Recipezaar: Picnic,Summer recipes

Honey-Glazed Peach Tart With Mascarpone Cream

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:23:38 -0500

From Bon Appétit, August 2003 - Enter the tart - light, delicate, and fresh. This recipe tastes like summer on a plate - the peaches are front and foremost, lightly highlighted with a drizzle of honey, a pat of butter, and a sprinkle of almonds. Top it with some whipped mascarpone, and youve just made some humble peaches very happy. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Garlic and Mustard Burgers

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:36:14 -0500

Mmmmmm.....we love these little beauties. I came across this recipe in a Betty Crocker cookbook long ago and have been making them ever since. The roasted bell peppers on the top make this extra special. -- posted by mommyoffour

Cranberry Lemonade

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:42:48 -0500

Just a little thing I put together to cut calories and enjoy something cool and sweet. -- posted by Ann Cecile

Orange, Kumara & Tuna Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 4)

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 14:44:18 -0500

This is Day 4: Lunch, on th e21 Day Wonder Diet. You can use pumpkin instead of kumara if you like. It is best to prepare the ingredients to this salad the night before, then make the salad in th emorning for lunch. This lunch is to be followed by an afternoon snack of 125g strawberries. -- posted by Sara 76

Caribbean Spiced Corn-On-The-Cob

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 01:39:10 -0500

A spicy summer time treat that adds a different approach to your average corn on the cob. I found this recipe in "Woman's World" Magazine with a little of my own changes, and use it almost every time I make corn. Very adjustable, quick & easy to make. Great for picnics or BBQ's, and gives you that "your-on-vacation" feeling. If you know someone who doesn't like corn-on-the-cob, this just might make a believer out of them. Enjoy! =^_^= P.S. This is even good drizzled over microwaved frozen or canned corn if you don't have time to cook cobs. -- posted by SailorVive

Lentil, Tuna, and Tomato Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 8)

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 02:35:05 -0500

This is Day 8: Lunch, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. You can make this salad a day ahead. This lunch is to be followed by an afternoon snack of 1 small banana. -- posted by Sara 76

Chicken Waldorf Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 11)

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 01:48:35 -0500

This is day 11: Lunch, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. If you are taking this salad to work, make sure the apple is coated with the dressing to stop the flesh discolouring. This lunch is to be followed by an afternoon snack of 1 medium orange. -- posted by Sara 76

Mom's Grilled Chicken (Aka Chicken Delicious)

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 01:48:46 -0400

Another winner from my mother, whom I believe is the greatest cook ever :-) My mother makes this every weekend and my 4-year old asks to go to my mother's to have some of what he calls "chicken delicious". Prep time does not include marination time. I have never measured ingredients when I make this so increase the spices if you wish. SOURCE: Mom. -- posted by najwa

Chorizo and Halloumi Skewers

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 12:34:42 -0400

A yummy-sounding recipe from the current issue of the Australian magazine 'super food ideas'. You'll need 8 pre-soaked wooden bamboo skewers. Feel free to vary the olives in this recipe. I haven't made these yet but I'd be inclined to use unpitted kalamata olives or perhaps half and half unpitted kalamata olives and the suggested pimento-stuffed green olives. I've suggested that these could be served at a picnic, if you were picnicking where there were BBQs. They could be made up to the end of step 1. For serving at a home BBQ, they could of course also be prepared to that stage and BBQd just before you are ready to serve them. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Japanese Cabbage Salad

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 02:17:56 -0400

Tip: To toast almonds and sesame seeds, spread them in a single layer in separate ungreased shallow pans. Bake in a 350ºF oven for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring or shaking often, until desired doneness. 1 serving: 297 Calories; 23.2 g Total Fat (11.1 g Mono, 8.7 g Poly, 2.2 g Sat); 0 mg Cholesterol; 20 g Carbohydrate; 3 g Fibre; 6 g Protein; 593 mg Sodium -- posted by - Carla -

