One of the wonderful things about summer is the abundance of fresh herbs. Those hardy, persistent plants are a delight to the senses…
Tag: Salad
Wild Rice Salad with Ginger Dressing
Today the weatherman came through and then some! The sun is shining and the sky is that beautiful shade of clear blue that lends precision to every detail of our gorgeous landscape in the Pacific Northwest. From my vantage point on the back deck there isn’t a cloud in sight. […]
Bridging the Seasons – Pasta Shells with Pesto and Shrimp
It’s mid-May, late spring and the last day for Starbucks Frappuccino Happy Hour. Friday was the only day of these past ten when the temperature tempted me to take advantage of this special deal and indulge in one of those frosty blended beverages. As pretty as they looked on the […]
Bright Contrasts: Chicken Salad With Cherries
Summer is here and the produce market is once again full of a variety of fresh, luscious and local seasonal fruits. I have been gorging on local raspberries, taking note of apricots and peaches at the market and have even picked a few blueberries from my own bushes in the […]
Roasted Fruit Salad with Cinnamon Croutons
Built in 1874 in the Gothic Revival Style, Grace Church is filled with beautiful stained glass windows and appointed with dark wood furnishings. As if that weren’t enough to recommend it…
Recollections: Hot German Potato Salad
Reading my home county’s history society cookbook lends me a sense of that peace. Interestingly those stories tend to be tales of success rather than woe. In retrospect many sad stories have a silver lining. These people learned from their struggles and took lessons from hard times into the future…
A Vintage Recipe for Railroad Cole Slaw
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.
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 […]
Rattlesnake Beans and More at the Farmers Market
Rattlesnake Beans lose their distinct markings when cooked. Luckily Heirloom Tomato Vinaigrette makes this dish a stand out all on its own.
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!