Greek Summer Salad What makes a salad “Greek?” According to the internet, it’s made with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, green bell peppers, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, olive oil, red wine vinegar and oregano. My recipe includes all of this … and more. I’ve heard they call this a village salad in Greece. I call it […]
Don Francisco’s Coconut Cream Mojito Iced Coffee Ingredients: 4 tsp raw cane sugar or granulated sugar (adjust to taste) 16–20 fresh mint leaves 16 oz freshly brewed Don Francisco’s® Coconut Cream Coffee 2 cups ice Milk or cream of choice (coconut milk or half & half recommended) Extra mint, for garnish Instructions: 1. In a […]
Zucchini Fritters Wikipedia defines a fritter as “any kind of food coated in batter and deep fried.” I generally take anything I read in Wikipedia with a grain of salt. I’m thinking of sending in a revision to its definition because our zucchini fritters are not coated in batter but they taste just as good […]
Orange Creamsicle Swirl Spritz Ingredients: 1 cup orange juice (pulp-free) 1 cup sparkling water or club soda 8 oz freshly brewed Don Francisco’s® Orange Creamsicle Coffee, chilled 1/4 cup half & half 2 tbsp vanilla syrup Ice 2 orange slices or fresh mint sprigs, for garnish Instructions: 1. Fill two tall, clear glasses to the […]
Mediterranean Egg Muffins This is my take on a popular recipe circulating on the Internet. These freezer-friendly egg muffins are delicious for breakfast and ideal for your next brunch. If you’re serving them for brunch, pair them with a mixed greens salad dressed with olive oil and red vinegar. Makes 12 muffins. Ingredients: 12 large […]
Croissant Breakfast Sandwich I enjoy making this hearty breakfast sandwich for my friends and family, serving it alongside country-style fried potatoes and fresh orange juice. For lunch, I pair it with a side of pasta salad. That’s all there is to it. Makes 4 sandwiches. Ingredients: 8 tablespoons prepared pesto (divided) 2 medium tomatoes (sliced) […]
Don Francisco’s Chocolate Raspberry Coffee Ingredients: 4 tbsp Don Francisco’s Chocolate Raspberry Coffee 16 oz hot water Cream (to taste) Whipped cream, for topping Raspberry sauce, for garnish Chocolate shaved, for garnish Instructions: 1. Add four tbsp of Don Francisco’s Chocolate Raspberry Coffee to a French press. 2. Pour 16 oz of hot water (just below boiling) over coffee grounds. Stir […]
Chorizo-Stuffed Poblano Peppers This tasty and colorful appetizer doubles as a complementary side dish for almost any entrée. It’s that good. Nuff said. Ingredients: 5 Poblano peppers 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil ½ white onion (chopped fine) 1 small jalapeño pepper (seeded and chopped fine) 2 chorizo sausages (chopped into ¼-inch pieces) 1¾ cups […]
Crispy Accordion Cut Tofu The other day I talked with my friend, Lol, and told him about a new recipe for grilled tofu. “How do you grill tofu?” he asked. “Doesn’t it slip through the grill onto the flames?” “Ah,” I replied. “I have a secret to grilling tofu.” “Do tell,” he said. “The secret […]
Don Francisco’s Coffee Presents a Festive – and Spiked – Holiday Treat Intense and deliciously dark French Roast coffee, melted chocolate and sprinkles. Make this festive spiked coffee recipe and serve it at your next holiday party or gathering for that added wow factor! What Is Needed 1 cup brewed Don Francisco’s French Roast 2 oz. […]