Skewered Chicken Tenders Basted With Pesto Oil

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:10:01 -0400

Grill Every Day -- posted by - Carla -

Beer-Nut Broccoli Salad

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 03:35:46 -0400

Almost your traditional broccoli salad. It's a little different. -- posted by aronsinvest

Orzo Summer Salad

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 01:20:12 -0400

This recipe is meant to be low-cost, low-fat and low-calorie. Easy to put together and can be made ahead of time. Serves a lot. -- posted by aronsinvest

Jerusalem Salad (Salata Kudsiyeh)

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:02:44 -0400

Recipe is from May S. Bsisu's cookbook, "The Arab Table". Serve with warm lentils with rice, grilled meats, or spoon onto falafel in place of the tomato and onion slices. -- posted by blucoat

Salmon Pasta Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 17)

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:32:50 -0400

This is Day 17: Lunch, on the 21 Day Wonder Diet. This lunch is to be followed by an afternoon snack of 200g rockmelon. -- posted by Sara 76

Pear, Spinach, Walnut & Celery Salad

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:02:38 -0400

Another healthy recipe that I have collected for my pre-summer health push. I found this in the "Healthy Eating" cookbook put out by "The Australian Woman's Weekly" I was particularly drawn to it by the dressing as it is without oil which always pushes up the calorie count a good deal. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Tangy Chicken Couscous Salad

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:10:49 -0400

This light and tasty chicken couscous salad is perfect for summer. And it's quick to make, giving you more time to enjoy the sunshine! -- posted by English_Rose

Black Bean Salad With Cumin Vinaigrette

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:40:01 -0400

Tasty salad with a lot of flavors going on. Easy on the budget and great for a potluck. -- posted by aronsinvest

Chilled Cucumber Soup With Champagne Poached Prawns - or Shrimps

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 14:33:42 -0400

Adapted from a 'Better Homes and Gardens' recipe that I found online. There are just so many Chilled Cucumber Soups on Zaar but - from my searches - none that seemed quite like this one which I'm posting for safe-keeping as well as for others who might like to try it. I love the fact that this is basically a potato and leek soup - with cucumbers and prawns poached in champage! YUM! :) The only additions I've made are garlic (I just cannot contemplate prawns without garlic!) and the dill or parsley for garnish. The photograph accompanying the original recipe suggested that small shrimps had been used and rather more than the 12 specified in the ingredients list which explains why in the directions there is mention in step 3 of dividing "most of the prawns" between 4 bowls, then adding "the remaining" prawns once the soup had been ladled into the bowls! 12 prawns between 4 bowls hardly allows for "most of..." and "remaining..." Obviously, this recipe could be made with small shrimps and with a larger number than 12. Several shrimps on top of each soup bowl would certainly make for more attractive presentation. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Simple Zesty Yogurt Cucumber Salad

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 15:50:53 -0400

Just in time for the warm weather! A refreshing and extremely easy recipe, made in minutes! 1, 2, 3.. you're done! Now you have a mouth-watering yogurt cucumber salad that you just can't quit taste-testing! Whoever said simple couldn't taste delicious? -- posted by SuzieQ in Fairfax

Baked Beans With Pineapple

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 16:03:30 -0400

My boyfriend found this recipe online,one night when I was going to make baked beans. He loves anything with pineapple in it. -- posted by Ladymedic

Mojito Chicken Wings

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 02:45:23 -0400

Grilled chicken wings in a tangy mojito marinade. -- posted by bigwolverine

Summer Fresh Corn Salad

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 21:33:53 -0400

This is one of our favorite summer salads, its very easy and can be served room temperature or chilled. Great to bring to BBQ's or picnics, or for when it's too hot to cook. -- posted by Chef Shantal

Vermicelli Salad

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 01:30:32 -0400

This is a great garlic flavored cold noodle salad. This recipe is from Nikki Forster's mom. -- posted by STK FD WIFE, A.TITUS

Avocado Cilantro Potato Salad

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 20:14:54 -0400

A unique version of a potato salad without any mayo. Good for cookouts and potlucks. I think the friend who gave this to me said it came from Paula Deen. -- posted by Guava Girl

