Recipe Postcards For Realtors

As a real estate agent, it’s important to keep in touch with your clients even after the sale is complete. One way to do this is by sending recipe postcards. Not only will your clients appreciate the thoughtful gesture, but it can also help you stay top of mind for future referrals. In this article, we’ll provide you with some delicious recipes to include on your postcards.

• Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
• Pesto Pasta Salad
• Slow Cooker Beef Stew
• Baked Salmon with Lemon and Dill
• Vegetable Stir Fry

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup of croutons
• 1/3 cup of Caesar dressing
• 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Season chicken with salt and pepper and grill for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
3. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
4. In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, croutons, and sliced chicken.
5. Add Caesar dressing and grated Parmesan cheese, and toss to combine.
6. Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.

FAQ:

• Can I use a different type of lettuce? Yes, feel free to use any type of lettuce you prefer.
• Do I have to grill the chicken? No, you can also bake or sauté the chicken if you prefer.
• Can I make the salad ahead of time? Yes, but wait to add the dressing and croutons until just before serving.
• Is Caesar dressing high in calories? Yes, it can be. Try using a light or low-fat version if you’re watching your calorie intake.
• Can I add other toppings? Of course! Try adding avocado, bacon, or hard-boiled eggs for extra flavor.

Tips:

If you’re short on time, you can use a store-bought rotisserie chicken instead of grilling your own. You can also make your own croutons by tossing cubed bread with olive oil and seasoning, then baking in the oven until crispy.

Pesto Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of rotini pasta
• 1/2 cup of pesto
• 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup of sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup of diced red onion
• 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, pesto, cherry tomatoes, black olives, and red onion.
3. Add grated Parmesan cheese and toss to combine.
4. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.

FAQ:

• Can I use a different type of pasta? Yes, any type of pasta will work for this recipe.
• Can I use store-bought pesto? Yes, but homemade pesto will give you the best flavor.
• Can I add other vegetables? Absolutely! Try adding roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, or sun-dried tomatoes.
• Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, but wait to add the Parmesan cheese until just before serving.
• Is this recipe vegetarian? Yes, it is vegetarian-friendly.

Tips:

If you’re making this recipe for a large crowd, double or triple the ingredients to feed more people. You can also add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds of beef stew meat
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 cups of beef broth
• 1 can of diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Transfer meat to a slow cooker and add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic.
4. Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, dried thyme, and bay leaf.
5. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
6. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or high for 4 hours.
7. Remove bay leaf before serving.