You know those days when you open the fridge and it’s a sad little scene of wilted lettuce and half-melted cheese? Yeah, that was me last week. I threw everything out—well, almost—and decided it was high time for a big, crunchy, no-fuss vegetable salad that actually made me want to skip takeout. (Because who needs …
Last weekend was one of those frantic Friday nights when I’d promised my family a home-cooked dinner but had zero inspiration (and let’s be honest, very little energy). I stood in my kitchen at 7:15 p.m., scanning the pantry and fridge like I was on some wild cooking show—no strange mystery ingredients, though. Then, tucked …
Last summer, after a marathon of outdoor concerts and ice cream runs, I found myself craving something bright, bold, and unfussy. That’s when I remembered a pasta salad recipe I’d scribbled on a sticky note years ago. I dusted it off, gave it a little tweak, and—oh boy—my backyard cookout went from “meh” to “mom …
Hey there, friends! If you’d asked me ten years ago whether I’d ever fall head over heels for a salad made with crumbled cornbread, I probably would’ve laughed and reached for a forkful of coleslaw instead. But one sweltering June afternoon at my cousin Betty’s farm in rural Georgia changed everything. Picture this: the sun …
A Sunny Day, Cicadas, and Salad I’ll never forget that lakeside potluck where I first met this Greek Orzo Pasta Salad. The sun was blazing, the cicadas were singing their loud little summer song, and every dish on that picnic table looked amazing—until I scooped a forkful of this vibrant, flavor-packed pasta salad. Instant love! …
Green Goddess Chicken Salad You know those days when you swing by the farmers’ market for “just a few things,” and somehow you end up with an armful of fresh herbs and the sun in your hair? That was me last Saturday. I had basil spilling out of my tote, a handful of parsley still …
Ramen Noodle Salad I’ll never forget the summer our little window unit died in mid-July. The kids were dripping sweat before breakfast, the dog was panting louder than a steam engine, and I was thisclose to ordering pizza every night (I know, shocker!). That’s when I stumbled on this cold, crunchy Ramen Noodle Salad. It …
I’ll never forget the time my best friend Sandy and I piled into her old station wagon for a spur-of-the-moment road trip through New Mexico. We chased sunsets, ate our weight in green chile cheeseburgers, and somehow managed to fit in a home-style cooking class at a ranch—yes, really! That’s where I first fell head-over-heels …
A creamy, classic Amish Macaroni Salad that’s tangy, mayonnaise-based, and brimming with crisp vegetables—perfect as a potluck side dish or a light dinner addition. Amish Macaroni Salad is a beloved traditional side that pops up at summer cook-outs, church gatherings, and weeknight dinners alike. This recipe hails from the Pennsylvania Dutch community—hence the “Amish” in …
A creamy mayonnaise-based twist on classic potato salad that blends seasoned deviled eggs with tender spuds—perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a simple family supper. This Deviled Egg Potato Salad brings together two all-time favorites—deviled eggs and potato salad—into one sunshine-bright side dish. You know what? I first whipped this up on a sweltering July afternoon …
