Salads – Wendy Kessler

CHILE-LIME MELON SALAD

I found this recipe on Smitten Kitchen - one of my favorite cooking sites - and prepared it recently for my people. I altered the original recipe a bit to fit my preferences - I added more cheese, more lime, and a dash of cayenne pepper for more heat. And I altered it to fit my patience - I … Continue reading CHILE-LIME MELON SALAD

Main Dishes, Salads

ROASTED BROCCOLI & WHITE BEAN SALAD with DIJON-CAPER DRESSING

I found this recipe in the "Easy Dinners" section of the March 2016 issue of Real Simple Magazine. I added rotisserie chicken to the original recipe to make it a heartier meal. Thankfully this recipe adapts easily to feed a crowd because it is filling and delicious. ROASTED BROCCOLI & WHITE BEAN SALAD with DIJON-CAPER … Continue reading ROASTED BROCCOLI & WHITE BEAN SALAD with DIJON-CAPER DRESSING

Main Dishes, Salads

CHICKEN CURRY SALAD

There is a quaint European-style bistro near my home called "The Little Lion" that has quickly become one of my favorite lunch spots. The food and the ambiance are lovely, and their chicken curry salad is delightful. The flavors remind me of wonderful childhood memory - celebrating special occasions gathered around my parent's legit fondue … Continue reading CHICKEN CURRY SALAD

Main Dishes, Salads

ITALIAN TURKEY SAUSAGE & TORTELLINI SALAD

This is one of my go-to recipes. I found it years ago on the packaging of store bought turkey sausage. The cut-on-the-dotted-line recipe card is now yellowed, stained, and worn from a lot of love and use. I like to prepare this hearty salad for potlucks, company, and Sunday lunch for my family. … Continue reading ITALIAN TURKEY SAUSAGE & TORTELLINI SALAD