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Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves

By: LINDA 
"These are the richest appetizers we have ever served. They are wonderful with wine and cheese! A version of this recipe was a gift from a friend and we have enjoyed it along with our guests. Use as much Gorgonzola as suits your taste!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (14)

What to Drink?

Wine Sangiovese
Prep Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 20 rolled leaves
 

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup chopped green olives
  • 3/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
  • 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
  • 3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
  • 5 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 4 roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 (8 ounce) jar grape leaves packed in brine

Directions

  1. In a bowl, mix the green olives, kalamata olives, Gorgonzola cheese, macadamia nuts, basil, tomatoes, bell pepper, garlic, and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Lay each grape leaf flat, and place a heaped tablespoonful of the olive and Gorgonzola mixture in the center. Fold or roll the leaves around the mixture. Chill until serving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 91 | Total Fat: 7.3g | Cholesterol: 4mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 3, 2006 by KROL   view full review
You do have to rinse the brine off the grape leaves. It comes with the directions. These are...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2004 by FARGOMIKE   view full review
Overall, I thought this was a great recipe. I would make one change. It was a bit salty for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2004 by MSBEACHBUM   view full review
Don't make this if you want leftovers....only the dish was left!! It was great and everyone...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 14, 2008 by AZ Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Dynamite! I used the leaves soaked in vinegar brine, which I prefer as they have a milder...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2006 by MLFLY   view full review
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2008 by Foodie Girl   view full review
Overall, this was a huge hit. My only complaint is that even without the brine it was a bit...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2006 by Marigat   view full review
Lots of work, lots of ingredients, lots of yummy taste for those with a discriminating palate....
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 28, 2006 by world_traveler_84   view full review
This is absolutely delicious, but it is very expensive, and needs to be strained a few times...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2009 by purple-girl   view full review
My husband has held that he would NEVER enjoy Gorgonzola and has turned it down every time it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 19, 2005 by S&G Mummy Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
The filling had an excellent flavour but did not work well for us in grape leaves. The...

 

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