Coleslaw

We love Kentucky Fried Chicken’s coleslaw…. It’s undoubtedly the best…. I was surprised how easy it was to find the recipe…. especially since they closely guard their chicken recipe…. but nevertheless … here it is…. Yummmmm







Recipe:  Coleslaw 

All you need:

8 cups finely shredded cabbage
¼ cup shredded carrot
1 small onion, coarsely grated
1/3 cup sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
¼ cup milk
½ cup mayo
¼ cup buttermilk
1 ½ tablespoons white vinegar
2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice

All you need to do:

In a large bowl combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrots and onion.

Combine all other ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and mix thoroughly.

Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.

New York Deli Style Cucumber Salad

New York delis have wonderful salads…. The New York delis that I grew up with had a wide variety of all kinds of salads …. and one of my favorite is cucumber salad. It’s a really simple salad… but oh so good.

The sweet and sour flavor of the dressing just enhances the cucumbers and onion. It is a summer staple in our house….. it’s perfect for barbecues and picnics…. It goes with so many foods… an easy and quick salad to add to your menu.

I originally got the recipe from my friend Stephanie’s Mother when I was in college. I was at her house for a barbecue and sure enough there was the cucumber salad…. I asked her what deli she had gotten it from and that’s when I found out it was homemade… Steph’s Mom gladly shared her recipe with me… and I’ve made it ever since.

Recipe:  New York Deli Style Cucumber Salad

All you need:

3 cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium to large onion, thinly sliced (sweet onion preferred)
2/3 cup white vinegar
2/3 cup water
4 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

All you need to do:

Place the cucumbers and onions in a large bowl. Mix well.

In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients and mix well.

Pour the vinegar water mixture over the cucumbers and onions and mix well.

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least two hours.

Stir well before serving.

Oven Roasted or Grilled Chicken Club Salad

For those of you like me that just love salads.. this is a great tasting salad…

TIPS

You can use left over roasted chicken or even a rotisserie chicken or even grilled chicken... or you can also use cooked chicken from Perdue... it comes in packages in the meat department of the grocery store.  I used the honey roasted variety. 

I included the traditional salad add-ins, radishes cucumber, tomatoes, a little red onion.. include what you like or omit what you don't.

I used deli Swiss cheese diced and some shredded Swiss also...

Croutons add a bit of crunch and flavor.

Cook the bacon in the oven.. it's easy and clean-up is a snap.  Click this link for instructions on How to Make Bacon in the Oven.

Lastly, use any dressing you like.. we liked this with a Creamy Ranch.

I left off quantities, use as little or as much of each ingredient that you like.

This is perfect for those turkey leftovers!

I use 2 strips of bacon per person…

This makes a great lunch or add a small bowl of soup and you have yourself a great supper.

Recipe:  Oven Roasted or Grilled Chicken Club Salad

All you need:

Salad greens
Oven roasted chicken or grilled chicken, chopped *See TIPS
Tomatoes, cut into chunks or grape tomatoes
Sliced radishes
Chopped cucumber
Deli Swiss cheese, chopped
Shredded Swiss cheese
Bacon, cooked and chopped
Thin sliced red onion
Croutons
Dressing of your choice

All you need to do:

Layer the ingredients on a large plate.

Great Last Minute Sides for a BBQ

Grilling season is here!  Here are some delicious sides... easy to make... and a perfect accompaniment for whatever you're grilling.







Here are some suggestions....

Salad - Make it a green salad...Lettuce is in season.. all kinds... so mix it up... make a big bowl.. it's not only healthy but delicious too.

Make a favorite dressing.. why buy bottles dressing when it takes only minutes to make your own? Here's a link to the Salad Dressing Collection Post... 9 Terrific Salad Dressing Recipes for Green Salad

Fresh Vegetables - go to those fabulous Farm Stands and Farmer's Markets... fresh veggies are wonderful!  Steam them, grill them, oven roast them, even sauté them... so many ways to make them... here is an excellent post with tips and instructions for Cooking Fresh Asparagus

Pre-Made Salads - Always a perfect side to BBQ.. there are a plenty of salads to choose from... from Potato to Three-Bean... and of course the timeless favorite... Macaroni Salad... here's a link to a recent post ...Salads for Every Occasion

Deviled Eggs - these are a great "make ahead" addition to your menu.. make them Classic or Zesty.. either way they are sure to be first to go.

Boston Baked Beans... easy to make.. it really makes itself.. and it can be made ahead... a great go-together with grilled franks.

Grilled Vegetables - including Grilled Corn on the Cob ... easy to make... always perfect with whatever you are serving.. just click the links for easy how-to's

Hush Puppies - they cook quickly and are a nice change from ordinary fries

Cheesy Corn - a great dish with BBQ ribs and coleslaw

Baked Potatoes - always terrific along side a steak and just about anything else you grill... loaded or plain.. they're always a hit.. click the link for a how-to to make the Perfect Baked Potato

Grilled Cheesy Potato Packets - another quick and easy recipe with tips on short cuts to make it even easier.

