snow in july

not snow snow, but snow peas. I love to make colorful food. It's so nice when you put it out on the table and it brightens everything up. When you're eating something that looks so vivid, it makes it that much more appetizing. I had some leftovers and I really just combined everything. There's no real magic going on here, so just have fun with it.

Snow Pea Summer Slaw Recipe (makes about 2 big servings or 4 small servings)
3 cups snow peas
1 medium yellow squash, julienned
1/2 sliced red onion
2 cups shredded cabbage
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp tarragon
1 tbsp basil
salt and pepper to taste

1. Blanch the snow peas and the squash. Put them in boiling water for about 1 to 2 minutes. Then immediately immerse them in ice water. What this does is takes any bitterness out of the vegetable. By immersing them directly into an ice bath, the retain their vivid color and crispiness.

2. Put all the ingredients in a large bowl and toss together.

That's it.