Roasted Red Pepper Italian Dressing Recipes

SARASOTA'S ROASTED RED PEPPER VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Dressing -- If you are using jarred red pepper, drain and then add them and all the other ingredients to a food processor and blend. That is it! Also, don't worry if you get a little of the roasted red pepper liquid in the food processor as well, it is all good flavor and it won't affect the dressing. Once pureed, remove and transfer to a measuring cup or small bowl. Perfect salad dressing. If you want add the red pepper flakes, it adds a nice kick. But if not, just leave them out. Still a great dressing and so simple.

ROASTED PEPPERS IN OIL (PEPERONI ARROSTITI SOTTO OLIO)

Steps:

• Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Reduce grill heat to medium.
• Grill whole peppers until charred on all sides, turning about every 5 minutes. Place charred peppers in a plastic food storage bag and tie shut. Allow peppers to cool in bag.
• Combine olive oil, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a 1-pint glass jar (or larger, depending on size of peppers).
• Remove cooled peppers from bag and scrape off charred skins. Cut peppers in half and remove seeds and stems. Slice peppers into long strips and place in oil mixture. Mix well, assuring peppers are covered in oil. Serve, storing leftover peppers in refrigerator for up to 5 days.

ROASTED RED PEPPER DRESSING

Steps:

• Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack at about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
• Cut the peppers in half from top to bottom; remove the stem, seeds, and ribs, then place the peppers cut-side-down onto the prepared baking sheet.
• Cook under the preheated broiler until the skin of the peppers has blackened and blistered, about 5 minutes. Place the blackened peppers into a bowl, and tightly seal with plastic wrap. Allow the peppers to steam as they cool, about 20 minutes. Once cool, remove the skins and discard. Transfer the roasted peppers to a blender or food processor. Add the red wine vinegar, olive oil, and salt; process until smooth.

ROMAINE SALAD WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Place roasted red bell peppers in food processor bowl. Season them up with salt and pepper. Add garlic and vinegar to food processor. Turn processor on and stream in extra-virgin olive oil and some honey. When dressing is smooth and combined, stop and adjust seasonings.
• Chop romaine into bite-sized pieces and put in a salad bowl then pour the dressing over lettuce, toss and serve. Garnish with chopped olives.

ROASTED PEPPER SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Broil peppers 4 in. from the heat until skins blister, about 5 minutes. With tongs, rotate peppers a quarter turn. Broil and rotate until all sides are blistered and blackened. Immediately place peppers in a large bowl; cover and let stand for 20 minutes., Peel off and discard charred skin. Remove stems and seeds. Cut peppers into thin strips; place in a large bowl. Add onion., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, herbs, garlic, garlic powder, cayenne, pepper and salt; pour over pepper mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours., Before serving, allow peppers to come to room temperature. Place on a serving plate; top with tomatoes, cheese and basil leaves.

SUSAN'S ITALIAN ROASTED RED PEPPERS

Steps:

• Line baking sheet with aluminum foil.
• Wash WHOLE red bell peppers and lightly rub a tiny bit of olive oil to the skin on all side.
• Lay them side by side on baking sheet in two rows.
• Place in the over on broil and broil them until the skin blackens quite a bit. (about 9-12 minutes per side).
• As one side darkens, take them out and continue to roast all sides until the peppers are evenly charred.
• Place in a bowl or baking dish and cover in saran wrap to let them "steam" for 20 minutes (This will help to release the charred skin and maintain the sweet inner flesh).
• Pull the tops off the peppers and be sure to save any release pepper juices in the dish you plan to place them. Remove all the charred flesh by tugging on it (should come off in sheets if steamed enough).
• Removed seeds and rinse lightly under water, if necessary, to get all seeds out.
• Place in bowl and add the olive oil, garlic and parsley. Mix well and serve at room temperature.

ITALIAN HERB PORK CHOPS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPER ITALIAN DRESSING

Steps:

• Medium heat large skillet with olive oil.
• Sprinkle each pork chop evenly with seasonings.
• Sear on both sides.
• Turn fire down and let pork chops cook covered until done on both sides.
• After pork chops are drained on both side, put on a plate and cove with dressing.
• Cook your favorite brand of garlic butter rice following directions on package.
• A pretty easy and tasty meal made within 15 minutes. Please, send us more of your quick and easy recipes to share.