Spiced Lamb Kebabs

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:58:43 -0400

Adapted from a recipe in Michelle Trute's 'cooking with conscience'. All the recipes in this book are low fat, low-moderate GI and easily prepared. This recipe is moderate GI and low in fat. She includes no salt in this recipe but I have included sea salt below as optional as I know for many this is an essential ingredient. If rosemary branches are unavailable, use wooden skewers soaked in water and add rosemary to the lamb just before threading it onto the skewers. I have also included sage as I love rosemary and sage together. Michelle Trute recommends marjoram, mint, rosemary and sage with lamb and recommends using herbs rather than salt. I have also posted Michelle Trute's Recipe #349024. 800g = just under 26 ounces. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Caribbean Jerk Shrimp

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 19:38:59 -0400

This is a quick and simple recipe that is as appropriate for a tailgate party as it is to serve your boss or in-laws. Serve as a finger food with or without cocktail sauce. Or for a sit down dinner, serve over greens with an Asian style dressing, or with a stir fry of veggies prepared the same as the shrimp in a separate skillet or wok and cooked about 10 minutes on slightly lower heat. -- posted by I <3 Cookbooks

Ina Garten's Old-Fashioned Salad

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:37:45 -0400

This is a simple, easy to prepare potato salad from Ina's book: "The Barefoot Contessa at Home". It's easy to make because you don't have to peel the potatoes; and it's the one she made for the 18 years that she owned the Barefoot Contessa Store. -- posted by lynnski / LA

Orzo Salad With Feta

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:59:30 -0400

A creamy, savory summer salad -- posted by Chef #1249067

Tropical Chicken Couscous W/ Rum Vinaigrette

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:25:52 -0400

I bought some dried mango from a food market today and wanted to see if I could do something different with it. My idea was to do something with a Caribbean theme to its flavors but it certainly isn't authentic. I used chicken from a store bought rotisserie chicken to make this extra easy. The recipe could easily be scaled up to feed more. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Pasta Salad With Peppers, Basil, and Mushrooms

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:27:33 -0400

Adapted from Barnes and Noble Vegetarian cookbook. Also great with lime juice instead of vinegar. -- posted by RubyEveryday

Spanish Smoked Paprika Wings

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 01:45:04 -0400

In this super-easy and delicious recipe, wing pieces roast in just a few well-chosen spices until they're golden-crisp and completely irresistible. Recipe was chosen for the "Best of the Best Cookbook Vol. 11: The Best Recipes from the 25 Best Cookbooks of the Year" by the Editors of Food & Wine. Recipe is originally from Kate Heyhoe's cookbook, "Great Bar Food at Home". -- posted by blucoat

Magic Summer Sauce! Makes: Devil Eggs, Chicken/Potato/Mac Salad

Fri, 01 May 2009 02:47:54 -0400

That's right. Make this 1 sauce (it makes a lot of sauce, so this is perfect if you're having a BBQ) - and you can use it to make 5 summer favorites all at the same time: Chicken Salad, Macaroni Salad (pasta salad) Potato Salad, Egg Salad, Chicken Salad AND if there's any left over - make some Deviled eggs! -- posted by BBCFan

Barbara Tropp's Chinese Chicken Salad

Sat, 02 May 2009 02:52:19 -0400

This classic and delicious recipe is a great use for leftover chicken. Recipe was adapted from ''The China Moon Cookbook'' by Barbara Tropp and printed in the New York Times. Serves 4-6 main dish servings. -- posted by blucoat

Nirvana Lemonade - You'll Only Want This Lemonade 4eva!!!!

