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Welcome to the Salads section—though let’s be real, you’re not going to find a lot of kale here. This is where the retro magic lives! Think layers of bacon and peas, marshmallows floating in Cool Whip, and Jello that jiggles with pride. These are the glorious, no-apology “salads” we all grew up with—the stars of every church potluck, family reunion, and 4th of July picnic. Whether it’s a sweet and creamy fruit fluff or a good old-fashioned 7-layer salad with a mayo crown, these dishes bring all the nostalgic vibes (and maybe a tiny sugar rush). Dig in, y’all—this is salad, 1980s-style!

When I was young, my Grandma made the most amazing “salad” to bring to a summer BBQ or church potluck… marshmallow fluff mixed fruit salad! This updated version is a little bougier and a little healthier with the addition of some real fruit, but still not what I would call a salad… hahaha! Best of …

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