tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post791854089368843349..comments2024-02-21T03:32:15.577-05:00Comments on Jill Kemerer: Crisp Salad All Week LongJill Kemererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-51003050066762954742013-03-19T10:44:44.742-04:002013-03-19T10:44:44.742-04:00I have to be in the mood for salad. I like spinach...I have to be in the mood for salad. I like spinach salads and I'm not a big fan of any dressing. I'm picky, what can I say?Jessica R. Patchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13614501794157211301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-61173726949059235682013-03-19T08:41:52.660-04:002013-03-19T08:41:52.660-04:00Oh good! I've found several new-to-me vegetabl...Oh good! I've found several new-to-me vegetables over the years, usually by watching cooking shows! Hope you try it!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-49709191714388712132013-03-19T08:40:40.018-04:002013-03-19T08:40:40.018-04:00I'm a sucker for goat cheese, too, Susan. It&#...I'm a sucker for goat cheese, too, Susan. It's so versatile. I tossed a lovely Greek salad together Sunday with some!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-41255081487696795732013-03-19T08:39:52.777-04:002013-03-19T08:39:52.777-04:00Your steak salad sounds fabulous--I'm writing ...Your steak salad sounds fabulous--I'm writing it down!! Thanks!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-62125737639262227332013-03-19T08:39:19.517-04:002013-03-19T08:39:19.517-04:00I love dried cherries and nuts in my salad, too, L...I love dried cherries and nuts in my salad, too, Lisa! Mm-mm!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-84388407110231971852013-03-18T17:30:59.994-04:002013-03-18T17:30:59.994-04:00I've never heard of Napa cabbage, but I'm ...I've never heard of Napa cabbage, but I'm looking forward to giving it a try. Great ideas here, Jill!Elizabeth Spann Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15625595247828274405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-47894813234464871312013-03-18T16:47:32.617-04:002013-03-18T16:47:32.617-04:00Oh! I never thought of using Napa Cabbage. I typic...Oh! I never thought of using Napa Cabbage. I typically do spring greens - but I am SO doing this! Lately I've been doing my spring greens, chopped up pear, dried cherries and goat cheese--I am a sucker for goat cheese!Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02147043566621884496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-12914328673081356812013-03-18T16:25:51.179-04:002013-03-18T16:25:51.179-04:00I like this idea, Jill. I've used Napa cabbage...I like this idea, Jill. I've used Napa cabbage for some things, but I'm going to have to try this. As I begin the journey through mid-life I'm finding a greater need to watch what I eat. Having salad fixings ready is a great idea. <br /><br />Some of our favorite salads are a steak salad, with marinaded steak that is cooked, some diced cooked potatoes, tomatoes and a mustard vinaigrette dressing. Hmmm, now I want that for supper. :)<br /><br />Thanks for sharing your tip!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-55599854229328849992013-03-18T14:35:04.389-04:002013-03-18T14:35:04.389-04:00I love salads. We use Romaine and spinach a lot. I...I love salads. We use Romaine and spinach a lot. I love putting dried cranberries and almonds in my salads too. Hubby always dices an apple to toss in when he makes them. Nice blend of sweet and crunch.Lisa Jordanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16334253815212707025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-69278851913030009252013-03-18T13:42:11.029-04:002013-03-18T13:42:11.029-04:00I find it at our Kroger or Meijer in the fresh pro...I find it at our Kroger or Meijer in the fresh produce section. It's usually by fresh romaine and the greens like kale--hope you find it! I love all your fresh toppings!!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-17695190543706407822013-03-18T13:41:08.962-04:002013-03-18T13:41:08.962-04:00The phrase "California summers" makes me...The phrase "California summers" makes me smile. I'm about done with this northern Ohio winter!! I love salad toppers too. Yum!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-80865411661503617302013-03-18T13:40:19.656-04:002013-03-18T13:40:19.656-04:00I know, Donna--cabbage has a strong flavor! Napa d...I know, Donna--cabbage has a strong flavor! Napa doesn't. If you hate it, you're only out a couple bucks!