Only one weekend left until we send our kids off to school. I have to admit I'm looking forward to it, not because I don't want them around, but because I think they'll be happy to have some routine that involves other kids, other activities, someone – anyone – other than me. … [Read more...] about The Monday Menu: August 31, 2009
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Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin in a Windbreaker
You've probably read my other posts about beef tenderloin or filet mignon cuts, and as I've explained before, this is something that we would buy only on special occasions because of its higher price. But not only are full tenderloins cheaper per pound than it's trimmed and cut … [Read more...] about Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin in a Windbreaker
Chicken Piccata: Chicken Fingers for Grown-Ups
That, up there, is flat-leaf parsley, growing in a pot. And down below here? Those are all things that I had sitting around the house. No joke. If I had shopped for this meal, I would have picked up a better wine. As it happened, we don't often drink white wine (we drink … [Read more...] about Chicken Piccata: Chicken Fingers for Grown-Ups
The Monday Menu: August 24, 2009
We visited the farmer's market today. I have a special place in my heart for the farmer's market. I could wander and people watch for hours if I was allowed to. As it is, I walk quickly and deliberately to my favorite vendors, stopping to browse at very few because Ole is … [Read more...] about The Monday Menu: August 24, 2009
Green Does My Garden Grow: Preparing for Next Year
When I considered what I would plant in my garden in the spring after Ole had finished placing each and every rock around the bed, I really just picked things that I liked. I didn't do much planning or thoughtful introspection. I knew I wanted a kitchen garden, a potager, and … [Read more...] about Green Does My Garden Grow: Preparing for Next Year
