Last-Minute Bridal Show Prep: Mandarin Pasta Salad & Strawberry Spinach Salad

[chef_leeanne]

I'm leaving to do a Bride Show in a couple hours. I'm making the Mandarin Pasta Salad, using the large SA bowl. Here is my problem, I'm also making the Strawberry Spinach Salad. I don't have another serving bowl! Could I use the large stainless steel bowl?, or will the stainless steel do funky things to the strawberries or the dressing, because it has white wine vinegar?

I can't believe I'm down to the wire and just now thought of this!!!

TIA

Lee Anne

 

[pamperedbecky]

If it's served out of there pretty quickly, it should be ok. We did that at a cluster meeting for one of the salads and it looked ok as long as it didn't sit in there too long. Use the stainless steel bowl for whichever one is served 2nd so it doesn't have to sit in there as long. Good luck!

 

[whiteyteresa]

You could also use your large colander bowl with lid

It is white also

 

[chef_leeanne]

Thanks girls - I used the SS bowl and all was fine! Heck, it was gone in minutes!!

whiteyteresa-- I thought about the large colander bowl but in my mind, thought it might be hard to "stir" everything up. But thanks for giving me that option!

Thanks again!

Lee Anne

 

[Staci]

Hi Lee Anne, congratulations on your upcoming Bride Show! That's so exciting. As for your dilemma, I totally understand the last minute stress and planning. In a pinch, you can definitely use the large stainless steel bowl for your Strawberry Spinach Salad. The stainless steel material will not affect the strawberries or dressing in any way. Just make sure to thoroughly clean and dry the bowl before using it. Another option is to use a large glass mixing bowl or even a clean, large plastic container. The important thing is to have enough space to mix and serve your salad. Good luck at the show and I hope everything goes smoothly! Happy cooking!