Spring Break
Tasty treats in time for a long weekend
Emily Abbate
Issue date: 8/29/08 Section: Focus
Since our country's founding, millions of citizens have worked long hours to provide for their families and themselves. Labor Day, which always falls on the first Monday in September, is set aside to commemorate the economic and social achievements of American workers from past and today.
"It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country," according to the Department of Labor.
In today's society, Labor Day is one of the last great days to get together with friends for a barbecue, and the fashionable end to a white pants, white shoes kind of season. For all of you who are looking to sneak in one last barbecue before the classes get more hectic and the weather becomes a bit more nippy, here are some recipes to spice up your Labor Day festivities.
When life hands you lemons, make (blackberry) lemonade
INGREDIENTS:
- Lemonade
- 1/2 cup blackberries
- 2 cups ice
DIRECTIONS:
If you are feeling domestic, then go ahead and make your own fresh-squeezed lemonade. However, for the common college student, buying a liter of Newman's own fresh lemonade might be a tad bit easier. The first step to this lackadaisical method is pouring your lemonade into a pitcher.
Then, in a food processor or blender, puree the blackberries and stir into lemonade. Pour blackberry lemonade through a thin strainer to remove excess seeds, and then into a pitcher or other container and chill. Garnish your lemonade glasses with a piece of fresh fruit, such as a strawberry or lime for an extra twist.
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Off The Clock Labor Day Tic-Taco Salad
INGREDIENTS
- 2 heads lettuce, shredded
- 4 tomatoes, cubed
- 1 large onion, chopped fine
- Anywhere from 3 - 5 cups
shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 package corn tortilla chips, broken
- 2 jars Ranch salad dressing
- 1 jar chunky salsa
- 2 pounds ground beef,
chicken or tofu
DIRECTIONS:
1. Shred the romaine lettuce and then place in a salad spinner. Chop finely the tomatoes and onion, and place these items in another bowl. Then take the tortilla chips, and break apart into small pieces, putting them into the bowl with the onions and tomatoes. Then, add cheese. Put this salad in a bucket, making it easily servable and adding some flair to your table setting, and immediately prior to service to avoid sogginess, stir in the two jars of ranch dressing and the salsa.
2. Brown your desired protein in a large skillet on medium low heat - then drain the excess juice. Either top the bucket with the grilled choice, or place it in the side and allow the guests to take as much or as little as they please.
"It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country," according to the Department of Labor.
In today's society, Labor Day is one of the last great days to get together with friends for a barbecue, and the fashionable end to a white pants, white shoes kind of season. For all of you who are looking to sneak in one last barbecue before the classes get more hectic and the weather becomes a bit more nippy, here are some recipes to spice up your Labor Day festivities.
When life hands you lemons, make (blackberry) lemonade
INGREDIENTS:
- Lemonade
- 1/2 cup blackberries
- 2 cups ice
DIRECTIONS:
If you are feeling domestic, then go ahead and make your own fresh-squeezed lemonade. However, for the common college student, buying a liter of Newman's own fresh lemonade might be a tad bit easier. The first step to this lackadaisical method is pouring your lemonade into a pitcher.
Then, in a food processor or blender, puree the blackberries and stir into lemonade. Pour blackberry lemonade through a thin strainer to remove excess seeds, and then into a pitcher or other container and chill. Garnish your lemonade glasses with a piece of fresh fruit, such as a strawberry or lime for an extra twist.
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Off The Clock Labor Day Tic-Taco Salad
INGREDIENTS
- 2 heads lettuce, shredded
- 4 tomatoes, cubed
- 1 large onion, chopped fine
- Anywhere from 3 - 5 cups
shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 package corn tortilla chips, broken
- 2 jars Ranch salad dressing
- 1 jar chunky salsa
- 2 pounds ground beef,
chicken or tofu
DIRECTIONS:
1. Shred the romaine lettuce and then place in a salad spinner. Chop finely the tomatoes and onion, and place these items in another bowl. Then take the tortilla chips, and break apart into small pieces, putting them into the bowl with the onions and tomatoes. Then, add cheese. Put this salad in a bucket, making it easily servable and adding some flair to your table setting, and immediately prior to service to avoid sogginess, stir in the two jars of ranch dressing and the salsa.
2. Brown your desired protein in a large skillet on medium low heat - then drain the excess juice. Either top the bucket with the grilled choice, or place it in the side and allow the guests to take as much or as little as they please.
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