beautiful post, Rita. Great blog!
I had such a blast last night. Lets get together and hit the markets when you have time.
Catherine xx
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