Looking for a buffet or pot luch dish that can stay at room temp. Do not want typical salads. Any recipes?

I've been making this for over 25 yrs., and now my daughters make it too... It's WONDERFUL and very different, and is perfect served room temp!





ARTICHOKE - RICE SALAD


1 (6 or 7oz.) pkg. chicken flavored rice mix (like Rice-A-Roni)


2 green onions, thinly sliced


1/2 green pepper, chopped


8 pimento-stuffed olives, thinly sliced


2 (6 oz) jars marinated artichoke hearts (cut up)


1/4 tsp. curry powder (it won't taste like curry)


1/3 c. mayonnaise


Cook rice per package. Mix all the rest of the ingredients into it well, while it's still warm. Put into a bowl and serve. Good hot, cold or room temp...... YUMMY!Looking for a buffet or pot luch dish that can stay at room temp. Do not want typical salads. Any recipes?
mac n cheese or pasta saladLooking for a buffet or pot luch dish that can stay at room temp. Do not want typical salads. Any recipes?
Great recipe for pot luck buffets!





Black Bean and Couscous Salad





1 cup uncooked couscous


1 1/4 cups chicken broth


3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil


2 tablespoons fresh lime juice


1 teaspoon red wine vinegar


1/2 teaspoon ground cumin


8 green onions, chopped


1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped


1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro


1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed


2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained


Salt and pepper to taste





Bring chicken broth to a boil in a 2-quart or larger sauce pan and stir in the Couscous. Cover the pot and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes.





In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, vinegar and cumin.





Add green onions, red pepper, cilantro, corn and beans, and toss to coat.





Fluff the couscous well, breaking up any chunks. Add to the bowl with the vegetables and mix well.





Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve at once or refrigerate until ready to serve.
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