Posts for July, 2010

July 21, 2010

Mushroom Pesto Pasta with Goat Cheese

Every weekend at the Farmer’s Market, I always come home with a bag of Shitake mushrooms.  They end up as dinner in some way, whether it be grilled pizza, mushroom soup or in pasta for an quick option.  Ingredients: (Serves 4)1 lb Shitake Mushrooms 1 large Shallot- chopped3 cloves garlicTruffle SaltOlive Oil2 tbs Butter1/4 c [...]

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July 20, 2010

Traveling Art

Once again, Young House Love is inspiring me! This is such a great and inexpensive way to fill a large wall, with minimal committment.  I may need to do this in my living room.  I have filled the large void above my couch by hanging an old window, but I think the room needs more of a [...]

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Finding Shoes a Home…

I am horrible at remembering to take “before” pictures.  The last few projects the light bulb goes off just a little too late as things get underway.  So, this “before” picture is really after I moved a bunch of gear out and some of the shelves were removed, but I can paint you the scene… Previously, you would [...]

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July 19, 2010

Homemade Salad Dressing

Along with the plethora of wine we brought home from Sonoma and Mendocino, we acquired a bunch of olive oil, vinegars and mustard.  Here is a quick recipe for Honey Mustard Dressing to serve about 6: 1 small shallot, finely chopped3 tbs Mustard2 tbs Honey2 tbs White Balsamic Vinegar1/4 cup vegetable oil2 tsp lemon juiceS&P to [...]

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