New England Summer

I have traveled up-n-down the east coast and every seaside village has their version of the classic lobster roll. I will tip you off to one of my favorites, I know I have mentioned this spot before. We even filmed TV segments for Living it UP! at The Clam Bar - located here in the Hamptons, on the Napeaque stretch between Amagansett and Montauk. The owner Dick Ehrlich sets the bar very high serving-up their chock-filled fresh lobster rolls, manhattan clam chowder and locally caught grilled fish dish specials. 

The lobster roll is yet another great in season option to served at your outdoor gatherings and picnics. Feel free to mix seafood, such as crab or shrimp. Then just call it a seafood roll. Or, skip the carbs and stuff a summer vine ripened tomato with your fresh lobster salad. Now kick back and enjoy!

New England Lobster Roll

Makes six sandwiches 

* 1 1/2 pounds Lobster meat, cooked and cooled
6 soft rolls
1/4 cup sour cream
2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
1 green onion chopped
1 Tablespoon chives, chopped
1 Tablespoon parsley, chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 Tablespoon fresh dill 
1 teaspoon hot sauce

Cut lobster meat into 1 inch pieces. In a small bowl toss lobster meat, mayonnaise, green onion, lemon, mustard, dill, and hot sauce.
Serve immediately on soft rolls with sliced tomatoes.
*shrimp and crab meat may be substituted 

Holiday, Living it UP!

Hi friends. Thank you for all your happy holiday emails. It's a good feeling to have so many appreciative viewers watching Living it UP! around the country. I know everyone is busy with family, work, church and activities, especially this time of year. So, I will keep inspiring you with recipes and ideas for a simple, happy holiday at Daily FOOD; leaving you more time for family and friends.

This weekend let's make gluhwein, eggnogspiced nuts and roasted chestnuts

Next week, together, we’ll count down Christmas with many festive recipes and holiday celebration plates. And promise, I won't dare you or double-dog dare you.

Scene from A Christmas Story, 'I double dog dare you!' | 1983