DAY Recipe

Serves 8 adults plus 10 children as part of a buffet

INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard

1/4 cup olive oil

3 crisp red apples such asfuji or rome, cut into

1/4-inch-thick julienne

2 tart green apples such as granny [...]

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INGREDIENTS

3/4 cup celery , sliced
1/3 cup dark sweet red cherries
1/3 cup frozen green peas , thawed
3 tablespoons fresh parsley , chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
1 1/2 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
1 tablespoon pecans , chopped and toasted
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

DIRECTIONS

Combine all ingredients.

Chill for at least 30-45 minutes.

INGREDIENTS

8 ounces cream cheese , softened
1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
celery ribs , cut into 3-inch lengths

DIRECTIONS

In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and seasonings. Stuff into celery. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.

INGREDIENTS

3 pieces cooked chicken, shredded
2 tablespoons relish
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon mustard or honey mustard
pepper
1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
2 teaspoons paprika
1/3 cup fat free ranch dressing
1 green onion (cut)
1 celery rib
shredded carrots (optional)

DIRECTIONS

Mix everything in a bowl and eat it.