Layered Cabbage Salad

Yesterday I mentioned that potato salad is generally on the “must-have” list for many of us at picnic-type outings this time of year. Coleslaw is frequently part of that traditional lineup as well. With the addition of a number of crisp, fresh veggies and bacon, Marian Stark’s Layered Cabbage Salad puts a new slant on the conventional shredded cabbage and dressing version.

This recipe is especially precious to Marian as she first tasted it several years ago when her sister, Pat Boggs, brought it to a family event. Pat has since passed away but Marian and her siblings and other family members continue to enjoy it often when they gather together. CJK

Layered Cabbage Salad

(Marian Stark)

Salad

3 cups shredded cabbage

2 cups cauliflower

1/2 cup diced green pepper

1/4 cup sliced radishes

1/2 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup ripe olives, chopped

Dressing

1 cup mayonnaise

1 tbsp. milk

2 tbsp. sugar

3 tbsp. Parmesan cheese

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

Topping

8 oz. bacon, diced and fried crisp

Layer the vegetables in a large serving bowl.

Mix dressing ingredients together and spread over the top of the vegetables. Cover with plastic wrap. Let stand for several hours or overnight. Before serving, stir the dressing mixture into the vegetables. Taste and add more salt or pepper, if needed. Top with the crisply fried bacon pieces.

Yield: 8 to 12 servings

A note from Marian: This salad is especially easy to make for gatherings because it’s prepared the day before serving.

A note from Carol: Marian has been a member of St. Mary’s in Mora for 80 years. She’s served in almost every capacity possible in the parish including being an original member of the Mission Circle Group, which has recently celebrated its 60th anniversary. She’s been married to her husband, Ronald, for 62 years. The Starks have five children, 11 grandchildren and seven “greats.”

The late Patricia Boggs was a lifelong member of St. Mary’s also.

Marian shared the Layered Cabbage Salad recipe in the parish’s “Loaves & Fishes and Other Great Dishes!” cookbook. Call the parish office at 320-679-1593 to order a copy of the book for $10 plus shipping and handling.