It's finally spring here in Louisiana and I have officially started grilling everything. I'm all for minimal mess in the kitchen and a light, fresh, colorful grilled salad. I'm also for spending as much time on the patio as possible, preferably with a cocktail or glass of wine in ... READ the POST
Spring Salad with Bacon, Cucumber, and White Wine Vinaigrette
I don't know about you, but I always order the salad to start my meal when I'm eating out. There is something about starting a fancy meal with a fancy salad that makes me happy. I love when it has lots of ingredients, textures, and flavors. No plain jane salads for this girl. I made this ... READ the POST
The Best Pasta Salad
This recipe is from my Mom. Growing up, my Dad would not eat any pasta, whatsoever. So really, I grew up not eating much pasta. We usually had rice or potatoes.My Mom would make pasta sometimes, but always rice or potatoes, too. She was much nicer than me. I make one thing and either you ... READ the POST
Creole Coleslaw
Almost every time we grill something smoky and savory, I always want a cool, sweet side to accompany it. This coleslaw fits just perfectly. It's cool, sweet, and has just a little kick. I wanted this recipe to be simple and spicy at the same time. (I paired it with apple cider vinegar ... READ the POST
Seafood Pasta Salad
Whenever we cook a big seafood meal, I always try to plan for a little extra so that I can make this recipe. It is one of my favorites. You can make it so many different ways, and it's always great. Just use your imagination and you've got a great salad. I love to use ... READ the POST
Panzanella Salad
I wish that you could have seen my Dad's face when I placed this salad on his plate the other night at dinner. We had cooked a few chickens on the grill and I thought that this salad would be a perfect complement to the smoky flavor of the chicken. Fresh vegetables, delicious bread, and a light ... READ the POST
