A Meal Fit for a King

15 Point Road offers up rich flavors

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THE RESTAURANT
15 Point Road

Overlooking the Sakonnet River at one of Portsmouth’s most scenic vistas, 15 Point Road is a restaurant that ranks high on ambience and in culinary prowess. Chef Christopher Maitland, who has worked at kitchens in Boston, Providence and Newport presents a New American menu strongly influenced by the local bounty (especially from the sea). Think Deconstructed Beef Wellington, Shrimp Piri Piri, Scallops Block Island, Chicken Nanaquacket. While the menu is decidedly fine dining, Sundays bring a budget-friendly prix fixe menu that’s still representative of the restaurant’s philosophy. 15 Point Road, Portsmouth. 401-683- 3138. www.15pointroad.com

THE RECIPE


King and Prince with Fettuccini
Serves 2

5 oz cooked fettucini
1 tsp minced white onion
1/2 tsp minced shallots
1/2 tsp flour
1/2 tbsp butter
2 4oz veal medallions, seasoned with salt and pepper and seared
3 oz cooked lobster meat
1/4 oz baby spinach
1/2 tbsp basil
1/4 c light cream
1/2 c heavy cream
3 tbsp Chardonnay
3 tbsp Sherry
1/4 tsp chopped fresh garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
Shaved parmesan for garnish

In a sauté pan, cook the onions, shallots, garlic, salt and pepper with the butter until soft. Stir in flour, then add Chardonnay and Sherry and sauté for 30 seconds. Add cooked pasta and creams, and cook for one minute. Add veal, lobster and spinach and toss to coat. Garnish with fresh parmesan and basil and serve.

THE WINE PAIRING
Greenvale Chardonnay

Perched on a hill overlooking the Sakonnet River, the land of Portsmouth’s Greenvale Vineyards was passed down through four generations of the Parker family before they decided to put it to more spirited use. Now, led by winemaker Nancy Parker Wilson, Greenvale produces small batches of boutique wines that are best enjoyed listening to live jazz in the historic barn/tasting room (luckily, this happens every weekend). The light, dry character of Greenvale Chardonnay, which retails for $16.99, complements the mild proteins in this pasta dish. 582 Wapping Road, Portsmouth. 401-847-3777, www.greenvale.com

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