*Salads, technically, as there seem to be multiple versions tagged the "classic."
Having foolishly committed myself to completing every recipe in this Neiman Marcus cookbook in a gesture of New Year's ambition, I decided to focus first on those considered to be the "favorite" Neiman Marcus dishes.
This completely updated edition of the classic Neiman Marcus cookbook brings together recipes for all of its timeless favorites--from the Popovers with Strawberry Butter and the Chicken Salad to the famous Chocolate Chip Cookies.
It should be noted that I don't necessarily consider them my "favorite", "signature," "classic," Neiman Marcus etc. because I have never eaten a meal at Neiman Marcus. The cookbook was a lovely gift from a co-worker and the majority of the recipes not only personally appealed to me on based on their composition and taste but also on the relatively low difficulty level required. No soufflés!
Apparently, however, many, many people have fond memories of eating chicken salad at Neiman Marcus over the decades, and perhaps for that reason, there are actual multiple "official" Neiman Marcus chicken salads. The recipes after the jump:
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