This vintage Cole Slaw recipe relies on a mayo-free oil and vinegar dressing flavored with dry mustard and celery seed. Straight from my Mother-in-Law’s recipe box, it is the perfect side for barbecues and picnic dinners.
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Blueberry Chicken Salad
Summer’s Heat Summer’s heat has descended on the Portland area this week. Everywhere I go people are trying to outdo each other in relating the dire forecasts they have heard for a record breaking heatwave in the days to come. I smile and nod my head trying to suppress my […]
Stemmed Tomatoes Stuffed with Herbed Goat Cheese
Do you have a cookbook you go back to again and again for inspiration? Some of my favorite cookbooks, like “Betty Crocker’s Cookbook,” are on my shelf because I can trust them for the basics. Some, like “Joie De Vivre” by Robert Arbor, share wonderful stories about food. Still others, […]
Poached Pears with Red Fruit and Ginger
I saw several illustrations of poached pears, one whole and one halved, and both were so beautiful. The curve of their side, the color of their delicate flesh, the expected and yet surprisingly lyrical asymmetry of their form…
Green Bean, Walnut and Feta Salad
This salad is green bean poetry! It is composed of the tender crunch of garden fresh green beans cooked al dente, punctuated by the brisk intensity of thinly sliced red onion circles…
Sangria Fruit Salad
From the sunny shores of Macedonia comes this recipe for “summertime in a bowl.” Sangria Fruit Salad is composed of a variety of seasonal fruits and embellished with a taste of Spain. Enjoy the sweetness of summer and the expressive flavor of Sangria in this beautiful fresh fruit salad.
Jamon and Arugula Salad
While interesting, it can be a challenge to search out completely authentic ingredients. You can locate products from Spain to compose a delicious Jamon and Arugula Salad, if you like. Or simply rely on the inspiration of Spanish cuisine to spark the exploration of great local products. Either way, enjoy the adventure!
Amazing Chicken Salad
I am not very good at making sandwiches. Since I was a child I have mostly avoided them. Not that I don’t like the idea of a sandwich well enough, but experience has taught me they are unpredictable and so I always approach them with caution…
Corn Salad with Pecan Dressing
This easy-going Corn Salad is as appealing at a summer picnic or potluck as it is on the Thanksgiving table. It makes a fantastic side dish, but is also a delicious snack when scooped up with chips like a salsa. Easy to prepare in advance, it is pretty and keeps well for several days.