August Spice of the Month: Lemon Pepper
August is packed with picnics, prepping for the school year, taking a vacation, and going on adventures. Sail away with the bright lemon pepper spice blend that originated in the Caribbean islands.
About the Program
The Spice of the Month Take and Make is your passport to global flavors.
Each monthly kit includes:
- A small packet of the featured spice blend (enough for two recipes).
- Easy recipe cards to try at home.
- A brief history and cultural context of the spice.
- Suggested books for further exploration.
Registration is preferred. Kits will be available while supplies last, registration secures a kit for you.
August's Recipes
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Lemon Pepper Shrimp: Sauté shrimp with butter, garlic, and lemon pepper seasoning, then serve over rice.
- Caribbean Citrus Salad: Combine oranges, grapefruit, and avocado slices, then sprinkle with lemon pepper and olive oil.
Reads for August:
Expand your understanding of the culture and cuisine of the Caribbean:
- Islandborn by Junot Díaz (children's fiction)
- The Cooking Gene by Michael W. Twitty.