We invited 5 good friends over to Jamie's house and treated them to an entirely homemade dinner. While the dishes were not particularly adventurous, the dinner reminded us that food brings people together. No matter where the dishes come from, they can make people feel special (thanks Dr. Prinkey!) as long as they are healthy, flavorful, and fun to make. So. Find people to cook for, invite them over, and remind them to wear their eating pants. Without further ado, here is the colorful and summer-y collection of foodz we prepared.
Guacamole and blue corn chips
Gazpacho
Mixed salad with tomatoes, avocado, pecans, and raspberry vinagrette
Grilled bell peppers
Grilled chicken
Penne with parmesan
Fruit salad
Korvapuusti
Frosty horchata (thanks Tara!)
Guacamole: Avocados, onion, tomato, lemon juice, salt, pepper
Gazpacho: (see "Dinner with Caroline's Family")
Grilled bell peppers: Cut three bell peppers (we used one yellow, orange, and red) into triangular (and mostly flat) pieces. We made triangles because they're exciting - so don't judge. Douse the triangles with olive oil and place them in a wire grilling basket on the grill. Once the skin begins to blacken and peel, take the peppers off the heat and sprinkle with salt to taste.
Grilled chicken: (see "Dinner with Caroline's Family")
Penne with parmesan: I'm hoping you know how to boil water and cook pasta...but to be honest, I didn't until a week ago so I won't judge you.
Fruit salad: Clementine wedges, rasberries, blueberries, kiwi, strawberries, and a sprinkling of orange juice.
Korvapuusti: (see "Korvapuusti in the Kitchen")
Korvapuusti: (see "Korvapuusti in the Kitchen")
What were we snacking on? tortilla chips and mango salsa
Tune of the Moment: New Shoes by Paolo Nutini
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