Thursday, July 24, 2008

2 words

jerk turkey patties!
yep, it's soo dayum good...i can't even count.
if you haven't been under the bridge (jones fall farmers' market) on sundays you are missing a treat. the curry shack is where it's at! man those patties are something special. and she has a rack of internationa spices that will inspire the cook in all of us.

smoothies....my new favorite, mango-pineapple
i am still not brave enough to try the green wheat grass juice.

food writer yes, anthony braudon...no!

asparagus

story to come...let's just say some times creepy guys can have good recommendations.
here's a way i love to eat asparagus.

Finally found the recipe by listening to some chic on NPR.

Asparagus w/mustard vinegrette
Cut away tough stems
Boil or blanch for 2-4 minutes in salted water
Remove with tongs

Crush a medium clove of garlic to a paste
Add ¼ tsp. kosher sea salt
Stir in 1 TBSP red wine vinegar
Use a fork to blend 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Gently stir in 2-3 TBSP of good olive oil
To create a light emulsion
Fresh ground pepper to taste
Drizzle a table spoon over the asparagus

Tips:
To liven things up…try some:
Chopped green onion; or
Fresh mint; or
Chives

I would recommend all three at the same time. But if you do, let me know how it turns out.