2009 Contest Entry

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Recipe Title:
Sal's Sicilian Cioppino
Pairing:
Pinot Grigio
Category:
Main Course
Submitted By:
Sal G.
Location:
Milwaukee, WI
Date Added:
July 06, 2009
Votes:
1275
Comments:
43

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  1. LauraMon, July 06, 2009 @ 11:58 AM
    This looks so delicious! Love the video.
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  2. KellyMon, July 06, 2009 @ 3:12 PM
    I was getting so hungry watching Sal cooking this delicious dish - can't wait to try the recipe!!
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  3. KathieOMon, July 06, 2009 @ 7:42 PM
    Oh what a treat, I've tasted this dish at Sal's, it is wonderful. Too bad the video can't capture the smell, too. Sal's right this SM Pinot Grigio is the perfect companion for his dish!
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  4. MaryTue, July 07, 2009 @ 1:51 PM
    This dish looks so good way too go uncle Sal...
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  5. Frank O.Tue, July 07, 2009 @ 5:23 PM
    I get hungry just looking at this. Tasty!
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  6. Mary OWed, July 08, 2009 @ 9:10 AM
    If I come to the house at 6:30, would you cook for me? Salute!!
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  7. Barbara LThu, July 09, 2009 @ 5:07 PM
    I know that this dish is wonderful. Sal is a very good cook and from the same home town as my grandfather. Ciao!
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  8. FitzFri, July 10, 2009 @ 1:39 PM
    Can't wait to try this!
    Thanks!
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  9. RickFri, July 10, 2009 @ 6:14 PM
    Sal, this looks and sounds great!!, Apperance, and staging have a huge effect on what people eat/crave and this is first class!!, Great job! can't wait to try this with our daughter and husband!
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  10. Jessica P.Fri, July 10, 2009 @ 7:33 PM
    Go Sal's Sicilian Cioppino!! Wow--Top notch dish! Thanks.
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  11. JoyceThu, July 16, 2009 @ 11:10 AM
    Great pairing and quote, "This dish and the wine are like a husband & wife on their honeymoon!" He captures the audience by simply being Sal. Thanks for adding a splash of diversity & a tasty recipe!
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  12. Jake Thu, July 16, 2009 @ 5:57 PM
    Sounds and looks Delicious Sal
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  13. LeonThu, July 16, 2009 @ 11:41 PM
    Sal has a good vidio presentation, but his Cioppino does not have much variety in it. Also the broth should be made out of fish stock, not chicken.
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  14. JimFri, July 17, 2009 @ 9:36 AM
    Fun to see a past fisherman creating Chioppino as his dish, using Italian wine, and talking with a Sicilian accent. Bravo!
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  15. CindyFri, July 17, 2009 @ 2:28 PM
    I love this food! It's the best out there! Vote for sal!!! :) Good luck Sal!
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  16. AdamFri, July 17, 2009 @ 2:31 PM
    Very good Sal.
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  17. silviaSat, July 18, 2009 @ 8:34 AM
    that's italian from your sicilian nieces
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  18. simonaSat, July 18, 2009 @ 8:49 AM
    this dish looks very delicious ciao zio da simona


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  19. Tom McCartySat, July 18, 2009 @ 7:20 PM
    Thanks Aunt Bernice for telling us about Sal and his recipe.
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  20. BradSun, July 19, 2009 @ 8:03 PM
    this guy has it right. I'm going to Milwaukee asap.
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  21. PaulMon, July 20, 2009 @ 10:33 AM
    Sal great video and recipe, but I had to vote for Deb. She is my girlfriend after all. I hope some day we can all cook and enjoy the wine together. Good luck, Paul
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  22. Frank Mon, July 20, 2009 @ 4:20 PM
    Gotta love this really nice Italian Man!
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  23. NancyTue, July 21, 2009 @ 12:22 PM
    This look fantastic. I am glad the recipe is included I can't wait to try it. I have never use this brand of wine before I will have to try it.
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  24. TeresaWed, July 22, 2009 @ 4:44 PM
    Sal, what a great looking dish. I can't wait to try it at home.
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  25. MonicaThu, July 23, 2009 @ 1:30 PM
    I know it'll be delicious...and I LOVE the Pino Grigio!
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  26. JenThu, July 23, 2009 @ 3:06 PM
    Fabulous! Thanks for the recipe too.
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  27. vanessa czeszynskiThu, July 23, 2009 @ 8:57 PM
    i really hope you win! you did such a good job with the vidio and the recipie- i might just heve to try it! best wishes, good luck!
    -vanessa C.
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  28. JamieMon, July 27, 2009 @ 7:11 PM
    looks good!
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  29. EliaMon, July 27, 2009 @ 10:04 PM
    A True Silician Dish

