When Jamie craves salad (believe it or not, he does!), this is what he’s after: something you can chow down on. Hearty, crunchy romaine is perfect for that. We also love it with Mama’s Tasty Baked Beans and Sausage Soup (page 126) and Sautéed Ravioli with Cheese and Bread Crumbs (page 166).
Recipe information
Yield
serves 4
Ingredients
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
Pinch of dried oregano
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
6 cups chopped romaine lettuce hearts (about 2 hearts)
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
Preparation
Step 1
To make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, bell pepper, and tomatoes. Add the dressing and toss to combine.
[The Deen Bros. Take It Easy](http://astore.amazon.com/epistore-20/detail/0345513266) by Jamie Deen, Bobby Deen, and Melissa Clark. Copyright © 2009 Jamie Deen, Bobby Deen, and Melissa Clark. Published by Random House Publishing Group. All Rights Reserved.
Jamie and Bobby Deen grew up in Georgia—first in Albany and then in Savannah—and, like many Southerners, they have always considered cooking and food a big part of their lives. When their mother, Paula Deen, started a sandwich delivery business in 1989, the boys took charge of deliveries. As the business grew into The Lady restaurant, they continued to help. Then, in 1996, the trio opened The Lady & Sons Restaurant to resounding success. They haven't looked back since. They regularly appear on ABC's Good Morning America and had their own Food Network show, Road Tasted.
Melissa Clark has written for The New York Times, Food & Wine, Travel & Leisure, and Real Simple and has collaborated on twenty-one books.