Sat, 02 May 2009 02:59:32 -0400

OMG! My friend in Germany took my to a Thai restaurant that had lemonade with ginger and basil. I thought to myself "What a wacky combination!" So I decided to try it. OMG! OMG! The ground moved, the clouds parted and I heard angel voices singing in 4 part harmony. It was that good. This, is as close as I can come to replicate that glass of beverage perfection I found in Germany. I hope you enjoy this as much as I do. (The only thing that could make this more perfect is vodka.) -- posted by BBCFan

Italian Hoagie Dip

Mon, 04 May 2009 14:21:13 -0400

I brought this in to work and it disappeared quickly!! It can be kind of expensive to make but it is delicious!! It's great for sports parties, barbeques etc.. -- posted by Cookie Kake

Basil Scented Chicken Salad

Mon, 04 May 2009 19:48:39 -0400

This chicken salad sounds fresh as spring with fresh basil, spinach and parsley! Make this with a store bought rotisserie chicken and you have a super fast, no cook meal. Recipe from Southern Living® Our Best Easy Weeknight Favorites. -- posted by JanuaryBride

Chunky Guacamole

Tue, 05 May 2009 12:32:18 -0400

This tastes so fresh with the line juice added. We eat this all summer long. -- posted by Samantha in Ut

Quick Zucchini Pickles

Fri, 08 May 2009 01:58:22 -0400

An easy and flavourful recipe from The Canadian Living Test Kitchen from "Canadian Living Magazine" (July 2007). -- posted by blucoat

Citrusade/Citrus-Ade

Fri, 08 May 2009 12:51:12 -0400

My kids grew up on this stuff. -- posted by gailanng

Australian Style Potato Salad

Tue, 12 May 2009 00:37:27 -0400

This is a recipe that I found on the inmamaskitchen website, posted by Margaret Walker, which I am posting here for the Zaar World Tour event. It appealed to me because it is very similar to the potato salad recipe that my mom made for our summertime picnics and potluck gatherings. There is a note at the berginning of the instructions that states there are many varieties of deli-style mustards, and it is best that you not use a smooth mustard for this recipe, but rather you should use a mustard that has a trace of seed still in it. -- posted by NorthwestGal

Potato Chip Sandwich

Tue, 12 May 2009 16:47:16 -0400

In the Summer, it's tomato sandwiches all the way but when you want a little more to your sandwich, this is always next on my list. OK- So this is a no brainer but it is sooo good! I've eaten sandwiches like this since I was a kid. I recently posted a picture of this on a swap that I had and I wasn't the only one that liked my sandwich like this! If you've never made this, do yourself a favor and try it out. :) -- posted by mydesigirl

Mom Nielsen's Potato Salad

Sun, 17 May 2009 15:39:45 -0400

This is one of the easiest Potato Salad recipes that I have ever come across! -- posted by Donner

Emeril's Homemade Pepper Sauce

Wed, 20 May 2009 02:14:48 -0400

Taken from Emeril Lagasse's book - "Every Day's a Party"; posted for ZWT 5. Taken from the recipe intro - "The oils in the flesh and seeds of the peppers are quite volatile. You should wear rubber gloves when handling them, being careful not to touch your face or eyes while working with the peppers." **Refrigeration / 'aging' time is NOT included in prep or cooking time. -- posted by alligirl

Summer Spicy Iowa Corn-On-The-Cob

Wed, 20 May 2009 13:58:59 -0400

If you love spicy flavors, you'll love this. Try grilling fresh corn on the cob until kernels are tender. -- posted by Happy Hippie

Picnic Cowboy Caviar

Fri, 22 May 2009 02:13:29 -0400

I had this at a picnic and had to get the recipe. This one has lots of tomato and avocado. -- posted by Amy BC

Watermelon Sherbet Smoothies (Better Than Sprinkler- Jumping!)

Fri, 22 May 2009 11:55:22 -0400

You won't need to run through the sprinkler to cool off when you're having one of these babies! The kids will love you, your friends will think you've worked for hours (you haven't!), and your spouse will be thrilled you saved so much money on this lovely "dessert".... Taste-Of-Home, Summer '09 -- posted by Debber

Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad

Sat, 23 May 2009 17:54:37 -0400

This is a recipe that I just threw together one day and has fast become a favorite. It's a wonderful light meal for hot summer days! -- posted by Donner

Grilled Fruit and Veggie Salad Fit for a King and Queen!

