Happy Birthday to ME.

For my birthday my fabulous, one-of-a-kind, wonderful mother bought me…..
TADA!

My very own, state-of-the-art, adorable blue, practically perfect, dream-come-true LE CREUSET dutch oven.

“The classic, everyday cocotte is perfect for soups, stews, sauces and other one-pot favorites. Painstakingly sand-cast and finished by hand, timeless enameled cast-iron French oven distributes and retains heat beautifully. Safe for oven, stovetop, refrigerator and dishwasher. Made in France since 1925.”

When the box came from Sur la Table I could hardly contain myself. I was giddy like a school child at recess. An absolutely terrific surprise.

THANKS MOM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Click here to visit the dream world of Sur la Table.
One time I stumbled upon the shop in Soho and I nearly keeled over with glee.

A happy happy birthday for sure!!


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Yummy Pizza

Lauren made these SUPER yummy pizzas for dinner tonight. They tasted so good, and they’re good for you too! She found the recipe in this month’s Women’s Health. Tasty, tasty.

Individual Pizzas with Gruyere, Caramelized Onions, and Apples

Hands-on Time: 10 Minutes
Total Time: 30 Minutes

4 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced
2 medium red apples, halved, cored, and thinly sliced
2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp dried rosemary, crumbled
4 whole-wheat tortillas (8-inch)
2 cups shredded reduced-fat Gruyere cheese (8 oz)
1/4 cup chopped pecans


Directions:

1. Heat oven to 450°F.


2. In a large skillet, warm 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat. Add onions and toss to coat. Add 3/4 cup water, bring to a boil, and cook 5 minutes longer.


3. Add apple slices and cook until apples are crisp-tender, onions are golden, and liquid has evaporated, 7 to 10 minutes.


4. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, mash beans with remaining 2 teaspoons oil, lemon juice, salt, rosemary, and 3 tablespoons water.


5. Place tortillas on 2 large baking sheets. Spread beans evenly over tortillas. Top with the onion-apple mixture, cheese, and pecans.


6. Bake about 5 minutes, until pizzas are piping hot and cheese has melted. Serve hot.

Makes 4 pizzas.

Last night’s dinner.


Last night’s dinner
57% local (from the farmers market)


Pasta Dish
Local Squash
Local Zucchini
Chicken Pork Sausage
Rainbow Rotini
Salad
Local lettuce
Local tomatoes
Homemade salad dressing
Easy. Delicious. Success.