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Post by mom23sweetpeas on Jul 22, 2014 16:40:25 GMT
I have an old friend and two other friends coming for dinner - it is hot here today and i am stumped on what to serve .
what do you like to eat when its hot out?
Originally i was going to have a lasagna, caesar salad and garlic bread- but not sure i want to put the oven on
I personally am not a burger fan so that's why i am not going that route
any ideas
cheryl
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Post by peabay on Jul 22, 2014 16:40:53 GMT
Grilled chicken and cold salads.
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Post by colleen on Jul 22, 2014 16:43:27 GMT
The heat doesn't really affect my appetite. I say whatever sounds good to you to cook would be great.
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Post by littlemama on Jul 22, 2014 16:46:09 GMT
I would grill something - chicken, steaks, brats, and have cold salads.
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Post by katiez4kids on Jul 22, 2014 16:50:45 GMT
my go to meal for an occasion like that is Chicken Caesar salad. Here is how we do it: Lots of romaine, Parmesan cheese, Marie's Caesar dressing mix, I use a good roast chicken from the store and I add some cooked Penne Pasta. It is really good. I know it sounds weird to add the pasta but it is REALLY good. I would serve that with maybe some garlic bread and fresh fruit. I get asked to bring this dish to EVERY pot luck i go to. The secret is in the dressing. Marie's is seriously the best!!!
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Post by Merge on Jul 22, 2014 16:59:13 GMT
Mediterranean mixed grill: marinated grilled chicken, tons of grilled veggies, fresh pita, olives, tzaziki, hummus. Fresh fruit and yogurt with honey and slivered almonds for dessert. Very versatile in case of an unexpected vegetarian or gluten-free guest - people can assemble the meal however they would like.
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Post by oblibby on Jul 22, 2014 16:59:30 GMT
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Post by theboydbunch on Jul 22, 2014 17:01:54 GMT
my go to meal for an occasion like that is Chicken Caesar salad. Here is how we do it: Lots of romaine, Parmesan cheese, Marie's Caesar dressing mix, I use a good roast chicken from the store and I add some cooked Penne Pasta. It is really good. I know it sounds weird to add the pasta but it is REALLY good. I would serve that with maybe some garlic bread and fresh fruit. I get asked to bring this dish to EVERY pot luck i go to. The secret is in the dressing. Marie's is seriously the best!!! This sounds fabulous! |
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Post by mellowyellow on Jul 22, 2014 17:02:41 GMT
Cold pasta chicken salad. |
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Post by flypea1 on Jul 22, 2014 17:02:44 GMT
I think what you chose sounds great.
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Post by piapea on Jul 22, 2014 17:02:49 GMT
Oh, Merge Left that sounds wonderful. I've been searching for something different and tasty for summer meals. Thanks!
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Post by freecharlie on Jul 22, 2014 17:03:00 GMT
If you have chairs to sit outside, grill something.
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Post by valleyview on Jul 22, 2014 17:13:29 GMT
Cobb salad and a crusty bread.
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Post by Merge on Jul 22, 2014 17:44:55 GMT
Oh, Merge Left that sounds wonderful. I've been searching for something different and tasty for summer meals. Thanks! Thank Mark Bittman!  Love that guy. We probably do some variation on that meal once a week at my house in the summer and I eat off the leftovers for lunches for several days after. A chimichurri sauce (easy to make in the blender; just google) really adds a nice pop of flavor . |
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Post by NanaKate on Jul 22, 2014 17:46:10 GMT
You've gotten some great ideas here. Enjoy!
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Post by paigepea on Jul 22, 2014 17:48:13 GMT
I would want grilled salmon with a nice mango salsa, grilled veggies and a Caesar salad. |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 22, 2014 17:49:01 GMT
Definitely grilled chicken Caesar salad...and Sangria.
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Post by mom23sweetpeas on Jul 22, 2014 18:19:22 GMT
Thanks ladies- some really great ideas!!
Merge left that's what i would do-- if i hadn't had that yesterday for dinner!
LOL It is one of our go to meals nice and easy and relish!
off to the sore for inspiration- but am leaning toward grilled chicken and salad
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Post by meowgal on Jul 22, 2014 18:49:08 GMT
That grilled chicken salad sounds good and I don't even like pasta! Now I want Chicken Caesar for supper!
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Post by Crack-a-lackin on Jul 22, 2014 20:07:11 GMT
That grilled chicken salad sounds good and I don't even like pasta! Now I want Chicken Caesar for supper! Me too |
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Post by cmpeter on Jul 22, 2014 20:18:09 GMT
We would do a grilled mix grill...some steak, some salmon and some chicken and an assortment of cold salads (Ceasar style potato, green salad and green bean with feta salad.)
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Post by Belle on Jul 22, 2014 20:21:55 GMT
Mediterranean mixed grill: marinated grilled chicken, tons of grilled veggies, fresh pita, olives, tzaziki, hummus. Fresh fruit and yogurt with honey and slivered almonds for dessert. Very versatile in case of an unexpected vegetarian or gluten-free guest - people can assemble the meal however they would like. Yum!! Cindi - can you share the recipe for the green beans with feta? |
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Post by pmk on Jul 22, 2014 20:24:30 GMT
I would stick with the Caesar salad but add grilled chicken to it.
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Post by Laura on Jul 28, 2014 23:33:35 GMT
Just popped in to say I made Katiez4kids' Chicken Caesar Salad tonight for dinner and it was fabulous! I will definitely make it again.
(and I'm basically marking my spot here in case I lose the recipe!)
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Post by GiantsFan on Jul 28, 2014 23:38:08 GMT
Keep the Ceasar and the bread. Add a Costco roasted chicken. Done.
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Post by Suziee2 on Jul 28, 2014 23:44:54 GMT
my go to meal for an occasion like that is Chicken Caesar salad. Here is how we do it: Lots of romaine, Parmesan cheese, Marie's Caesar dressing mix, I use a good roast chicken from the store and I add some cooked Penne Pasta. It is really good. I know it sounds weird to add the pasta but it is REALLY good. I would serve that with maybe some garlic bread and fresh fruit. I get asked to bring this dish to EVERY pot luck i go to. The secret is in the dressing. Marie's is seriously the best!!! This sounds really good. I was going to suggest Oriental chicken salad like Applebees (except I grill or George Forman instead of fry the chicken) with a great crusty bread or a great Chicken Cesar. Or even grilled steak salad. |
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