Mon, 25 May 2009 11:32:33 -0400

Make your next salad smoky, full of flavor and tender with a slight south western kick. Make it a complete meal by topping with a protein like cheese, cooked eggs, grilled chicken, fish, or beef. Low in fat so healthy you can have a lot! -- posted by ~Rita~

Mango-Berry Salad With Honey Lime Dressing

Tue, 26 May 2009 10:29:11 -0400

This is an amazingly simple salad with fresh, summer flavors and eye-popping color presentation. The lime juice in the honey-lime dressing nicely accentuates the mango and strawberries. I served this salad to our Memorial Day backyard barbeque guests and received many compliments. Enjoy! -- posted by MarthaStewartWanabe

Orzo Salad BBQ Bringalong

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:49:27 -0400

Perfect summer salad to prepare exactly as posted or alter to suit your needs. Great thing to bring along to a summer party. -- posted by Carm'sLilCook

Just-Right Pesto Pasta Salad

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:52:46 -0400

I LOVE pesto pasta, but it seems whenever I get it from the deli, it's either too salty or too oily or both. Also, homemade pesto pasta salads tend to rely on jarred pesto sauce, all of which I find are also too oily and/or salty. Well, you know what they say about what to do if you want something done right, and this recipe is the result. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! -- posted by allimarie

Chilies En Nogada for Mexican Independence Day

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:26:12 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping. From about.com. Green chile, white walnut sauce and red pomegranate- the colors of the Mexican flag. This dish is a Mexican Independence day favorite, a seasonal specialty of the Mexican State of Puebla in the Central Region. -- posted by KateL

Julia Child's American-Style Potato Salad

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 02:06:27 -0400

This is one of my favorite potato salads! I make this for parties all the time & get asked for the recipe. I have quite a few friends that claim to not like potato salad or anything with mayonnaise but they gobble this up. -- posted by Trnquilit

Wild Berry Muffins

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:36:39 -0400

A yummy June treat, when wild strawberries start growing in and around the garden. -- posted by chefchen

Ambrosia

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 01:55:29 -0400

Yes, there are many ambrosia recipes out there... I'm only posting mine here for safe keeping & for when I'm asked for the recipe after bringing it to a party/gathering... Don't get me wrong, it's very tasty & I'll mostly only prefer the taste of mine, so if you try it, I hope you enjoy it :-) -- posted by BlondieItaliana

Country Caramel Apples Around the Campfire

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:27:24 -0400

Here's a recipe that is sure to draw some oohs and aahs from your favorite diners! An easy-to-make, simple way to end the day while camping or on the back deck. The hardest part is coring the apples. Try stuffing the core with other melty sweet treats: chocolate caramels, cinnamon Red Hots, Lemon Drops, Gummy Bears. Oooohh...! The original recipe came from the Lutheran Girl Pioneer Camping cookbook. COOKING TIME DOES NOT INCLUDE getting the fire or grill coals going. This is a good recipe to put on as the fire is dying down---or AFTER you've pulled the meat off the grill--while you're eating supper. These will cook all by themselves while you're eating! -- posted by Debber

BLT Chicken Salad With Ranch

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:30:23 -0400

I wanted something simple and fresh for dinner and I threw this together with what I had on hand. If you don't have pre-cooked chicken on hand just throw a couple of breasts in a baking and sprinkle with Rotisserie Seasoning. Bake at 350 degrees or until done. -- posted by 2SpiceItUp

Campfire S'mores (Aka Robinson Crusoes)

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:16:10 -0400

If you like regular S'mores, you're going to LOVE these! Start with chocolate graham crackers, smear on some creamy peanut butter, add the chocolate candy pieces, the melty marshmallow; then top with the other square of graham cracker. THE TRICK to making these perfectly is being patient while the marshmallow is roasting....don't stick it into the fire, twirl it slowly over the warmth, so that it starts to swell up. That's your signal that the inside is getting all soft and smooshy--just right for perfect s'mores. I first made these back in the early 90's when taking 10 girls on a church youth camp-out in eastern Washington State. We cooked all our meals over the open-fire (no campstove!!) including chocolate chip pancakes MADE FROM SCRATCH, pioneer hotdogs (yum, yum!) and caramel apples roasted in the coals. I guess I need to post those recipes too. After all...it's summer-time and people are camping!!! -- posted by Debber

