Advertisements The cut of pasta in this salad is called Radiatore. It is a short pasta shape with lots of wavy edges which is perfect for holding on to sauces and dressings in soups, salads and pasta dishes. I really like to use it for cold pasta salad dishes because it holds its shape reallyContinue reading “Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad”
Category Archives: Salads
10 Recipes Using a Block of Cream Cheese #RecipeCollection
Advertisements Cream cheese is one of those things that most people enjoy but maybe they are not jumping at the recipes where they are a main ingredient. I want to be clear that when I say “a block of cream cheese” – I mean the denser version of cream cheese that usually comes wrapped inContinue reading “10 Recipes Using a Block of Cream Cheese #RecipeCollection”
Crispy Pork & Rice Noodle Salad
Advertisements I am a huge fan of the entree salad – a big ol’ fully loaded salad for the main dish as a dinner on it’s own. I love to start with some fresh greens, add a nicely cooked (and cooled) protein, some sort of starch, all the yummy veggies and a nice homemade dressingContinue reading “Crispy Pork & Rice Noodle Salad”
9 Recipes Using a Pack of Spaghetti Noodles #RecipeCollection
Advertisements I would be willing to bet that most of us have at least one package of spaghetti in your pantry. And I would double down to say you are tired of making just plain old spaghetti with it. There are really lots of options that go far beyond red sauce over noodles, that makeContinue reading “9 Recipes Using a Pack of Spaghetti Noodles #RecipeCollection”
Summer Steak Salad
Advertisements Warmer days are on the horizon which means cooler meals that don’t require heating up the kitchen to prepare. I love a marinated steak, grilled and sliced up on a fresh salad. Its got all the protein you need to fill you up without all the carbs to weigh you down. This easy SummerContinue reading “Summer Steak Salad”
Pasta Salad or Potato Salad – a Dozen Options #RecipeCollection
Advertisements The seasons are changing and it is about to be outdoor eating time – backyard BBQs, garden parties and family get togethers. Which usually means lots of potlucks and feeding large groups, and the need for some great side dishes. It is often hard to decide if you want to bring a pasta saladContinue reading “Pasta Salad or Potato Salad – a Dozen Options #RecipeCollection”
Easy Couscous & Veggie Salad
Advertisements When it comes to pasta salads, I like to have them loaded with veggies. I also prefer to use a vinegar and oil based dressing instead of a mayo based one for pasta salads. If you like both of those concepts and some bacon then let me introduce you to your new favorite pastaContinue reading “Easy Couscous & Veggie Salad”
Easy Salami Tortellini Salad
Advertisements Pretty much everything is better once you add in a little bit of salami. This tortellini salad is loaded with lots of veggies so you don’t have to feel bad about adding in the flavor bomb of salami. If you need a simple meal to bring to a potluck or backyard barbque or youContinue reading “Easy Salami Tortellini Salad”
Chili Crisp Carrot Salad
Advertisements Carrots are such a flavor packed, nutrient dense, and budget friendly vegetable that sadly gets overlooked so often. Some people don’t care for it cooked on its own. Some think they can’t eat much of it raw. This recipe for Chili Crisp Carrot Salad is going to change all of that for you andContinue reading “Chili Crisp Carrot Salad”
Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing
Advertisements Sometimes, you just need a really decadent creamy dressing with a little bit of funk. If you aren’t a fan of blue cheese – this is not the dressing for you. It is loaded with chunks and crumbles of blue cheese! Creamy and dreamy are the best ways to describe this Chunky Blue CheeseContinue reading “Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing”