Croatian Roasted Red Peppers Recipes

Steps:

• Cut the peppers in half, remove the seeds but leave the stalks on[decorative] Lay the peppers in a shallow 16 x 12 roasting-tray wich is lightly oiled.
• Cut the tomatoes in quarters and put 2 in each pepper half.
• Cut up one anchovy fillet per pepper[use scissors]and add to the tomatoes.
• Peel the garlic, slice or chop very finely,and divide over the peppers.
• Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil over each pepper.
• Season with the black pepper.
• Place the tray in a 350F preheated oven on a high shelf, for 50 to 60 minutes, the edges should be browned by then.
• Transfer your peppers to a serving dish, don"t leave the juices in the roasting-dish but pour them over the peppers.
• Serve with basil leaves scattered over them.

Steps:

• Quarter and clean pith from red peppers.
• Spray skin side with olive oil mist.
• Roast peppers under broiler 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally until skins are black.
• Put peppers in a paper bag until cool.
• Peel skins, (do not wash peppers) and put in a bowl.
• Add smashed garlic clove, oil and vinegar.
• Salt& pepper to taste.
• Cover and let marinate at room temperature for 2 hours.
• These can be made and stored in the fridge for a week. If the the oil creates a covering, simply microwave for 30 seconds. Best served at room temperature.

Steps:

• Wash and dry peppers. Placed on a tray about 2 inches below preheated broiler. Broil, turning, until well blistered and charred on all sides. As each pepper is finished, place in a kettle and cover tightly. Let peppers rest until cool enough to handle. The peppers seem easier to peel if you let them cool and steam for an hour or more until nearly room temperature. Gently peel with fingertips; try not to tear flesh. Place whole peppers in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt, garlic, oil, and vinegar; turn peppers to season and coat on all sides. Let stand for at least 30 minutes; or cover and chill for a day or more. Serve the peppers with all juices on a few leaves of soft butter lettuce. Makes 2 servings.
• Suggested Accompaniments: French style bread and dry white wine.
• Home Cooking Around The World-- Woman's Day.