Bountiful Harvest

"Trust that little voice in your head that says 'Wouldn't it

be interesting if...' And then do it."

-- Duane Michals 
American photographer

Hot dish or casserole is a regional term. Only in the Midwest can you go in a local hardware store and find this unique item. But really ts a must for those who take their hot dish meals seriously. 

Watermelon Corn Tomato Salad

serves 2-3

Ingredients:

2 ears of corn husked (about 1 cup)

1 pint cherry tomatoes

1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese,cubed or feta cheese

2 cups cubed watermelon

2 TB. basil  chopped or mint 

1 cup chopped cucumber 

optional red onions

Directions:

Cook corn in boiling water for 3 minutes-drain and cut kernels away from cob-set aside

Cut tomatoes and pat dry on a paper towel, add cucumbers,corn and watermelon-sprinkle with sea salt and let set 15 minutes-drain

Add dressing and toss with salad ingredients

Dressing:

2 TB. olive oil

1 -1/2 tsp. white balsamic vinegar

1 tsp. lemon zest

pinch of sugar

use a whisk to mix ingredients