Cucumber Sandwiches

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:29:48 -0400

I found this recipe while surfing dozens of cooking sites, and I can't remember which one it was! I think Allrecipes. This is a wonderful recipe for cucumber sandwiches, or if you dice the cucumber fine, it makes a fantastic dip! -- posted by duckychick

Veggie Sandwiches A.k.a. Veggimiches

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:43:31 -0400

I used to make these all the time in southern Cali for my BF. Now that I've relocated to the far North, certain fresh ingredients are harder to come by, so I haven't been able to make this sandwich in ages. I'm not sure where the "m" stems from in "veggiemich," that's just what we ended up calling it. :) The reason for mixing the mustard and dressing prior to spreading on the bread is to avoid uneven spreading while keeping the calorie count down. Everything can of course be omitted or replaced to your taste; you can even make it Atkins-friendly by making a lettuce pocket and omitting the bread, hehe! We loved using a lot of pepper for a nice kick. You can make it a more filling meal with other additions, too! ^_^ -- posted by FuzzyKiwi

Spicy Shrimp Stuffed Shells Salad

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 02:29:31 -0400

Go ahead and say that 3 times fast! LOL! 0) Here you have have a spicy salad stuffed into jumbo pasta shells made easy for fun finger food. -- posted by ~Rita~

Kohlrabi Coleslaw

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:23:30 -0400

Tired of making and eating the same old coleslaw for you summer picnics? Why not try something interesting and different? This is SO YUMMY. -- posted by Sue L

Orange Juice Drink (Litcheen Awasahr)

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 03:44:38 -0400

From: "Classic Vegetarian Cooking from the Middle East & North Africa"- Morroco. This is a great refreshing drink. The cinnamon doesn't incorporate well but it's still good. -- posted by Engrossed

California Pasta Salad

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:58:49 -0400

A delicious spinoff of a cold California pizza my mom sometimes makes. -- posted by stealmystapler

Perfect Zesty Pasta Salad

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:59:47 -0400

Great cold make ahead or instant pasta salad with lots of kick. -- posted by mcflowers

Three Bean Salad

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:50:10 -0400

An interesting variation of the summertime picnic classic. -- posted by Sue L

Corn-And-Tomato Scramble (Gourmet Summer Salad)

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:31:03 -0400

A simple and delicious recipe from Gourmet Magazine (July 2009) that highlights delicious fresh summer ingredients. The corn is sautéed with scallions in butter, the tomatoes are lightly dressed with oil and cider vinegar, and then the two components are tossed together so that their flavors and juices mix into something new. The leftovers are great too! -- posted by blucoat

Green Beans With Sweet Onion Vinaigrette

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:31:27 -0400

A wonderful,easy, and light summer salad from Gourmet Magazine (July 2009). -- posted by blucoat

Easy Tri-Color Pasta Salad

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:14:57 -0400

Simple recipe for tri-color pasta salad. This recipe uses fresh mushrooms, onions, green peppers, etc. You can alter this recipe to suit your taste. Sometimes I throw in a chopped cucumber or broccoli florets. You can add diced pepperoni or baby shrimp. Great for summer picnics & BBQ's! Note: I use 1/2 to 3/4 cup of the prepared Good Seasons Italian dressing made in the cruet - depends on how many vegetables I add in on how much dressing I use. -- posted by BlondieItaliana

Caesar Oven "fried" Chicken

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:26:46 -0400

I took this from recipe #81861 from JustJanS and changed it into my own because of what I was lacking in ingredients. I MacGyver'ed this into an even easier yet yummy potluck or bbq recipe. And it's not too bad for fat content either. The cooking time does not include the marinating. -- posted by doobies

Black Bean Avocado Salsa

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:42:55 -0400

Summertime dip great for entertaining. -- posted by Fab4

Cucumber and Feta Salad

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:48:07 -0400

A lovely, fresh, and easy summer salad from Joanne Weir's "From Tapas to Meze". I found the recipe on David Lebovitz's website. Serve with pita triangles (fresh or toasted) or crackers. -- posted by blucoat

