It's not always sunny in Philadelphia. These days however, the city remains generous with her warm weather so grab a friend, a lover or this week's Street and get your picnic on. Here are a few basket-friendly recipes to satisfy your summer nostalgia:
While Philly's Still Golden Salad uses the best (and healthiest) ingredients from local farmer's markets.
Ingredients:
3 golden beets (roasted, peeled and cubed)
1 container firm Feta cheese
« lb green beans
1 package basil leaves
Dressing:
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
¬ cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
« teaspoon coarse salt
¬ teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic
Directions:
Cover the beets in parchment paper and tin foil and place in a 400 degree oven for 45 minutes or until tender. While still warm, peel the beets with a rag or paper napkin (be careful: this tends to be messy). Place the green beans into boiling water for three minutes, drain in cold water and quarter. Cube the beets and Feta cheese. Mix together the dressing ingredients (or take the lazy route and buy Dijon vinaigrette from FroGro). Tear the basil leaves into the mixture. Place in Chinese take-out boxes and delight in the golden glow of Philadelphia.
Jazzed-Up Ants on a Log is a dorm-friendly, convenient way to satisfy your nostalgia for schoolyard lunches. The best part? It uses only your dining dollars and meals, so you can save your money for adventures throughout Philadelphia.
Directions:
Grab a container of celery sticks from Wawa, or mooch them from the dining halls. Purchase squeezable Skippy with Dining Dollars from the store under 1920 Commons. Rather than sticking strictly to raisins, pick up your favorite trail mix complete with M&M's, craisins, almonds and peanuts. Pack your reading material and ingredients, and explore your inner child as you munch on this kindergarten favorite.
