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  • GERMAN POTATO SALAD

    GERMAN POTATO SALAD

    This simple German potato salad recipe is made with bacon and onions and tossed in a light vinegar dressing. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS Add potatoes into a large stockpot and cover with cold water that extends at least 2 inches above the potatoes. Stir in a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.…

  • FRENCH POTATO SALAD

    FRENCH POTATO SALAD

    This French Potato Salad recipe is made with lots and lots of fresh herbs, a quick lemon-garlic vinaigrette, and zero mayo! INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS Place the diced potatoes in a large stockpot and add enough water so that the potatoes are covered by 1 inch.  Cook over medium-high heat until the water reaches a boil.  Then…

  • AVOCADO POTATO SALAD

    AVOCADO POTATO SALAD

    This Avocado Potato Salad recipe is easy to make, perfect for a crowd, and kicked up a notch with lots of delicious avocado! INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS Place the potatoes in the bottom of a large stockpot.  Fill the pot with cold water until it reaches an inch above the potatoes, then add a tablespoon of salt to…

  • ITALIAN POTATO SALAD

    ITALIAN POTATO SALAD

    This Italian Potato Salad recipe is loaded up with lots of savory antipasto ingredients, tossed in a zesty Italian vinaigrette, and is so flavorful and hearty and delicious!  See notes above for possible ingredient variations. INGREDIENTS POTATO SALAD INGREDIENTS: ITALIAN VINAIGRETTE INGREDIENTS: INSTRUCTIONS Place the diced potatoes in a large stockpot and add enough water so that…

  • BEST POTATO SALAD

    BEST POTATO SALAD

    My go to recipe for classic, creamy, zesty, Southern potato salad.  See notes above for possible ingredient variations. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS Boil the potatoes. Place the diced potatoes in a large stockpot and add enough cold water so that the potatoes are covered by 1 inch. Cook over medium-high heat until the water reaches a boil. Reduce…

  • Mini Caprese Salad

    Mini Caprese Salad

    Ingredients Directions Cut each Mini Babybel into four equal pieces, so you have eight pieces of cheese. Assemble the skewers by threading onto the skewer: one grape tomato, followed by 1 basil leaf, followed by a piece of cheese. Repeat process 3 times to complete the skewer, and repeat full process for additional skewer. Drizzle…

  • Plum Caprese Salad

    Plum Caprese Salad

    Ingredients Directions Whisk together the champagne vinegar, white balsamic vinegar and a pinch of kosher salt. Stream the olive oil into the vinegar mixture, whisking; set aside. Arrange the tomatoes and plums on a serving platter, alternating the tomatoes and plums. Tear the buratta over the top. Sprinkle the basil and mint over the salad…

  • Roasted Caprese Salad

    Roasted Caprese Salad

    Ingredients Tomatoes: Salad: Directions For the tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, combine the cherry tomatoes, cocktail tomatoes and Roma or Campari tomatoes. Drizzle with the oil and scatter the torn basil over the top. Season with the salt and toss well to coat. Roast until the…

  • Charred Caprese Salad

    Charred Caprese Salad

    Ingredients Directions Preheat the grill to high. Combine the dried Italian seasoning, granulated garlic, salt and pepper on a plate. Brush the entire log of mozzarella with about a tablespoon of balsamic glaze, then roll in the dry spices. Place the cheese in the freezer to set up, 20 to 30 minutes. Oil the grill…

  • Chopped Caprese Salad

    Chopped Caprese Salad

    Ingredients Directions Add the tomatoes, romaine, basil, olives, mozzarella, olive oil and garlic to a large salad bowl. Dress with red wine vinegar and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss well.

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