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  30. PietroMon, July 27, 2009 @ 10:24 PM
    I can not wait to try this dish
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  31. JannetteThu, July 30, 2009 @ 7:43 PM
    great job
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  32. giuseppeFri, July 31, 2009 @ 5:48 AM
    sembra un piatto delizioso
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  33. simonaFri, July 31, 2009 @ 5:53 AM
    questo piatto sembra squisito lo farò cucinare alla mamma
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  34. AdrianoSun, August 02, 2009 @ 3:26 PM
    My mouth is watering and I want some cioppino! Does he make appearences?? lol
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  35. TiaMon, August 03, 2009 @ 11:45 AM
    Fish and wine what could be better!
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  36. Bernice C.Wed, August 05, 2009 @ 2:16 PM
    The S.M. wine and the chicken broth makes an old recipe seem new !!!
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  37. adaSat, August 08, 2009 @ 6:22 AM
    la ricetta è squisita buon appetito auguri per un buon esito

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  38. PatTue, August 11, 2009 @ 10:00 PM
    This is just one of your best. You have a lot more.
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  39. William WongWed, August 12, 2009 @ 6:50 PM
    Top chef! Love your cooking!
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  40. Jill Wed, August 12, 2009 @ 6:53 PM
    Way to go Sal!!!
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  41. KathieSat, August 15, 2009 @ 11:22 AM
    This dish goes great with Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio. Your video was refreshing, great job.
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  42. AlSun, August 16, 2009 @ 12:25 PM
    Loos like Sal has created another masterpiece. Can't wait to try it!
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  43. DIANNETue, August 18, 2009 @ 10:03 AM
    DA BESTA DISH I EVER SEENA !!! WAY TO GO SAL!!!
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Sal's Sicilian Cioppino

Paired with Pinot Grigio

Description:

The beauty of the sea is bathed in marinara sauce and paired with Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio wine.

Ingredients:

  1. 28 oz. diced tomatoes
  2. 1/2 c. chopped onion
  3. 2 cloves chopped garlic
  4. 3-4 bay leaves
  5. Pinch of salt
  6. Pinch of oregano
  7. Pinch of sugar
  8. 2T. Olive Oil
  1. 1t. lemon juice
  2. 8 whole clams in shell, rinsed
  3. 1 lb. swordfish, remove skin
  4. 1 lb. cod, rinsed and quartered
  5. 16 jumbo shrimp, remove shell and devein (can leave tails intact)
  6. 1/2 c. chicken broth
  7. 1 T. red wine vinegar
  8. Lemon slices

Directions:

Marinara Sauce:
28 oz. diced tomatoes
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 cloves chopped garlic
3-4 bay leaves
Pinch of salt, oregano & sugar
Combine in large pan & simmer 20 min.

Once marinara sauce is on the stove, prepare seafood.

Seafood:
2T. Olive Oil
1t. lemon juice
8 whole clams in shell, rinsed
1 lb. swordfish, de-skin
1 lb. cod, rinse & quarter
16 jumbo shrimp, remove shell and devein
1/2 c. chicken broth
1 T. red wine vinegar
Lemon slices

In large pan, sauté swordfish & cod in olive oil. Add shrimp & clams. Next, add other ingredients except lemon slices. Gently add marinara sauce & heat over medium flame. Once simmering again, continue cooking for 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and plate, making sure most of the clams are positioned on the top of the dish. Garnish with lemon.

Note: Marinara sauce can be prepared a day early. Refrigerate until ready to prepare seafood.

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