The Mary Marzano: A Zany Italian Mary
If you want to experience an Italian, vine-ripened version of the Classic Mary, this one's for you. Prepare this bright, fresh and not-too-spicy mix and you'll want to keep a glass container in the fridge to sip on all the time -- either with or without the vodka! You can even add it to your favorite meatball or lasagna recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 28 oz can San Marzano whole tomatoes drained
- 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Tabasco more or less depending upon taste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestshire sauce
- 1 tablespoon pepper freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon horseradish freshly ground
- 8 ounces Vodka omit for "virgin" Mary
- 4 large stuffed green olives for garnish
- 4 marinated mushrooms for garnish
- 4 mini mozzarella balls for garnish
- 4 slices lemons for garnish
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients, except vodka and garnishes, in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Fill 4 highball glasses with ice and 2 ounces each of vodka.
- Pour the Bloody Mary mixture into the glass. Create your garnish by skewering one olive, one mozzarella ball, 1 mushroom and 1 lemon slice per drink.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
The beloved San Marzano tomatoes offer a balanced flavor that combines sweetness, tomato intensity, and just the right amount of acid. Always keep a couple of 28 ounce jars or cans in your pantry for your homemade marinara and pizza sauce recipes.