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Kathryn J. Orr, Specialist in F-oods and Nutrition

There's a wonderfully refreshing, healthful · finally the dressing or garnish. Suggestions for every occasion. Whether it's a simple below are intended to inspire eye-delighting or an elaborate combination of , vege­ and taste-inviting results. tables, fish or meat, each can be appetite­ provoking and nutritious. are one of ACCOMPANIMENT SALADS the easiest and most popular ways to supple­ Accompanimenfsalads should be light rather ment your with many of the nutrients than substantial, and served in middle-sized _- that are so necessary for well-balanced diets. portions either as a first appetizer. or There are three basic types of salads . with with the . Sometimes this type of countless variations that the imaginative will salad is used to garnish the serving or enjoy... an unusual green, a favorite or plate. a new combination of and textures will At family or group , salads may be do wonders for any of these three. brought to the table in several ways. They may l. The "accompaniment salad," eaten with the be served by the hostess from a farge bowl, main course, a meat platter or garnish, or or individual salads for each person help. make the popular West Coast and Island idea ... a pretty place setting. Remember to "play as a first course or appetizer. down" the · greenery so as to not dwarf the .2. The "main " or "complete " salad. salad and detractfrom its dainty appearance. 3. The0dessert" or "party" salad. - _· Bread sticks or tiny crackers are nice when Just as there are three main type-s 'of salads, the salad is. served -at the beginning of the there ar~ three major parts to each salad ... meal; regular dinner breads or rolls are eaten the greens or base, the heart of the salad, and when the salad is servedwiththe main course.

Whole Pear liquid. Chill until partially set. Add remaining ingre­ dients and mix well. Pour into mold that has been oiled Drain canned pear halves and put 2 halves together or dipped in cold water, and chill until set. Unmold with softened cream cheese. (Add a bit of blue cheese ontogreens.and garnish with additional cottage cheese, for variety.) If desired, sprinkle on one side if desired. to make a blush. Top with cream cheese and a strip of green pepper or a leaf of watercress for a stem. Place on salad greens of any variety. Mystery Salad Yield: .6 servings 6 canned pear halves 2 medium tomatoes 1 3-ounce package of cream cheese 1 small green pepper Juice of pears to soften cheese slightly 1 cup sliced Paprika 24 saltine crackers Watercress 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1/4 cup Cut the tomatoes in 1-inch pieces, and dice the green Green Goddess Salad Yield: 5-6 servings pepper. Combine all in a salad bowl and place in the refrigerator to chill. Spread the crackers 1 package gelatin with butter and place on a cookie sheet; under 3/4 cup boiling water broiler until golden brown. the crackers into 3/4 cup.liquid (pineapple juice) plus water small pieces. Combine with vegetables and add mayon­ 1 9-ounce can crushed pineapple, drained naise. Serve at once. 1-1/2 cups cottage cheese, sieved 1 ripe avacado, peeled, pitted and mashed (This is truly a surprise recipe. The crisply toasted crackers taste much like in an otherwise very 1/2 cup chopped salted plain tossed salad. Try it on your family and Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in remaining on your guests.)

Cooperative Extension Service/ University of Hawaii/ Circular 464

Hot in Casserole AND PARTY SALADS Yield: 6-8 servings Since entertaining at dessert and coffee has 2 cups chopped cooked chicken become such a well-liked custom, the party 2 cups chopped celery gelatin mold, the frozen , and the 1/2 cup blanched, chopped, salted almonds lovely platter have increased in popu­ 1/3 cup chopped green pepper larity. These salads lend color and appetite 2 tablespoons chopped pimiento 2 tablespoons minced onion appeal to a table, and are often a com­ 1/2 teaspoon bination "salad and dessert." Fancy party sand­ 2 tablespoons lemon juice wiches, small sweet rolls, and assorted 1/2 cup mayonnaise appetizer crackers go alongside nicely. There 1/3 cup grated Swiss cheese are many fruit combinations possible, and 2 cups crushed chips there's no question as to their suitability with Blend chicken, celery, almonds, green pepper, pimien­ other . to, onion, salt, lemon juice, and mayonnaise. Turn into buttered 1-1/2 quart casserole. Top with grated cheese and crushed potato chips. Bake in moderate oven 350F Frozen Banana- for 25 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Yield. 12 servings 1/4 cup 1/2 teaspoon salt Hot Yield: 6 servings 1-1/2 tablespoons flour 4 cups hot cooked cubed potatoes 1 egg, beaten 1 cup sour cream (commercial) 2 tablespoons vinegar 2 tablespoons prepared mustard 3/4 cup pineapple juice 1 teaspoon salt 3 ripe bananas 1 teaspoon sugar 1 cup diced canned pineapple 1/4 cup chopped green onion 1 cup diced mangoes 1 12-ounce package smoked pork sausage 12 maraschino cherries, sliced 1 cup heavy cream, whipped Heat sour cream, being careful not to let it boil. Add mustard, salt and sugar and stir to blend. Pour the Mix sugar, salt and flour; blend in egg, vinegar, and sour cream mixtureover hot cubed potatoes and onion. pineapple juice. over low heat until thick and Toss until thoroughly mixed. smooth, stirring constantly; cool. Mash bananas, com­ bine with other fruits; stir in first mixture and the Simmer the smoked sausage in hot water according to . Pour into lightly oiled molds and place the package directions. Place on top of potato salad. in freezer; when frozen, unmold and wrap for freezer This potato salad is equally good served cold, topped storage. Transfer salads to refrigerator half an hour with hot smoked sausage or frankfurters. before serving.