Seasoned Oven Browned Potatoes - a perfect potato side if your grill is not big enough to accommodate the grilling of the meat and the potatoes..

Brown Rice with Mushrooms Garlic and Onions - Brown rice is not only healthy but has a wonderful .. almost.. nutty flavor... a perfect backdrop for the mushrooms, garlic and onions... great with Shish Kabob, steak or any other grilled meat...

Terrific Salads to Tote to a Summer Gathering

It's the season to make salads... for that Backyard BBQ, Family Reunion, Graduation Party, Showers... or maybe just a family get-together...

The wonderful thing about salads... they go with just about everything and they're well loved by all. From the classic potato and macaroni salads to the healthy fruit salads... and everything in between.. there is a salad for everyone for sure..

Try one... try them all... all season long...

Fruit Salad - Sweet, refreshing and healthy... Fruit Salad is perfect for almost every menu

Egg Potato Salad - Always fit for a party.. this classic is sure to please

Classic Potato Salad - easy to make.. always a crowd pleaser

More terrific Potato Salads...

German Potato Salad - potatoes, bacon, and onion in a light vinegar dressing.. what's not to love?

New York Deli Style Potato Salad

Potato Salad with Sweet Pickle Relish

Classic Macaroni Salad - Macaroni salad can be made a million ways... let's just say I never met a Macaroni Salad I didn't like

Coleslaw - Another classic salad... wonderful with BBQ meats, fried chicken and sandwiches alike

New York Deli Style Cucumber Salad - Quick, easy and delicious!

Another great Cucumber Salad you'll want to try...

Hungarian Cucumber Salad - crisp cucumber slices and sweet onions in a creamy sour cream sauce seasoned with Hungarian paprika..so good!

Italian Salads always are welcome at BBQs and parties...

Insalata Caprese - Sliced tomatoes, thin sliced mozzarella cheese ... a little basil... with or without a light drizzle of olive oil .. so refreshing and beautiful.. quick and easy ... a compliment to whatever else your serving.. can't ask for more from a salad

 Antipasto Salad - This salad can be a meal in itself... chock full of flavorful ingredients.. a great addition to any menu

Salami and Provolone Pasta Salad - This quick and easy recipe combines Pasta, Genoa Salami and Provolone... add some cherry tomatoes and black olives .. toss with your favorite Italian dressing and you have one delicious salad. You can even use a non-fat dressing to cut the fat and calories.

More Pasta Salads...

Creamy Italian Pasta Salad

Simple Pasta Salad




Italian Rice Salad - a little spin on a pasta salad... for a change...use rice instead

Tomato and Mozzarella Salad - You don't always need pasta, potatoes or rice for a really good salad... and this is one of those.. just a wonderful blend of flavors

Even more salads...

Pea Salad - A salad that's just a little different but delicious just the same

Three Bean Salad

Terrific Summer Salads

Have to bring something to a summer BBQ?.... Bring a salad!... Everyone loves a good salad... it goes with just about everything...easy to make... easy to make ahead... easy to tote.... what could be better?

Consider one of these great salads...

    Egg Potato Salad - Always fit for a party.. this classic is sure to please

                   Classic Potato Salad - a true classic!

More terrific Potato Salads...

New York Deli Style Potato Salad

Potato Salad with Sweet Pickle Relish

German Potato Salad  - potatoes and bacon... what's not to love? .. a light  vinegar sauce.. great for those not fond of mayo...

Classic Macaroni Salad - Macaroni salad can be made a million ways... let's just say I never met a Macaroni Salad I didn't like

Coleslaw - Another classic salad... wonderful with BBQ meats, fried chicken and sandwiches alike

New York Deli Style Cucumber Salad - Quick, easy and delicious!

Cucumber, Tomato and Red Onion Salad -  salad similar to the New York Deli Style Cucumber Salad... just with red onion (instead of white onion) and tomato... colorful and delicious a great little spin on a traditional salad.

Italian Salads always are welcome at BBQs and parties...

Salami and Provolone Pasta Salad - This quick and easy recipe combines Pasta, Genoa Salami and Provolone... add some cherry tomatoes and black olives .. toss with your favorite Italian dressing and you have one delicious salad. You can even use a non-fat dressing to cut the fat and calories.

More Pasta Salads...

Creamy Italian Pasta Salad

Simple Pasta Salad

Italian Rice Salad - a little spin on a pasta salad... for a change...use rice instead

Tomato and Mozzarella Salad - You don't always need pasta, potatoes or rice for a really good salad... and this is one of those.. just a wonderful blend of flavors