jillie wrote:

> I just returned from a lovely luncheon at La Provence Restaurant, here
> in Roseville.
>
> I had calamari, which was excellent, but the thing that was beyond
> wonderful were the fried Meyer lemon slices that were served as a
> garnish.
>
> The slices were paper thin and dropped in the same batter as the
> calamari and then fried. They were "almost" crisp and tasted so good.
> There were about six slices on the plate and I ate every one of them
>
> I'm going to try this at home and the next time I go there am going to
> order a whole plate of these delightful morsels.
>
> jillie
> Rosevill, CA

Aren't they just wonderful??!? Mario Batali often garnishes his dishes with
fried Meyer lemon slices, particularly as an accompaniment to fish.
'Course, I'm with you: they're just fine on their own, and even better when
heaped on large plates!

Spitz
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"Home, James, and don't spare the horses!"