southern layered cornbread salad

Name: Southern Layered Cornbread Salad
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 4 h
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 box(es) jiffy corn bread mix, made according to package directions, in 8" square pan; crumbled; 12 ounce(s) peppercorn ranch salad dressing; 1/3 cup(s) grated parmesan cheese; 1/3 cup(s) buttermilk; 1/2 cup(s) mayonnaise; 1 head large romaine, rough chopped; 2-1/2 cup(s) smoked turkey, cubed (optional; if i use i buy from the deli); 1 large yellow bell pepper, diced; 1 large red or orange bell pepper, diced; 1 medium red onion, diced; 2 large tomatoes, seeded and diced; 3 stalks large celery, diced; 2 cup(s) shredded swiss cheese (8 ounces); 1 pound(s) bacon, diced and cooked, drained well; 2 - green onions, diced (garnish)

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Diana Perry

Martinez, GA

Updated on May 28, 2014

When we were showing our Scottish Terriers our group would gather after our turns in the ring to have a potluck, right there in the grooming area. This salad was one of the most popular dishes, and was requested often!! It involves a bit of prep work, but if you are pushed for time you can buy pre-chopped peppers, celery, and red onions at many grocery stores. It does need to refrigerate at least 4 hours, but overnight is best.

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I had to borrow this picture online since I haven't yet taken a picture of my salad...but this is the general look! Isn't it pretty in the trifle bowl!

prep time 1 Hr

cook time 4 Hr

method Refrigerate/Freeze

yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 box jiffy corn bread mix, made according to package directions, in 8" square pan; crumbled
12 ounces peppercorn ranch salad dressing
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 head large romaine, rough chopped
2-1/2 cup smoked turkey, cubed (optional; if i use i buy from the deli)
1 large yellow bell pepper, diced
1 large red or orange bell pepper, diced
1 medium red onion, diced
2 large tomatoes, seeded and diced
3 stalks large celery, diced
2 cups shredded swiss cheese (8 ounces)
1 pound bacon, diced and cooked, drained well
2 - green onions, diced (garnish)

How To Make southern layered cornbread salad

Step 1

This salad needs a very large bowl. If you have a glass bowl it will make a very pretty addition to the table!

Step 2

Mix the salad dressing, mayonnaise, buttermilk, and parmesan. Blend well. (If you cannot find Peppercorn Ranch you can use traditional ranch and add about 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to your taste)
Step 3

Start the layers with 1/3 of the cornbread; add 1/2 of all the other ingredients, (except the green onion) in this order: romaine; turkey; yellow pepper; orange pepper, onion, tomato; celery; cheese; bacon; 1/3 of the dressing mixture.
Step 4

Repeat layers, ending with cornbread, and the final 1/3 of the dressing mixture.
Step 5

Cover tightly; refrigerate at least 4 hours, or over night. Prior to serving, add more buttermilk if the top appears too dry; garnish with the green onion.
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