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Pronto e Fresco - Italian Style

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He was conceived to cook, made to marinate, born to bocconcini. His name is Michele Pizza.

With a moniker like that he was surely put on this earth to create authentic Italian food. He is the Pronto e Fresco head chef. For his antipasto, Signor Michele insists on the freshest produce and finest ingredients. The oil must be canola, the herbs must be hand-picked and the vinegar must be balsamic for a sweeter, more delicate flavour. And as for preservatives, additives and artificial flavours – Michele won’t stand for any of it.

Michele now presents a delicious selection of recipes featuring his premium ingredients. Please check back from time to time to see the latest featured recipe. Enjoy!

Semi-dried Tomato Chicken

Ingredients

• 8 chicken drumsticks
• 120g é Fresco semi-dried tomatoes (1 tub)
• 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees.
2. Wash chicken and pat dry.
3. Drain é Fresco semi-dried tomatoes and retain dressing. Roughly chop tomatoes.
4. Combine semi-dried tomatoes, garlic, herbs, olive oil and seasoning in a large heavy based baking dish. Add chicken drumsticks and toss well to coat.
5. Add 3 tablespoons of water, cover with foil and steam-bake for 20 minutes.
6. Remove foil and cook for a further 15 minutes, or until water has dried and chicken is golden brown.
7. Pour dressing from semi-dried tomatoes over chicken and serve.