“Peppers, Onions, & Eggs Sandwich" With A “Peach & Mint Iced Tea” For "Wordless Tuesday"

Welcome to “Wordless Tuesday!” Where I have a mouthwatering recipe or two which I know you have been waiting to try…….. Enjoy!

My recipe this week is my mother’s, “Peppers, Onions, and Eggs Sandwich.” I remember when I was young, my mom used to make this sandwich for us when we would go to the beach or have picnics. It really is a one meal sandwich. You have your peppers, eggs, onions, and it was all encased in crispy Italian bread or a roll. This is a great sandwich as you can eat it hot or room temp. What makes this sandwich irresistible is that when you take a bite of the peppers with onions it gives a sweet taste to the eggs. It’s also very juicy, which the Italian bread or roll soaks up some of the juices but if I were you, I would make sure you have a napkin and a fork to pick up every last piece. September is beginning but the weather feels like July, so I thought that you would need a refreshing drink a “Peach and Mint Iced Tea” So, this one hits the spot and it will cool you down! 

“Peppers, Onions, and Eggs Sandwich”
Serves: 4

Ingredients:
4 green peppers, washed, seeded, & sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
4 eggs, beaten in a bowl
1/4 cup of olive oil (enough to coat bottom of pan)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 loaf of Italian or French bread (rolls or ciabatta can be used as well)

Directions:
 
Heat a large skillet over medium heat then, add enough olive oil to cover the bottom of pan. Now, add peppers and onions, stirring while regulating the heat so the onions will not burn. Sauté until the peppers have softened and the onions are caramelized. Then add the beaten eggs and continue stirring until the eggs are cooked and set. Next, salt and pepper to taste. Make sure all are combined. (just like scrambled eggs) Now slice the bread or rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Next, fill the rolls or bread with the cooked mixture. You can wrap a cooled sandwich in wax paper and put it in your picnic basket.

*****Optional: You can sprinkle some grated Pecorino Romano Cheese on top of mixture or even put a slice of American or Provolone cheese in the sandwich. (if you eat it while it is hot, the cheese melts) You can also use red or yellow peppers if you prefer. 

“Peach and Mint Iced Tea”

Yield: Makes 8 servings

Ingredients:
8 cups boiling water
8 tea bags
4 ripe peaches cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small bunch fresh mint sprigs
Sugar, to taste (if desired)

Directions:
Pour the water into a heat-resistant pitcher. Add the tea bags and let steep for 10 minutes. Remove and discard the bags and allow the tea to cool to room temperature before refrigerating. Add the peaches, mint, and sugar (if using). Strain, if desired. Pour over ice.


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I know that my readers have heard of my close personal friend Micheal Castaldo. I have written about Micheal before on my blog posts. He is an Award-winning song writer/producer, recording artist, composer, Italian Cultural Ambassador, and entrepreneur. He is performing at the SOPAC (South Orange Performing Arts Center) in New Jersey. Please take a moment and read through the newest Press Release. Don’t forget to purchase tickets to this awesome event that you will not want to miss! Thank you, from Micheal and myself. Ciao!!

                          In Celebration of the Italian Spirit Michéal Castaldo Plans,
                      Free Art Exhibit in Conjunction with His Concert, Sept. 21, 2014

Tamar Russell Brown, exhibit coordinator, shown here with two of framed original art entries that will be on display at SOPAC on September 21 in conjunction with A Musical Celebration of the Italian Spirit—A Feast for the Ears, Eyes, and Soul, Michéal Castaldo’s première performance at SOPAC

August 30, 2014 -Celebrated musical artist Michéal Castaldo has organized a special showcase of art that exalts the glories of Italy and her people. The exhibit of original artwork—created by 15 professional artists—will be on display in the Grand Lobby of the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) in South Orange, New Jersey, on September 21, 2014.

Artists selected to participate in the art exhibit will include renowed Italian artists Andrea Viviani, Claudia Giraudo, Dorianno Tosarelli, Giuseppe Bianco, Lido Bettarini, Pillino, Rubens Fogacci, and Salvatore Magazzini, all represented by the Just Art Gallery in Providence, Rhode Island; Italian artist Yleni Mino of New York, New York; American artists Colette Shumate Smith, David Smith and Luann Hume of Leominster, Massachusetts; Greek artist Iphie Burg of Fitchburg, Massachusetts; German artist Ilse Buchert Nesbitt of The Third and Elm Press in Newport, Rhode Island; and American editorial photographer Simao Ago of Newark, New Jersey.

The framed artwork on display will be part of a Silent Auction benefiting La Dolce Vita Foundation http://www.ladolcevitafoundation.org/ a nonprofit organization founded by Michéal Castaldo to grant severely ill children, teens, or adults with the ultimate “Joy Ride” in a classic, exotic, two-seat convertible roadster designed for Driving the Blues Away™.

The Art Exhibit is open to the public from noon to 8:30 pm. Admission to the exhibit is free. The Silent Auction winners will be announced at 8:30 pm.

The art exhibit is being held in conjunction with A Musical Celebration of the Italian Spirit—A Feast for the Ears, Eyes, and Soul, Michéal Castaldo’s première performance at SOPAC, which is sponsored by Investors Bank and produced by Majestic Castle Music, of New York City. There will be two distinctly different shows, a 2 p.m. matinee, and a 6:30 p.m. evening performance. Each show runs 90 minutes, with a 15 minute intermission.

Professional dancers from the Rocha Dance Theater will perform vibrant routines to compliment the songs performed by Castaldo, and The John J. Cali School of Music Strings will accompany Castaldo. Stunning visuals of beautiful Italian landscapes will appear on a large projection screen above the stage throughout each show.

Tickets to the Italian Cultural Event may be purchased at http://www.sopacnow.org/450/MichaelCastaldo where ticket prices range from $37 to $57. For more information, please call SOPAC at 973-313-ARTS(2787).

For questions and further details regarding the art exhibit, contact the exhibit coordinator, Tamar Russell Brown, at 718-974-3328 or tamar@sitkacreations.com

Contact Person:
Charlotte Jayne
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 631-256-6515


Till next time……Ciao! 

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