fall is in the air

whit & jord

Congrats to the new mr & mrs Whatcott! We drove down to AZ for the beautiful reception and had so much fun! (Except Tysen driving threw the night on 5 energy drinks) But overall everything couldn't have gone better. We just love these two!

zzzzz...

I just had to post this. This is Harley EVERY TIME we get in the car. He loves the car and he loves to sleep just like that! 

Favorite Southwest BBQ Salad

Favorite Southwest BBQ Salad

2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped

1/2 container spring mix salad (costco)

1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped

1 bag precooked grilled chicken (costco deli), cut bite size

sweet baby rays bbq sauce

1 can black beans, rinsed & drained well

3/4 cup frozen white sweet corn

3 roma tomatoes, chopped

1 cup shredded jack cheese

1/2 cup sliced roasted almonds

*roasted red pepper dressing (see recipe below)

toss romaine, spring mix and cilantro together and place on a large platter. next, spoon on the corn and black beans. in a separate bowl mix chicken with bbq sauce. then spoon on salad. top with tomatoes, jack cheese and almonds. drizzle the dressing over the top. * this is a family favorite of ours, i hope you enjoy it!

roasted red pepper dressing:

1 8oz. jar roasted red bell peppers, (don't drain!!!)

1 clove crushed garlic

1 tbls dijon mustard

1/4 c. rice vinegar

1/2 tbls lime juice

1/4 tbls chili powder

1/4 tbls cumin

1/2 tbls Cholula hot sauce

3/4 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese

1/4 cup canola oil

in a blender, blend all ingredients except for oil, until smooth. finally, add the oil in slowly to form an emulsion. taste and season as needed.