Apr 18
Since I was in Chicago, I figured I had to have at least one memorable meal. PFred recommended the Purple Pig, and it was really close to the hotel, so it was a easy decision.
Since pork was the specialty, we enjoyed the following:
Milk braised pork shoulder with smashed potatoes
Pork jowl on asparagus, toast and a …
Jul 10
The abominable tomato man met his maker, along with two other tomatoes and two other zucchinis. These were the results.
Apr 04
We had a late lunch yesterday, but it turned out pretty well! Since we have to go to a later mass, we had all kinds of time to let the beef braise in its wine & mint marinate. Rebecca got it sliced and browned before we had to leave. 3 short hours in the oven, …