Back when I was in college, I worked as a waitress in a restaurant. One of the seasonal items on the menu was chicken salad beautifully served in half of a cantaloupe. I’m sure I served it to the restaurant guests, but I never had one myself, and I don’t have the slightest idea of […]
Summer Salad with Field Greens, Peas, & Sunflower Seeds
The Summer Salad with Field Greens, Peas, & Sunflower Seeds is a wonderful all-round summer salad to serve at your next cookout to accompany grilled chicken or the all-American burger, and so versatile that you could serve it for a light lunch with friends on the patio, along with a crusty baguette and a refreshing […]
Orzo, Feta, & Basil Salad – Perfect Dish for a Backyard Cookout
One of our nieces is graduating from high school this year. The graduation party was outdoors, with a big striped canopy tent on the lawn, smiling guests, good conversation, and delicious food. We created our version of one of the dishes served at the party, and it just so happens to be our very first […]