Now is the time for leafy, green, winter vegetables! We've harvested our broccoli, and in my search for broccoli salad, I couldn't find one I liked 'entirely'. So I created my own recipe!
1 bunch of fresh broccoli.
Rinsed and broken into bite sized pieces (6 cups)
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1 Small onion, minced
(1/2 cup)
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Sliced Almonds (1/4 cup)
I don't even like almonds! :) But it adds the perfect "nutty" flavor
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1/2 cup raisins (for sweetness)
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6 slices of crispy bacon, chopped or crumbled :)
(1/2 cup)
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In a separate bowl, combine:
1/2 cup mayo
2 TBsp yogurt (plain or vanilla) {this adds lightness}
1/4 cup sugar
1 TBsp red wine vinegar
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Add the dressing to the salad...
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Lastly, add 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese
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Enjoy!!!
This was the "hit" at the dinner table last night. I served it alongside fried porkchops, and my Dad said he was enjoying the salad more than the porkchops!
.......hey, it took me an hour to cook that meat!
lol....no offense taken :)
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Anyway, next time I'll double the recipe!
Anyway, next time I'll double the recipe!
This makes 6 servings
21 comments:
Wow Mia, that looks great! It's fun to make up your own recipes sometimes! =:) Ha, My dad does the same thing! =;) He He! Thank you for sharing the recipe!
Blessings!
~Rachel~
It looks delicious! :) Can't wait to try the recipe!
That looks very yummy! I still make your breadsticks often. They are so good. I just made them last night!:)
Abigail
Ohhh! Our family loves broccoli salad:) That is awesome that you made up your own recipe...I think that I'm going to have to try your version soon~
~Jenna~
Yay, Mia! Another wonderful recipe for my daughter to try! She makes your fabulous breadsticks often. They are so good in the afternoon with a cup of tea.
Mrs. Laurie
Mia, this sounds delicious!
And I wish I lived nearby because I'd love to come and help you restore your little cottage.
Diane
Hi! My mom found your blog yesterday and we have really enjoyed looking around. I will definately be back to visit often!
Caroline
Oh delicious! That looks splendid - just irresistible! I'll have to copy that into my cookbook and try it soon. It's making my mouth water. ;)
-Breezy
Looks delicious Mia! :)
~Madison
Mia,
This looks delicious!!!
I love broccoli salad...and look forward to trying this recipe. I like your addition of cheddar cheese...ummmm it sounds and looks yummy!!Thanks ever so much for sharing. Hope you are doing well, dear friend. :)
Love Your Sister-in-Christ,
Miss Jen
Yummy! I love broccoli saled!! I love how you put pictures of all the recipes you post, they are all so pretty and cozy looking!
In Christ,
Lydia
Wow Mia! That looks Soooooo great! I love broccoli salad. That recipe looks a lot like the one my mom makes....Tell me, what was it about the other ones that you DIDN'T like? Just curious. Keep up the wonderful job on the blog hon, you have DEFINITELY found (one?) of your "nitches"!!
Mmmmm, wow! That's looks amazing!
This looks so yummy!!! I think that I may make some this afternoon! Thanks for sharing with us :)
Thank you for the recipe. I think my girls would love this. Clarice
This looks SO yummy! I can't wait to try it! Thanks for sharing! Have a blessed weekend!
Laney
Thank you for your lovely comments!
I hope y'all get to try it (its terribly delicious and addicting!lol)
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Ms. Lisa,
A few things I didn't like in other recipes: {this is definetely personal preference!}
* Blanching or steaming the broccoli.
I'd rather eat the broccoli raw; it's so satisfying (crunchy :) plus, all the vitamin/nutrient content.
*Added mayo and vinegar.
Alot of recipes I found use double the mayo and vinegar--I just wanted it to be lighter and healthier.
*Ingredient choice.
I use red wine vinegar to compliment the sweetness of the raisins and yogurt, and almonds to add a nutty flavor.
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There are many (yummy) ways to make broccoli salad, but used different ingredients/portions so it will be healthy, but have tons of flavor.
....*sigh* now I'm craving some!
Thanks for the question Ms. Lisa, and I'll see you at church!
In Christ,
Mia
Hello Mia!
Thank you for visiting my blog.
:-) I love the look of your blog. Especially all of the old photographs! That salad is making me hungry..:-)
The only problem with that salad is that we weren't invited to share! Had a great trip to Maryland, anxious to see you all again.
That looks so delicious!
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