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Katy’s Perfect Spinach, Arugula, Date, and Feta Salad Inspired by my sweet friend, Katy, this salad hits every flavor note you could want: the peppery bite of arugula, the savory roast chicken, the creamy saltiness of feta, and the caramel-like sweetness of dates. Finished with a zesty lemon-honey vinaigrette and the crunch of toasted almonds, it is satisfying enough for a main course but elegant enough for a dinner party side. Ingredients Suggested measurements are included,

Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Salad Dressing/Dip Ingredients: ½ cup sour cream ¼ cup mayonnaise ¼ buttermilk or whole milk 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped (dried will work too) 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped (dried will work too) 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (dried will work too) 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon apple cider or white vinegar ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon onion powder ¼ to ½ teaspoon sea salt Freshly ground black pep

Little Gem Salad with Herbed French Vinaigrette Ingredients: 1 large shallot, very finely diced 2 tbsp + 1 tsp aged sherry vinegar (plus more to taste) 1 tbsp warm water 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 ½ tsp honey 1 ½ tsp Dijon mustard 1 ½ tsp whole-grain mustard 2 thyme sprigs, leaves picked and finely chopped (approx. ½ tsp) 1 garlic clove, finely grated 1 tsp kosher salt (plus more to taste) ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper Directions: 1. Rinse and soak shallots: Rinse d