Category Archives: salad

Bloody Mary Quick Pickled Shrimp

Posted on August 23, 2013 by okieranchwife

Several weekends ago when my friend came over to replace the motor on my mower, I made that Cajun Shrimp Salad on toasted buns http://wp.me/p1qGwH-it . I also made this dish as a side salad. I found this recipe in … Continue reading →

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Cajun Shrimp Salad

Posted on August 11, 2013 by okieranchwife

I made this salad last weekend for my friend who, very kindly, put a replacement motor on my zero turn lawn mower. I went stupid and ran it full out on choke for an hour. For anyone who doesn’t know … Continue reading →

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Blue Cheese Chicken Salad

Posted on December 3, 2011 by okieranchwife

I confess I love Blue Cheese. Yes, I know, I know, it’s an acquired taste. But team it with BACON!  Ohhhhh! 1/4 cup Olive Oil Mayonnaise (add a bit more if you think it is too dry)  1 1/2 tablespoon White … Continue reading →

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Cold Chinese Noodles

Posted on November 11, 2011 by okieranchwife

This recipe is so versatile. It can be a snack, a side or even a vegetarian main dish. This will keep in fridge for at least a week (if it is not eaten all at one serving!) 1/2 pound thin Pasta … Continue reading →

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Potato Salad

Posted on August 23, 2011 by okieranchwife

If I were a food ingredient, I would be a potato. The lowly spud has fed generations of people all over the world but you can tart it up and make it something special. This potato salad should be invited … Continue reading →

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Pennsylvania German Hot Bacon Dressing

Posted on August 9, 2011 by okieranchwife

Even as a kid I really liked this sour dressing that my Mom made for Sunday lunch. She usually paired it with  her Beef Pot Roast. This is comfort food for me! 3 slices of Bacon, well cooked and crumbled 1 … Continue reading →

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Salmon and Asparagus Salad Wrap

Posted on August 8, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is nice almost no cook meal. You can use leftover Salmon fillets or canned Salmon and get those healthy Omega 3 essential Oils. 1 pound fresh Asparagus Spears, tough ends trimmed off 8 ozs cooked Salmon, flaked without skin or … Continue reading →

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Cucumber Dill and Tomato Salad

Posted on August 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

Wheeeee. I’m going to have to get my wooley-pulley sweater out, it’s only 102 F here. And in honor of the continuing triple digit temps, this is a no cook salad with ingredients out of your garden. 2 medium Cucumbers, … Continue reading →

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Asian Chicken Salad

Posted on August 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a really easy salad that can be made up ahead of time for work lunches or sides at dinner.  Just leave out the chicken if you are vegetarian. You can add some Tofu or TVP (Textured Vegetable Protein) … Continue reading →

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Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

Posted on August 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

Yesterday our high temp was 110 F. Today we are supposed to have a cold snap, only 102! Here is another no cook recipe for everyone. It calls for water packed fresh mozzarella since it has the best taste and consistency but … Continue reading →

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