pasta salads

Cobb Pasta Salad; Clandestine garden goings-on

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I’m not sure what’s going on in my garden at night. I have radishes turning into big, hulking bullies. That could be the result of lack of discipline on my part as chief (and only) gardener. I accept the blame. But…. What’s wrong with this picture? I planted 2 types of courgette: the green, striped, … Continue reading…

Creamy Pasta Salad with Ham, Peas and Celery; Stupid Woman!

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I am just a stupid woman, apparently. When I took mon mari’s computer into the shop for repair, I explained what the problem was. I told the guy that, after the storm last week, every time I plugged it in it blew all the circuits in the house. I explained that, regardless of what outlet … Continue reading…

Turkey and Green Bean Pasta Salad; Be kind to your Behind

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I love British commercials. Maybe it’s because they’re good; maybe it’s because they’re different. My current favorite is a toilet paper ad. Yes, they have the cute little puppy running around, unrolling the ultra-soft (so they say) T.P. But that’s not why I like it. It’s the slogan. “Be kind to your behind.” It starts … Continue reading…

Tales of Two Tuna Salads; the vote and the plan

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Two Tuna Salads The vote is in; the people have spoken! Sort of…. To summarize all of the wonderful and helpful comments: 66% voted for stained and varnished wood. 34% voted for painted wood. But it was the comments that I found most helpful. There were suggestions to make the bottom doors stained wood and … Continue reading…

Pasta Primavera Salad; Why oh why…..

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Pasta Primavera Salad  1.  Why do the French insist on calling my mobile phone even when I ask them nicely to call my 'land line', explaining that I don't live on my mobile.  In fact, I only turn it on if I have to make a phone call whilst away from my house. I have … Continue reading…