Fourth Of July Food Guide

Independence Day is the perfect holiday to crank up your grill and celebrate the land of the free.  Obviously you're going to have your hotdogs, perfectly grilled burgers and pulled pork sandwiches at your holiday extravaganza.  But this year, Mario Batali decided to switch up his BBQ routine and add some fish to the smorgasbord of deliciousness.  Below is this summer's Fourth of July menu worthy of fireworks!

Fourth of July Menu:

Dad's Salumi

Fregula with Corn

Summer Caprese Salad

The Perfect Burger

Chilled Zabaglione with Rasberries and Amaretti

Dad's Salumi 
Serves well on Mario Batali™by Madeira End Grain Teak Chop Block

Fregula with Corn

Summer Caprese Salad

The Perfect Burger

Chilled Zabaglione with Rasberries and Amaretti 

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Plantation Teak - End Grain Round Chop Block

Plantation Teak - End Grain Large Chop Block

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Artichokes with Grana Padano

Make this incredibly easy recipe for the perfect vegetable antipasti!

Artichokes with Grana Padano 

Watch! How-To Prep Artichokes

Watermelon & Red Onion Salad

Watermelon & Red Onion Salad

Ingredients
Makes 4 Servings

1 cup watermelon cut into 1/2 inch cubes and chilled
1 teaspoon fresh mint, chiffonade
1/4 red onion, sliced paper thin
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1 ounce bottarga, sliced paper thin lengthwise

Directions
Toss watermelon cubes with red onion, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, mint and pepper. Place in the center of a plate or bowl.
Shave bottarga over like a teepee and serve!

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How To Make Hazelnut Meringues

Watch the video below & learn how to whip up this decadent dessert!

How To Make Meringues 

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