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Written By: chefjohn on October 2, 2010 11 Comments
Agave Nectar – Mustard Dressing

I created this Agave nectar mustard dressing recipe when I was developing a tasting menu for a job that never materialized. This recipe is for two salads. I used it for a Baby Spinach salad with Strawberries,Peaches,Gorgonzola cheese, and roasted Pecans. The Agave will give your salad a light sweet flavor without over powering the [...]

Written By: chefjohn on May 4, 2010 No Comment

This dressing recipe is a real good match with a Greek salad or you can use it on any salad you like. Greek Salad Dressing 1OZ. – Shallots (Chopped Fine) 1OZ. – Garlic (Chopped Fine) 1Cups – Lemon Juice (Fresh) Pinch – Salt & Pepper (To Taste) 2Cups – Extra Virgin Olive Oil makes 3 [...]

Written By: chefjohn on May 3, 2010 One Comment
Greek Salad – Chicken

Here is a version of a Greek salad that I really enjoy! With this salad you can increase or decrease any amount of ingredients to customize the salad to your likes or dislikes. Greek Salad With Grilled Chicken 4OZ. – Chicken Breast (grilled) 4OZ. – Romain Lettuce 1/2EA. – Cucumber 1EA. – Tomato (wedged) 1OZ. [...]

Written By: chefjohn on April 13, 2010 No Comment

Made a quick meat rub the other night when we where having a piece of flatiron steak cooked on the grill. It”s quick, easy and really adds a bang to the flavor of the steak that I did not have all day to marinade. Could also be used on a steak for a salad. 2ea. [...]

Written By: chefjohn on July 1, 2009 No Comment

This is a refreshing coleslaw with a little sweetness from the carrots. Jicama Carrot Coleslaw 2# – Jicama (cut julianne) 2# – Carrots (cut julianne) 2bu. – Cilantro (chopped) 2-4oz. – Coleslaw dressing Makes 8 portions Preparation: Combine all ingredients and mix well.

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Written By: chefjohn on June 25, 2009 4 Comments
Well Marbled – Grilled Flat Iron Steak – Salad

The Flat Iron Steak is a cut of steak from the shoulder of a steer,well marbled, flavorful and tender. This cut of beef can be a little costly because you only get four pieces per steer, that’s why you don’t usually see it displayed. But it’s well worth the price. Grilled Flat Iron Steak Salad [...]

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Written By: chefjohn on June 19, 2009 No Comment

This is a different style of a Waldorf salad. Using red grapes, walnuts, Gorgonzola cheese. Chicken Waldorf Salad 4oz. – Chicken breast (grilled and cubed) 3-4oz. – Mixed greens 3oz. – Red grapes (cut in half) 1oz. – Walnuts (toasted) 2oz. – Gorgonzola cheese (crumbled) 2-3oz. – Waldorf dressing Procedure: Combine all ingredients in a [...]

Written By: chefjohn on June 15, 2009 No Comment

This summer time salad will sure to impress.With it’s smoky tangy dressing. BBQ Ranch Chicken Salad 3oz. – Romain lettuce 2oz. – Roasted fresh corn (removed from husk) 2oz -  Black Beans (cooked) 4oz – Chicken breast or grilled shrimp 2oz. – Red pepper (cut Julianne) 2oz. – BBQ sauce 2oz. – Ranch dressing 2oz. [...]