DINING WITH FRUIT

As we all know, Autumn is here and, to be really honest with all of you, I miss Summer. Some may not agree with me but those lazy days of Summer are some of my favorite times of the year.

One thing that I try to do is to serve, from time to time, some dishes that bring back memories of those days of Summer.

So, this week, I thought I'd share some of those side dishes with you.

Let's get cooking! <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<

DOWN HOME FRUIT SALAD

1/2 Small Seedless Watermelon (Peeled and Cubed)

1 Cantaloupe (Peeled, Seeded and Cubed)

1 Can Pineapple Chunks (Drained)

4-5 Ripe Bananas (Peeled and Cubed)

1 Pint Strawberries (Hulled and Cut in Half)

3-4 Oranges (Peeled, Seeded and Chunked)

2 Apples (Peeled, Cored and Chunked)

1/2 Cup Sugar

In a large bowl, combine all the Fruit and mix well. Add the Sugar and combine well. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<

FRUIT MEDLEY

1 Cantaloupe (Peeled, Seeded, and Chunked)

1 Can Pineapple Chunks (Drained)

12-15 Maraschino Cherries (Cut in Quarters)

2-3 Drops Peppermint Extract

Fresh Mint Sprigs (If available for garnish)

In a large bowl, combine the Cantaloupe, Cherries and the Peppermint Extract and toss to combine. Refrigerate for a couple of hours before serving. Garnish with the Mint Sprigs. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<

RASPBERRY COLESLAW

2 Cups Red Cabbage (Shredded)

2 Cups White Cabbage (Shredded)

2 Cups Seedless Green or Red Grapes (Cut in Half)

1 Medium Red Onion (Peeled and Chopped)

1/2 Cup Fresh Parsley (Chopped)

1/2 Cup Vegetable Oil

1/4 Cup Raspberry Vinegar

3 Tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup

1/4 Cup Sugar

1 teaspoon Sugar

1 teaspoon Salt

1 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly Ground if Possible)

1 Cup Fresh or Frozen Raspberries

In a large bowl, combine the Cabbage, Onion, Grapes and Parsley. Toss to combine and mix well. In another bowl, combine the remaining ingredients--except the Raspberries--and whisk until completely blended. Pour this mixture over the Cabbage mixture and toss until completely coated with the dressing. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. When serving, garnish with a generous helping of Raspberries. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<

So, when you're wishing that those wonderful days of Summer would return, give one of the above recipes a try. You'll find that they'll help ease the pain of swinging a snow shovel and bring back some great memories of days gone by.

See all of you next week when I'll try to give you some ideas for the upcoming Halloween Holiday.

Good Cooking,

Grandpaw

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