Does This Recipe Show off a Lot of Tools?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around the Colossal Chopped Salad recipe and its ability to showcase various kitchen tools. Participants share their experiences with the recipe, discuss the tools they use, and mention variations of the recipe.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, lists numerous tools used in preparing the salad, including a stockpot, colander, and various knives.
  • Another participant shares their enjoyment of the recipe, noting it is a family favorite and that it uses many tools, which has helped them sell collapsible bowls.
  • Several users mention that the recipe is versatile and can be adapted with different ingredients, such as pasta types and vegetables.
  • One participant recalls that the recipe was featured in Cooking Show Live workshops, suggesting it is recognized for its tool demonstration potential.
  • Multiple participants express confusion about the recipe's ingredients, noting discrepancies in versions they have, particularly regarding the inclusion of broccoli versus squash or zucchini.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the specific ingredients of the recipe, with some participants noting variations they have encountered. However, there is general agreement that the recipe showcases a variety of tools.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences with the recipe and its preparation, highlighting the tools they find useful in their cooking practices.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for ways to demonstrate kitchen tools through cooking or those interested in recipe variations may find this discussion beneficial.

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Does the Colossal Chopped Salad show off a lot of tools? Do you add ingredients to it to show off more tools. Share what you do please. TIA!
 
tools used:

8qt. Stockpot
colander
simple additions large round bowl
chef's knife
ultimate mandoline
santoku knife
tomato knife
julienne peeler
paring knife
egg slicer plus
bamboo salad tongs

can add:
pasta fork (pasta)
salad & berry spinner (lettuce)
nylon knife (lettuce)
adjustable microplane (parmesan)
measure, mix & pour (dressing)
 
I love making this recipe. It is everything you need for a meal: pasta, chicken, veggies. In fact, my 8 yoa grandson always requests it as, "mommy, will you make grandma's salad for dinner"? I have made it with regular and whole wheat penne pasta (both very good). It makes a large amount for a bigger crowd. I have recently been using the collapsible bowl to show the salad in and I sell LOTS of collapsible bowls because of it. This recipe is a definite keeper and does use lots of tools as you see in the prior post.
 
My family loves this recipe and it shows tons of products....
 
Which cookbook is this in - I might try it tonight for dinner - thanks
 
PamperedDor said:
Which cookbook is this in - I might try it tonight for dinner - thanks
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Colossal Chopped Salad


Ingredients:
1 pkg (16 oz/450 g) uncooked penne pasta
1 head romaine lettuce
1 large carrot
1/2 medium red onion
1 small head broccoli
2 plum tomatoes
1/2 cup (125 mL) sliced pitted ripe olives
2 oz (60 g) grated fresh Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup/125 mL)
1 cup (250 mL) Italian or ranch salad dressing


Directions:
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse under cold running water. Spoon pasta onto large serving platter.
Meanwhile, using Forged Knife - Chef's, thinly slice lettuce, carrot and red onion. Coarsely chop broccoli. Slice tomatoes into thin wedges.
Top pasta with lettuce, broccoli, carrot, onion, tomatoes and olives. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over vegetables. Drizzle dressing over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Yield: 16 servings

Nutrients per serving: per serving (1 cup/250 mL): Calories 200, Total Fat 10 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Carbohydrate 25 g, Protein 6 g, Sodium 220 mg, Fiber 2 g

©The Pampered Chef, Ltd. 2008
The Pampered Chef, Ltd.
 
This was the recipe for the Cooking Show Live workshops at last year's conference. So it obviously shows enough tools that HO considers it a good demo recipe.
 
Thanks Ginger!!!
 
The PC recipe I have does not have broccoli in it. You use squash or zucchini AND it has a cooked/diced chicken breast in it. I believe it was in a Spring/Summer SB maybe in 06 or 07. I am sure any variation of veggies would be fine but adding a little protein has a wonderful taste.
 
pkd09 said:
The PC recipe I have does not have broccoli in it. You use squash or zucchini AND it has a cooked/diced chicken breast in it. I believe it was in a Spring/Summer SB maybe in 06 or 07. I am sure any variation of veggies would be fine but adding a little protein has a wonderful taste.
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I got this one right off of CC. I know it didnt look right, also its originally from the 90s. I check my old books & get back to you on it. I think its from the Light & Simple cookbook....
 
pkd09 said:
The PC recipe I have does not have broccoli in it. You use squash or zucchini AND it has a cooked/diced chicken breast in it. I believe it was in a Spring/Summer SB maybe in 06 or 07. I am sure any variation of veggies would be fine but adding a little protein has a wonderful taste.
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The original one is the 1 I posted. The Salad from S/S 07 has the Chicken & Squash....:D
 

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