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Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves

SUBMITTED BY: LINDA

"These are the richest appetizers we have ever served. They are wonderful with wine and cheese! A version of this recipe was a gift from a friend and we have enjoyed it along with our guests. Use as much Gorgonzola as suits your taste!"
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 10 stars. This recipe average a 4.5 star rating.
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PREP TIME  45 Min
READY IN  45 Min
Original recipe yield 20 rolled leaves

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 3/4 cup chopped green olives
  • 3/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
  • 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
  • 3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
  • 5 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 4 roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (8 ounce) jar grape leaves packed in brine

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a bowl, mix the green olives, kalamata olives, Gorgonzola cheese, macadamia nuts, basil, tomatoes, bell pepper, garlic, and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Lay each grape leaf flat, and place a heaped tablespoonful of the olive and Gorgonzola mixture in the center. Fold or roll the leaves around the mixture. Chill until serving.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2004 by FARGOMIKE
Overall, I thought this was a great recipe. I would make one change. It was a bit salty for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2004 by MSBEACHBUM
Don't make this if you want leftovers....only the dish was left!! It was great and everyone... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 3, 2006 by KROL
You do have to rinse the brine off the grape leaves. It comes with the directions. These are... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 28, 2006 by world_traveler_84
This is absolutely delicious, but it is very expensive, and needs to be strained a few times... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2006 by Marigat
Lots of work, lots of ingredients, lots of yummy taste for those with a discriminating palate.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2006 by MLFLY
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 19, 2005 by S&G Mummy
The filling had an excellent flavour but did not work well for us in grape leaves. The... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 14, 2008 by A.Z.
Dynamite! I used the leaves soaked in vinegar brine, which I prefer as they have a milder... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2008 by Pixie Girl 77
Overall, this was a huge hit. My only complaint is that even without the brine it was a bit... MORE


 
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