Spicy, Low-Fat Veggie Burgers (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:51:53 -0400

These flavorful patties are baked instead of fried! I modified this recipe from The Great American Detox Diet by Alex Jamieson. These burgers freeze well if individually wrapped. Reheat them in the microwave or oven or on the grill. -- posted by Prose

Watermelon Gazpacho

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 21:05:43 -0400

Recipe by Josh Silvers at Syrah Restaurant in Santa Rosa, CA. I just tried this for the first time yesterday with a slight modification (I used agave nectar instead of the suggested syrup) and served it to a group of friends who were visiting. Everyone loved it, it's very refreshing, healthy, and easy to make. Perfect for a hot summer day! -- posted by pleiad7

Taco Burgers for a Midwesterner!

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:07:13 -0400

Less-messy than a taco, and you don't have to bend your head side-ways to eat them either! A tasty twist on the same-old thing burger! Something different to serve for Cinco de Mayo, too!!! Thanks to Taste of Home Holiday (Barbecues) cookbooklet for this recipe, Summer 2009. -- posted by Debber

Creamy Potato Salad

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:40:04 -0400

the creamiest potato salad -- posted by Air hostess

1000 Island Potato Salad

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:13:48 -0400

This is the potato salad my mom always made while I was growing up, and it is SOOO good! I always get asked for the recipe when I bring it to parties. -- posted by SusanShare

Margo's Pesto Pasta Salad

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:17:25 -0400

Delicious...I love pasta salads and the addition of pesto really makes this a winner. -- posted by Margo59

Low-Fat Black Bean-Pasta Salad (Vegan)

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 01:42:35 -0400

This colorful creation has a lot more flavor and a lot less fat than traditional pasta salad. It's easy to throw together, and with lots of vegetables and vegetarian protein it can be served as a light entree or a hearty side dish, perfect for potlucks, picnics or packed lunches. It can easily be made gluten-free by subbing gluten-free pasta. -- posted by Prose

Berry Summer Pudding from Woman's World 6/22/09

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:34:16 -0400

Very easy summer treat! For an extra treat, stir 2 Tbsp orange-flavored liqueur, such as Grand Marnier, into the pureed berry mixture. -- posted by PMHawk

Super Easy & Delicious Coleslaw

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:31:40 -0400

It almost seems too simple, but I made this for a large group and everyone raved about it! -- posted by Mommaof2Beauties

Wes' Super Awesome Pea Salad

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 02:12:50 -0400

I got this recipe from my buddy Wes which was a dish that his grandmother always made. People are sometimes afraid to try this 'cause the ingredients may seem strange, but I'm telling you, it's AWESOME! And once they try it they can't get enough. Also, don't be afraid of the canned peas, they really do work better than fresh or frozen. This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger groups. I hope you enjoy! -- posted by Lovin' Life

Roasted Red Pepper Salad

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 02:32:18 -0400

From Food Network, courtesy Todd English, 2001. I have not tried this yet; posted for safe keeping so I can clean out my paper recipe files. :) -- posted by swissms

Grilled Chicken & Polenta With Nectarine-Blackberry Salsa

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 09:10:28 -0400

EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2007 - Low Cal/Hi Fiber/Heart Healthy/ & Diabetes Appropriate. Grilled nectarines and fresh blacknerries become a wonderful summery salsa for cumin-rubbed chicken and polenta into a very special dish! Serve with a spinach salad and a crisp glass of rosé. :) 5 minute resting time has not been accounted for. -- posted by Manami

Quinoa Tabouleh (Gluten-Free and Vegan)

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:55:32 -0400

I got this recipe from a package of Bob's Red Mill brand quinoa. It's perfect because my husband and I love Middle Eastern food, but he's allergic to gluten and can't have traditional tabouleh. The fresher the herbs, the better because they are really the cornerstone of this recipe. Feel free to add tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, toasted pine nuts, anything you desire. It would make a great meal with a side of veggie kabobs and vegan tzatziki. Cooking time includes cooking the quinoa and refrigerating the salad. Preparation time includes chopping. -- posted by Prose

