Cooking with Mumu: [Update] There are 2 new posts in "Simply Recipes"

Simply Recipes

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Chili Dog
Fennel Slaw with Mint Vinaigrette

There are 2 new posts in "Simply Recipes"

Chili Dog

Whoever invented the chili dog, a hot dog in a bun smothered with chili and sprinkled with cheese and onions, should be given a medal. Messy, spicy, filling, did I say messy? Some claim that you can actually eat it with your hands. Maybe, if it's right off the grill, and you don't have much chili on it, and the bottom is wrapped in foil or wax paper. If you do attempt such a thing, for goodness sake don't wear white. I personally have never had much luck with these without utensils, and even then if I'm thinking ahead I'll tuck a paper napkin in my shirt.

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Fennel Slaw with Mint Vinaigrette

If you are firing up the grill this summer with fish or seafood, consider this fennel slaw as a fresh alternative to regular cabbage coleslaw to serve as a side. Even my father, who runs from fennel as if it were carrying plague, thoroughly enjoys this salad. Oddly, the naturally pronounced licorice taste of fennel is strongly muted by the vinaigrette, so only a hint comes through, and it is well balanced with the mint, shallots, and mustard.

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