Category Archives: Sides

Man and woman do not live by main courses alone. Sides are the chorus that makes the meal come together in all its symphonic elegance. Whatever.

Recipe: Vinegar Cole Slaw

A Greek-style vinegar cole slaw that goes particularly well with grilled meats, chicken or fish; the key ingredient is white vinegar. Ingredients: 1 medium head green cabbage, sliced very thin 1/2 medium red onion, sliced very thin 1/4 c olive … Continue reading

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Recipe: Vincent’s Garlic Cole Slaw

Vincent’s is a seafood place that was on Inwood in Dallas when I was growing up, around the corner from the Miracle Mile. I visited their new location in Plano, TX and confirmed Vincent’s cole slaw is as good as it used to … Continue reading

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Recipe: Chopped Spinach Salad with Horseradish

Another favorite from the Highland Park Cafeteria. This makes a nice composed salad for a ladies’ bridge club lunch, I suppose, but the horseradish packs a wallop that interests more manly types. Serves 4. Ingredients: 1 lb spinach, very thoroughly … Continue reading

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Recipe: Squash Casserole a la Highland Park Cafeteria

Real comfort food. Thanks to my daughter Jamaica for figuring out the squash casserole recipe at the Highland Park Cafeteria. Instead of using cracker crumbs, pick up a box of saltines and crumble them very coarsely so some chunks are … Continue reading

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Recipe: Sour Slaw

Very very close to the sour slaw served at Highland Park Cafeteria. A tart palate refresher to enjoy with fried chicken or a plate of barbecue. Ingredients: 1 medium head cabbage (2-3 pounds) shredded then chopped into 1 inch lengths … Continue reading

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