Gourmet Cheddar Hot Dogs With Cider Braised Leeks and Apples

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:44:36 -0400

Leeks and apples simmered in cider add a hint of sweetness-- nice contrast to the sharp melted cheddar. If you can find oblong pretzel rolls at your market, they'll make an ideal accompaniment to these English-style hot dogs. -- posted by College Girl

Cold Pesto Pasta Salad

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:52:24 -0400

This recipe was submitted to Semi-homemade magazine by Courtney Dollar. It is a great accompaniment to a picnic, backyard bbq or anywhere you need multiple dishes that are easy to make and go well with a variety of foods. Super with chicken or sandwiches. If you substitute tri-color pasta it makes it even more colorful when matched with the fresh vegetables. You can add onions for more flavor but it is good without too. Enjoy! ChefDLH -- posted by ChefDLH

Amber's Down Home Peach Iced Tea

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:43:46 -0400

A yummy classic! Sweet Peach Iced Tea! This tasty, cool, refreshing treat is sure to quench any thirst! Filled with a fresh peach taste, that will remind of you a lazy summer day, long after summers' past! To Serve: Dip the rim of a tall ice tea glass with peach syrup, then dip in granulated sugar! Top it off with a peach slice affixed to the rim, and some ice cubes and Enjoy! -- posted by A.D.Judy

Crab Salad Stuffed Shells

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:32:20 -0400

These always go over well at my summer barbecues and Picnics. It's not the Normal presentation for crab salad but that's what people love about it -- posted by GingerlyJ

Chargrilled Vegetables With Basil Dressing.

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:55:24 -0400

Simple, yet sophisticated side dish. From "The 1000 Best Recipes" cookbook. -- posted by Katanashrp

Carrot Cucumber Bisque

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 15:03:26 -0400

This is from Simply in Season and is meant for summer, or whenever the produce is in season in your part of the world. -- posted by Valeria

Ruthi's Blue Ribbon Sun Tea

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:56:47 -0400

My momma made this all the time and even won a blue ribbon at our county fair for sweet teas -- posted by GingerlyJ

Country Time Light Mock Sangria

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:33:52 -0400

I got this recipe on a box of country time. It's a good ligher recipe -- posted by GingerlyJ

Better Burgers -- Seasoned Hamburgers or Cheeseburgers

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 03:10:14 -0400

One day, long ago, the pilot light in my oven went out and I didn't realize that my meatloaf was sitting there uncooked until shortly before dinner. I quickly made patties and turned it into burgers -- the best burgers we'd ever eaten. I tweaked at the recipe a little to get the proportions of onions and herbs just right and now the family turns up their noses at plain burgers. The herbs are unobtrusive but they bring out the flavor of good meat. -- posted by 3KillerBs

Orange Delight Dessert

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:22:41 -0500

Thanksgiving just isn't the same without this tasty, fluffy treat. This treat is also fantastic for summer-time cookouts and picnics! -- posted by Angel91805

Dijonnaise Potato Salad

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 01:07:45 -0500

Taken from an ad for Hellmann's Dijonnaise Creamy Mustard Blend. My mum lost this recipe recently and it turned into a bit of a crisis when we couldn't find a comparable one online, as this is the best one we've found (and just about the only potato salad I'll eat), so when we found it again, we agreed that it should be preserved on here in case it goes missing in the future! -- posted by Torricus

Coleslaw With Raisins and Sunflower Nuts

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:03:29 -0500

I love making this recipe in the summertime. -- posted by *Kathy*

Chick-Fil-A Slaw

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:13:23 -0500

I found this recipe online and it's pretty close to the real thing and very good! -- posted by Jess Rob

Shivering Cold Coleslaw - Longmeadow

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:55:54 -0500

Coleslaw from the farm...(cooking time = refrigerator time) -- posted by Andi of Longmeadow Farm