Salads
Persimmon and Avocado Salad
January/18/2010 06:30 PM
Fuyu persimmons – peeled and cut into bite sized pieces
Avocados – cut into bite sized pieces
Slivered almonds
Chopped green onions
GIRARD’S Champagne dressing
Mix equal parts of persimmon and avocado. Add almonds and onions to your taste. Sprinkle lightly with the dressing. This can be served alone or on a bed of mixed greens. Read More...
Orzo and Pancetta Salad
June/01/2009 10:23 AM
Orzo and Pancetta Salad
Ingredients:
1 box of Orzo
1 4 oz package of chopped Pancetta*
1 cup fresh Basil – torn into bite sized pieces
3-4 cloves of Garlic – minced
½ cup Pine Nuts
1 cup shredded Asiago Cheese
¼ cup Olive oil
1 teaspoon Balsamic Vinegar
Black Pepper
Red Pepper Flakes
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Broccoli Salad
May/11/2009 10:04 PM
Broccoli
Salad
There are several versions of this broccoli salad but this one is my favorite! It is perfect for a summer pool party served with crusty “No Knead Bread” and your favorite beverage! Make it a day ahead and all the work is done! The portions are estimated so it can be changed to fit the size of the crowd you are feeding.
Prep. Time – 30 minutes
Serves – 6-8
2lb bag of broccoli florets- cut into bite size pieces quickly blanched* (you can just use the broccoli raw for this recipe – personal preference)
1 cup sun dried tomatoes **
1 cup of toasted slivered almonds
½ cup chopped onion (green onions can also be used)
1 & ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Basic dressing- mix the following: Read More...
Cha Cha Chinois Salad
January/20/2009 05:51 PM
Cha Cha Chinois Salad
½ head of green cabbage
½ head of red cabbage
½ head of jicama- peeled
2 large carrots
½ bunch of green onions – chopped
½ medium red onion – chopped
½ bunch of cilantro – chopped
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup toasted pine nuts
½ bottle “Soy Vay Cha-Cha Chinese Chicken Salad Dressing”
Red pepper flakes to taste Read More...
