So first thing's first. Before even reading this recipe, please make sure you have a fire extinguisher on hand. Or at the very least, a lot of baking soda (it can put out a grease fire). You know, we get pretty paranoid about fires here in San Francisco!
Now, for some time, I've been wanting to light my food on fire. I mean, I'm not a pyro or anything but you always see 'em do it on TV! And I admit, I been a bit scared to try it myself. It looks so cool but soooo scary! And guess what, it's not. It's rather easy.
Of course, I didn't want to light the usual fair on fire, like a crepe or a banana. I wanted something fun and unique. I love the idea of a warm salad so why not a salad with fire? A Caprese seemed liked the best choice. Typically served cold, this would be an interesting twist one wouldn't expect. And because I planned to use bourbon, I wanted to use an ingredient that would best complement the spirit so I chose peaches over tomatoes. I thought peaches would really complement all of those lovely vanilla notes found within the alcohol.
This recipe originally appeared at KQED.
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes minutes
Total Time 25 minutes minutes