Fruit Salad Bar Place a head of curly endive or chicory on a large round serving plate. Separate leaves and place them on the plate Ii ke the wheel, as dividers for fruit. In each section place a different fruit. From the list below select fruits in season that contrast in color and shape:

Fresh slices Pineapple sticks or wedges rolled in finely chopped nuts Fresh figs peeled and cut in petal-shaped pieces Bananas cut into strips and sprinkled with nuts Mango slices sprinkled with grated fresh coconut Clusters of frosted grapes Lychees stuffed with cream cheese, nuts, and candied cherries Papaya balls. cubes, or wedges. sprinkled with lemon juice Avocado balls, rings, or wedges sprinkled with lemon juice SALAD DRESSINGS ANO GARNISHES Combine all ingredients and blend well with electric or rotary beater. Store covered in refrigerator. Shake Contrast in texture, and color is before serving. important when choosing salad dressing or garnishes. Use simple dressings for salads that Dressing Yield: 6 servings contain a combination of ingredients - mixed fruits or vegetables, or meat with . Save l/4cup miso the fancy dressing for the more simple salads 1 tablespoon white vinegar - a single fruit or vegetable or one type of 3 tablespoons water 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar greens. Serve the dressing with the salad, or pass it separately at the table. Combine dressing ingredients and mix well. Pour over vegetables and toss. Fruit salads of the dessert or party type can use the sweeter type of dressings; save the Oil-Vinegar Dressing tangy, zippy dressings for the accompaniment salad or the main dish salad. 1 clove , mashed 1/2 cup salad oil - wesson, , or 1/4 cup cider vinegar OR Sesame Seed Salad Dressing 1/4 cup lemon Juice 1/4 teaspoon pepper (Delicious for Fruit Salad) Yield: 1 quart 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon sugar 1-1/2 cups sugar 1 teaspoon paprika Add garlic and seasonings to oil; let stand (to suit your 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard own taste); add vinegar or lemon juice and shake well 1 teaspoon worcestershire to mix. 1/2 teaspoon tabasco sauce 1-1/2 tablespoons grated onion 1 pint salad oil Cheese Dressing 1 cup vinegar (Use prepared mix.) 1/2 cup toasted sesame seeds Mix thoroughly the dry ingredients, onion, worcester­ Sour Cream Dressing shire and tabasco sauce. (Electric mixer works very well.) Add oil very slowly; when mixture begins to 1 cup sour cream (commercial) thicken, add vinegar slowly, alternately with remaining 4 tablespoons granulated sugar oil. Stir thoroughly, then add sesame seeds. Pour in 1 tablespoon lemon juice jar and store in refrigerator. 4 large marshmallows chopped fine OR 40 miniature marshmallows To toast sesame seeds, place in flat baking dish in a slow oven. Stir often to keep seeds from burning. Combine sour cream and remaining ingredients. Mix Toast until seeds are golden brown. well and let stand 1 hour or more to marinate. Wonder­ ful on any fruit salad.

Tomato Dressing Yield: 1-l/2cups Keep handy in the refrigerator to give pep to greens. 1/4 cup salad oil 1/2 cup vinegar 1/2 can (2/3 cup) condensed soup 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

Issued in furtherance of Cooperative Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. C. Peairs Wilson, Director, Cooperative Extension Service, College of Tropical Agriculture, University of Hawaii, Honolulu, Hawaii 96822. CIRCULAR 464-JANUARY 1973-5M