Crookneck Squash

Dad doesn't even really like squash very much, but he made this sometimes when we had squash from the garden! I developed a taste for it cooked this way.

Crookneck Squash (Dad)

1 squash, cut into slices
2 tsp olive oil
A few shakes of garlic salt

Heat in the microwave for 3 minutes. Halfway through heating, pause and stir. Finish heating squash. If more than one squash is being prepared, the time should be adjusted. Add a minute and check on it after that point.

Chicken Bow Tie Salad

I think Mom got this recipe from Aunt Carol. It started appearing regularly at family gatherings.

Chicken Bow Tie Salad (from Mom and/or Aunt Carol)

1/2 pkg bow tie pasta (2 1/2 c cooked)
2 1/3 c cooked chicken, diced
1/2 pkg cole slaw
1 1/2 c grapes (purple is best)
1/3 c green onion
1 c mayo
1/2 c ranch lite dressing

Mix it all together and chill before serving.

Caprese Salad

I love this salad that I made up from the idea of caprese, so I'm adding it.

Caprese Salad (from Cardine)

2 tomatoes, roughly chopped
1 8 ounce package fresh mozzarella pearls
10 - 12 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/3 c olive oil

Combine in a bowl. Salt and pepper to taste. Consume.

Spinach Artichoke Dip

This is the delicious dip that Cash makes sometimes!

Spinach Artichoke Dip (from Cash)

3 cloves garlic
2 pkg thawed, drained frozen spinach
2 cans chopped, drained artichoke hearts
2 pkgs (or a little less) cream cheese
1 c Parmesan (or to taste)
Salt or garlic salt
Cayenne pepper (red pepper)

Chop garlic. Sauté with thawed and drained spinach* and chopped artichoke hearts until thoroughly heated. Add 2 packages cream cheese until melted and thoroughly incorporated. Add lots of Parmesan, a little garlic salt, and red pepper to taste. Stir until Parmesan is melted and everything is well mixed. Serve with sturdy crackers.

*Seriously. Get as much of the liquid out as possible!