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-90695899533699295322013-03-18T13:39:49.135-04:002013-03-18T13:39:49.135-04:00I think the Ziploc bag makes a difference--squeeze...I think the Ziploc bag makes a difference--squeeze out the extra air before sealing. :)Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-37173981779323842772013-03-18T13:39:16.591-04:002013-03-18T13:39:16.591-04:00I did not know that about napa cabbage. I will ha...I did not know that about napa cabbage. I will have to look for some.<br /><br />My favorite toppings are tomatoes (when they are fresh,) carrots, olives, cauliflower, and honey raosted almond slivers.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15163662759281341381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-7307264720989518192013-03-18T13:39:11.643-04:002013-03-18T13:39:11.643-04:00Yum, yum, yum! I love everything you described!!Yum, yum, yum! I love everything you described!!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-52920829502210865782013-03-18T13:38:45.082-04:002013-03-18T13:38:45.082-04:00Mmm, lemon juice and pepper sounds yummy! I've...Mmm, lemon juice and pepper sounds yummy! I've never had a problem with sliced lettuce browning prematurely. I'm wondering if it's an old wives' tale! In fact, I experimented by doing it both ways--the edges browned at the same rate for both!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-81214289015513021052013-03-18T13:37:13.952-04:002013-03-18T13:37:13.952-04:00I've heard that too, and years ago I tried it ...I've heard that too, and years ago I tried it both ways. The cut version browned at the same rate as the torn, so I always just cut it!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-71931258019015361752013-03-18T12:29:37.876-04:002013-03-18T12:29:37.876-04:00Gwynly and I eat a lot of salads during our hot Ca...Gwynly and I eat a lot of salads during our hot California summers. It's fun adding those little extras, like sunflower seeds.Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-83393785613257348842013-03-18T11:02:40.953-04:002013-03-18T11:02:40.953-04:00I've never tried napa cabbage because I'm ...I've never tried napa cabbage because I'm not a cabbage fan. At. All. But to know that it doesn't taste cabbagy is a good thing. I'm giving it a whirl! Thanks for the great tip.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15615035905042738222noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-3732742642325799372013-03-18T10:47:32.519-04:002013-03-18T10:47:32.519-04:00I love salads! I always have trouble with lettuce ...I love salads! I always have trouble with lettuce going bad too quickly, though, so I I need to try your napa cabbage suggestion. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17620457068731162013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-18035634037711713202013-03-18T09:38:38.947-04:002013-03-18T09:38:38.947-04:00I've been experimenting more with salads. My f...I've been experimenting more with salads. My favorites are taco salad (turkey taco meat, low-fat cheese, a few tortilla chips, and catalina dressing) and a fruit salad (apples, grapes, turkey, low-fat cheese, oranges, and a fat-free poppyseed dressing). :) <br /><br />I haven't tried Napa cabbage...will have to!Lindsay Harrelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09379628592162011068noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-42258163251659854212013-03-18T08:28:44.385-04:002013-03-18T08:28:44.385-04:00Good morning, Jill! I love salads loaded with fres...Good morning, Jill! I love salads loaded with fresh veges. In lieu of dressing, I like to use fresh lemon juice with some fresh ground pepper. <br /><br />If you need to cut your lettuce, you can use a plastic knife, which also will prevent the edges from browning.<br /><br />Have a great day!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01786301620847405246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-48217602325303904372013-03-18T07:44:00.831-04:002013-03-18T07:44:00.831-04:00Like salads. Not too fond of making them so usuall...Like salads. Not too fond of making them so usually go for the pre-bagged. Heard on a cooking show once, you aren't supposed to cut your lettuce with a knife. The knife causes the edges to brown. Best to tear your lettuce with your hands. So the tv chef said. CJ Kennedyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14931779747826558608noreply@blogger.com