[CH] Hotter Than Hell recipe

Christopher E. Eaves (cea260@airmail.net)
Wed, 1 Apr 98 22:48:46 -0600 (CST)

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                             Rio Party Salad

Recipe By     : "Hotter Than Hell" by Jane Butel
Serving Size  : 10   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Posted                           Soups & Salads

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      cans          hearts of palm (1 lb. each) -- drained
   1      pint          cherry tomatoes -- halved
     2/3  cup           extra-virgin olive oil
     1/4  cup           sherry vinegar
   1      clove         garlic -- minced
     1/2  teaspoon      salt -- or to taste
   1      teaspoon      New Mexico red chiles -- crushed
   1      head          Boston lettuce
   1      head          red leaf lettuce

Place hearts of palm & tomatoes in a medium bowl. Combine oil, vinegar, garlic, salt & crushed chiles in a small bow & pour over vegetables & stir gently to coat evenly. Let stand at room temperature throughout the day, stirring often & spooning dressing over vegetables. About 2 hours before serving, cover & refrigerate. To serve, arrange Boston & red leaf lettuce leaves around edge of a large platter. Place hearts of palm spoke fashion around edge; place tomatoes in center. Drizzle all with dressing & serve.

Makes about 10 servings.

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NOTES : Authors notes:
Simple to prepare & lovely to look at, with a flavor that enhances any spicy hot entree. I'm especially fond of serving this salad at buffets, as an accompaniment to 2 or more casseroles. It makes for a cozy, lingering evening; guests can eat as often & as much as they wish, & the hostess can relax, since nothing wilts or gets cold (just keepthe hot dishes warm on a warming tray).