Best Sandys Simple Spring Lettuce Salad Recipes

GRANNY SANDY'S SIMPLE SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Clean the lettuce and core it, then either tear or shred it into strips or bite-sized pieces; place in salad bowl.
• 2. Dice onion into very small pieces and add to lettuce.
• 3. Cut cheddar cheese into very small cubes(do not shred) and add to lettuce.
• 4. In a separate small bowl, mix salad dressing, salt, pepper, vinegar and sugar. Mix well until sugar is dissolved and dressing is smooth and creamy.
• 5. Refrigerate both bowls. Right before serving, add dressing to lettuce and toss well. If salad appears a little "dry", make a little more dressing and add, as required.
• 6. NOTE: If you just can't bring yourself to use Miracle Whip, then substitute mayonnaise, but add an extra tablespoon of sugar.

SANDIES

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the water and vanilla. Stir in the flour and pecans until well blended. Cover dough and chill for at least four hours.
• Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Shape dough into walnut sized balls or crescents. Place 2 inches apart onto unprepared cookie sheets.
• Bake for 18 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden. Roll in confectioners' sugar while still warm.

ALMOND SANDIES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 300°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in extract. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Fold in almonds. , Drop by level tablespoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 22-24 minutes. Cool for 1-2 minutes before removing to wire racks.

SIMPLE SPRING SALAD

Steps:

• Toss the lettuce with the mint, radishes and sunflower seeds in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the cider vinegar, olive oil and salt. Drizzle the salad with the dressing, and sprinkle with the Pecorino-Romano.