May Weekend is finally here! I’m currently camped out on my couch waiting to see the first royal kiss between Princess Kate and Prince William! It’s already been decided that I will be wearing a copy of her dress on my big day. (Sorry mom!) Instead of toasting the happy couple with scones, clotted cream, and a nice cup of tea my mind is on Aunchie’s Bagels and Booze and the rest of this weekends festivities.
Make sure to start your day with a solid, well-balanced meal and plenty of water. The more cautious you are, the longer you’ll be able to party, and the more fun you will have! There’s always a lull in the early evening during May Weekend, and let me suggest these two recipes to soak up the days alcohol. Both can be made ahead, are extremely simple, and completely satisfying.
This Mango—Avocado Salad is one of my favorite summer dishes. It can be served atop grilled chicken, as an appetizer with chips, or by itself for a light, delicious snack. You can make it up to a day ahead of time.
Mango—Avocado Salad, Serves 8
3 large mangos, peeled and chopped
3 avocados, peeled and diced
6 tbsp fresh lime juice
6 tbsp minced red onion
1 jalapeno chile, stemmed, seeded, and minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Combine in a large bowl, serve with tortilla chips, and enjoy!
I found this recipe for Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork on my favorite website, HerCampus! It comes from a Rhodes College student in Tennessee. Megan Hauver writes, “This recipe is great for college because it’s quick and easy to prepare, and takes a long time to cook. You can make the barbecue sauce in under 20 minutes, and then as you let the pork cook for 2+ hours.” I can’t wait to pop this in the oven, go back out to the York Hill volleyball courts, and be able to return to the delicious aroma! Be careful about telling all your friends, because I’m sure everyone is going to want some!
Ingredients
4-5 pounds pork loin- you can substitute for a less expensive cut of pork or short ribs
2 tablespoons shortening
1.5-2 cups Dr. Pepper
1 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
10 burger buns
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and place a large saucepan on high heat.
- Place the pork in a large casserole dish.
- In the warmed saucepan, combine the Dr. Pepper, ketchup, salt, pepper, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic; bring to a boil.
- While that is coming to a boil, spread the shortening over the pork and rub some of the left over spices (if there are any left) you just added to the sauce over the pork.
- Once the sauce is at a boil, take it off the heat and pour it over the pork.
- Cook for 2 hours, or until tender.
- Pull the pork apart with tongs or a fork, put on the burger buns, and ENJOY!
http://www.hercampus.com/school/rhodes/culinary-chronicles-pulled-pork-a…