One of the best parts of summer is the availability of fresh ingredients. Like the copious amounts of basil and mint that Amy bought at the farmer’s market and the greens that are in her own garden. I made a fresh greens salad with basil and mint vinaigrette. Don’t you just love a salad that…
Salads
Macaroni Deviled Egg Salad
Here’s a recipe for a delicious macaroni deviled egg salad that would be the perfect thing to bring to a potluck dinner or have at a picnic or backyard party. About a week ago, Mary Jo picked up 2 dozen hard boiled eggs that were on sale for $4.99. That’s a super price for not…
Sensational Traditional Caesar Dressing
Caesar salad is usually my choice of salad when we go out to eat. At home, I’ve tried to buy caesar dressing in a jar but it never seems to taste quite right. Making your own traditional caesar dressing is the way to go for a tasty salad. To make this dressing, I used an…
Cold Mango Pasta Salad
This cold mango pasta salad would be a perfect accompaniment to any meal in the coming summer months. It’s refreshing and citrusy with a nice mango sweetness to it. Here in Florida, they are practically giving mangos away this month, (not really…4 for $5.00). That’s a good deal though. Mango is a perfect addition to a…
Cucumber Balsamic Caprese Salad
It’s getting time for some fresh, no nonsense salads, just like this cucumber balsamic caprese salad. I could eat this stuff all day. Springtime means freshness, and this is a hiked up version of traditional tomato, mozzarella, and basil. First off, the balsamic I used was a good, fairly thick and tasty condiment to start…
Seared Salmon Salad Nicoise
Sometimes the best dishes are the simplest. That’s what this delicious springtime seared salmon salad nicoise is. Make this for your significant other and impress the heck out of them. I know that Mary Jo was impressed. Spring means asparagus and I like to have it frequently, especially when it’s on sale. A traditional salad…