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These are recipes for simple, easy, homemade dishes. I make no promises about portion size or fat content, etc., but they are dishes that I have prepared and liked. I don't post pictures because I don't have fabulous lighting, nor a great camera. I can promise that I haven't just made things up without trying the recipe and this is all stuff other people have tried and no one spit anything out in disgust. Not yet, anyway! I don't take cool supporting photos of the steps along the way (but wait, are you telling me you are going to cook those nuts in the microwave in that METAL bowl?) but these are real recipes that a regular cook/baker should be able to figure out. I love the work of Deb at Smitten Kitchen - she provides the whole package!!! Good food, witty comments and lovely photos. If you want to see a REAL food blog, check her out.

Sunday, December 18, 2011

Winter salad

This works best with a mild, sweet vinegar like Raspberry Wine (or balsamic, if you can afford it!)  If you don't have that then add a tiny sprinkle of sugar to the vinegar.  I would also plop two poached eggs on top, so start those first if you're adding them.
In a ridiculously large bowl, put about one tablespoon of vinegar and about one-half tablespoon of Penzey's dried shallots.  Dice several dried tomatoes into 1/4 inch pieces and drop on top (don't stir yet.) Add 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper and a teaspoon of dijon.  Add about 3 tablespoons of oil and stir.  Add salad greens and toss.  Plate.  On top, sprinkle raisins, craisins, roast pepitas and chow mein noodles.  Shave a mild American parmesan on top and enjoy.