Sweet Vidalia Onions were on sale at the market this past weekend and we decided to make a dish that would feature them raw. I threw together a citrus vinaigrette pasta salad that was bright and fresh-tasting.

Sweet Vidalia Onions were on sale at the market this past weekend and we decided to make a dish that would feature them raw. I threw together a citrus vinaigrette pasta salad that was bright and fresh-tasting.

The wife and I have been making this side dish for a while now and it’s become one of our favorites. It slowly evolved from our grilled ratatouille recipe into it’s own dish.

We’ve served it to many people and everyone always asks for the recipe, so here it is.
I’ve spent years perfecting my chili recipe. It’s still subject to whatever ingredients I have on hand, but it’s safe to say it’s about done. It’s not competition chili by any means and it’s more of a compromise than I’d prefer.

I like really spicy Southwestern chili with no beans, but my wife likes a milder, more Southeastern chili with lots of beans. As a result, this recipe makes a medium-heat chili with one can of pinto beans for added texture and flavor.