The Wisdom of the Chinese

It was pay day yesterday, so we splurged and ate dinner at Pei Wei, which we love.  Ben and I always share the Honey-seared Chicken and the Lettuce Wraps.  We order Chicken Lo Mein for the munchkins.  The kids each got a fortune cookie and Keller's made me laugh out loud.  

Tae:   Investigate new possibilities with friends.  Now is the time!

Canon:   That special someone loves to see the light in your eyes.

Kel:   You have a charming way with words and should write a book.  (I can't agree more.  With words of wisdom like "No want it!" and "Okidokee," his book would be a hit.)

Mine was great, as well:   You'll have more to give if you take some time for yourself.  Profound insight from a cookie; don't you think?

It's called Kouing Aman

Crrrraving this delicous pastry from my favorite downtown bakery.  It's called the Kouing Aman (pronounce keen, I believe) and it is a "a flakey Breton pastry that is a study in opposites: sweet and salty, gooey and crunchy."  Les Madeleines is divine, but alas, they are not open on Mondays.  You really should give this unique dessert a try; you'll be hooked!  Come on Tuesday!!!

I am seriously considering eating this picture....

Happy Valentine's Day

Tuscan Tomato Soup

Yum Yum Yum.  Saw this recipe made on Good Things Utah one day.  Give it a try.


(From the Chef’s Table Restaurant)

Ingredients:

3 Tbs. Olive Oil

2 Lg Onions, small dice

5 Cups Tomatoes, diced and seeded

2 Cups Chicken Stock

1.5 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream

1 Cup Basil Pesto

TT Salt and Pepper

Method:

Heat Oil in a medium large soup pot.

Add onions and cook over moderately low heat until completely translucent.

Add Tomatoes and allow to warm to a simmer.

Add Chicken stock.

Bring to a simmer and allow to simmer for 15 minutes to allow for an interchange of flavors.

Add Pesto.

Blend to desired consistency in a food processor or blender.

Add Whipping Cream.

Salt and Pepper to taste.

Real Simple Recipe

Check out this Super Yummy Pizza Recipe that we had for dinner tonight.  We make it with our own homemade pizza dough; de-lish.