First Knife Out....

Hello All,

Welcome to 2011 and a new blog titled Knife Out on the Town.   

As many people are, I am inspired by food, laughter, love, and friendship.  While sitting and watching the Food Network with my friend Shamicka, an overwhelming sensation to cook came over me.  However, trying to make Ricotta and Taleggio ravioli at 2am was not ideal. 

Ere go the birth of KNIFE OUT ON THE TOWN. 

I am dedicating this blog to the many restaurants, recipes, and cooking shows that have inspired me.  As the blog continues to be updated, I will share these recipes, shows, and the like that have inspired me in the kitchen.  As we do not always have the means to attend our favorite restaurants, it would be nice to make great inexpensive meals that are full of flavor and favorites from our childhood.  I will do my best to show you how to eat a top dollar meal on a New York budget. 

Currently, I am on a cherry kick thanks to a recent re-run of Iron Chef America.  Let's just say there were some lamb wrapped cherries stuffed with feta and almonds.  Mmmm....I will see how I can build on that!

Here is a wonderful appetizer/snack that is easy to make:

Cherry Salsa ~


Ingredients

• 4 cups cherries, stemmed, pitted, and chopped
• 8 green onions, chopped
• 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, chopped

Mix all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl until well combined. Serve with your favorite chips.

Enjoy ~
Knife Out