When most Celebrity Chefs are asked what they would cook for the White House, it goes something like this:
Blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, escargot. Blah, blah, blah, blah, truffle oil. Blah, blah, blah, blah, blah foie gras….Blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah Blanquette de Veau….blah, blah, blah, blah!
When I saw your response in Parade Magazine, all I could think is…. This is why I love her so! No blah, blah, blah,….just straight up Good Home Cooking!
Who else has the courage to lick their fingers as they are cooking on Food Network? Your love and passion for what you do comes through with every recipe! Every home cook knows that it’s impossible to cook a meal without a little taste. How else are we supposed to know if it’s good?
“I know the president loves hot wings,” Paula said, “so I would do some with pepper-jelly glaze, watermelon salad to cut the heat, and buttered french toast.” And for dessert? “Lemon meringue pie!”
Not only are you living proof that the American Dream does exist, you’re living proof that with love for our families and lots of hard work, we will all achieve our dreams!
One of the best days for this foodie was the day that out of 1000’s of followers on Twitter, you decided to follow ME!
Thank you for the inspiration to follow my Dreams!
I love your watermelon salad recipe…. it’s so refreshing and so easy:
Watermelon Salad with Mint Leaves
Recipe courtesy Paula Deen
- 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 (5-pound) watermelon
- 1 Vidalia or other sweet onion
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 6 whole mint sprigs
Directions
Cut the flesh from the melon and cut into bite size pieces, removing and discarding the seeds, and set aside. Peel and slice the onion into rings.
In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, salt, pepper, and whisk until salt is dissolved. Slowly whisk in the olive oil, a few drops at a time. Add in the chopped mint, taste, and adjust seasonings.
In a large bowl, combine the melon, onion, and feta. Pour the dressing over the melon mixture and toss gently until everything is coated and evenly mixed. Garnish with mint sprigs.
To serve, divide salad among individual plates and garnish with mint leaves.
CopyrightPaula, I have searched High and Low for your Pepper-Jelly Glaze Wings. Would you mind sharing?
No, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah!
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