Recipes Master 13

A summer staple!  All you need is fresh corn, peppers, maybe some onions...a little sour cream and you have a crunchy yummy summer salad! I used Polano and Red Pepper but you could substitute most anything. Avacodo would be nice too! I'm keeping this commentary simple...just like this salad! Ingredients 6 ears of shucked fresh corn 1 Poblano pepper (seeded and chopped) 1/2 red pepper (seeded and chopped) 1/2 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon sugar (add a bit more is  your corn is not very sweet) Salt and Pepper Mix it all together...chill for about 30 minutes to meld the flavor and done!

Now how cute are these?  Easy, no cook, impressive little appetizers. I put them in a pot of plastic grass...I thought it sounded cute...jury is still out on that one.  If you don't have a pot of plastic grass hanging around..you could stick the skewers in just about anything... get me started! Ingredients and Directions Cherry tomatoes Mini Mozzarella (Ciliengine) Olive oil Basil or Pesto Skewers Slice tomatoes in half.  Remove seeds and pulp.   If you have a handy little tool like this great!  If not, a melon baller will work just fine. Toss fresh mozzarella balls in olive oil, pesto (or basil), salt and pepper. Skewer tomato's, add mozza balls...walla!  You got Caprese Pops!

Crisp, refreshing and easy!   This recipe calls for store bought Ranch Dressing...yes, I said it, 'Redneck Ranch'. Personally, I am not a huge fan of Ranch,  (because I am so cultured an' stuff),  but in this recipe it works. I bought the higher end brand in the cold food section, I paid more, so I am sure it is better.  If you don't like Ranch (or just don't want to admit you do), mix mayo and lemon juice...makes a sprite little dressing. (did I just say sprite when describing food?  OMG, I think I am evolving!) Ingredients 2 cups dried rigatoni pasta (which will  yield 4 cups after cooked) 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce 1 cup cubed sharp cheddar cheese 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes 1/2 cup cooked, chopped bacon (I buy the already cooked type and crisp it up in the microwave, my favorite is Trader Joe's Apple Smoked Bacon). 3/4 cup Ranch Dressing - adjust for your taste Pepper to taste Directions Cook Rigatoni according t...