Category Archives: No-Cook Recipes
Watermelon, Cucumber, and Mint Salad
This is the most refreshing summer salad. I will not take any other nominations. The inspiration for this salad came to me partly due to the abundance of fresh mint in my garden, and partly because it’s so hot in … Continue reading
Caesar Salad
Historically, I haven’t been a fan of Caesar salad. If you took me to a restaurant and asked me to order a salad, and if Caesar was on the menu, I’d inevitably choose another salad. There’s something about the thick, … Continue reading
The Simplest (and Most Satisfying) Bagel Sandwich
Saturday morning I was shopping at Tower Grove Farmers’ Market and I stopped at 222 Artisan Bakery’s stand. I try to stop by as early as I can because they often sell out of their baguettes by 10 a.m. This … Continue reading
No-Cook Recipes: Cantaloupe, Blackberry, Basil Salad
I started the “No-Cook Recipes” column on my blog a couple years ago after a friend of mine told me that she wanted a place to look for more no-cook meals. I’d made a bunch of them during the summer … Continue reading
No-Cook Recipes: Whipped Ricotta Toast with Heirloom Tomatoes
I read an article the other day where a Southern chef said that during the summer, all she wants to eat are tomato sandwiches. I can relate. When it gets super hot outside and I sweat just from standing in … Continue reading
No-Cook Recipes: Sungold Gazpacho with Homemade Croutons
When the weather in St. Louis gets unbearably warm and nothing will cool me down, I turn to gazpacho. It’s healthier than my usual go-to, ice cream, and almost as delicious. Gazpacho is one of those things that should be … Continue reading
No-Cook Recipes: Heirloom Tomato and Zucchini Ribbon Salad
This salad came about partly because I like making zucchini ribbons, and partly because I bought a bunch of local produce at the farmers’ market last weekend. I knew that I was going to be eating out a lot this … Continue reading
No-Cook Recipes: Open Face Caprese with Union Loafers Baguette
Sometimes, it’s about the simple things in life. That’s what yesterday night’s dinner taught me. I went to Union Loafers for lunch yesterday and on my way out, I bought a baguette. I thought about just slicing it up and … Continue reading
No-Cook Recipes: The Simplest Tomato Salad
What if I told you that you could make one of the best dishes you’ve ever eaten with only five ingredients? Oh wait, I’m about to. I read recently that Thomas Keller (the mastermind chef behind The French Laundry) likes … Continue reading
No-Cook Recipes: Strawberry Caprese Salad with Pesto
When I first saw this recipe, I knew it would lead to something good. I love making caprese salad during the summer and I liked the idea of subbing in strawberries. They’re juicy and sweet and pair well with the … Continue reading
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