February

Well.  I have been a blogging slacker lately.  Just not feeling very motivated, I guess.  But it's a new month and I have lots of things to share.  So!  Let the blogging begin!

First, I need to update you on my Gutsy Cooking.

I made the Spicy Shrimp Gratin and Key Lime Pie scheduled for week 17.  While the Gratin was in the oven I got the call that my Grandpa had passed away.  So I cried when my Shrimp Gratin was super soupy.  But Jim was very understanding and told me that it would make a great soup.  What a nice husband.  Sometime I'll tell you about my grandpa, he was a great guy.  He also appreciated a great meal (see how I transitioned there)

I think I would make the shrimp again, but it was really soupy.  I'm not sure how it's supposed to be, but I don't think I succeeded.  It tasted good, though.  The Key Lime Pie was super lime-y.  It was really easy to make, but I think I would tweak the amount of lime in it. 

I forgot to take pictures so you'll have to use your imagination on that one.

I missed week 18, because we were home for the funeral.

Week 19 was Lamb Kebabs and Sticky Lemon Cake.
The Lemon cake called for almond meal, which I could NOT find.  Ugh!  I was frustated because I LOVE lemon cake.  Last week I found some at Whole Foods for $13!  Yikes!  I guess the Lemon cake is not in my future.  But I made the Lamb Kebabs with beef.   Yum!  My kids loved the meat on a stick.  I don't know why I don't serve it more often.

 The tomato dressing on top was ok.  It was kinda flat, which I think was due to the bland store bought winter tomatoes.  So it made me really look forward to summer when I can use fresh homegrown tomatoes.  But I will make it again and cover meat with it.  mmmmmmmmmm

Week 20 Scallop and Pesto Crostini and Mediterranean Lasagna.
I didn't make the Crostini, I'm not a fan of scallops.  I did make the Lasagna.  YUM-O-LICIOUS!  It was full of veggies.

The only thing about the recipe that I didn't like, was the way it said to slice the eggplant.  The pieces were too big and weird.  Next time I'll cut everything the same size.  But other than that, a real winner in my book!

Now, I've missed weeks 21 & 22, but this week is Homemade English muffins and Eggs Benedict!  OH BOY!  Stay tuned for that.  I remember early on in the gutsy cooking, I attempted my first Holindaise sauce and it turned out so super delicious.  I made some last night and it didn't work so well.  I'm hoping I'm back on my 'A' game when I make these eggs!
Just in case you're interested, here's the link for the Gutsy Cooks.  See you next week!