Hot Stir-Fry

Really, it’s too hot to cook.  But chicken in the fridge was demanding to be used, and though I love to crank up the BBQ, I wasn’t in the mood. And perhaps I’ve been grilling too much lately.  

 So instead I cranked the air-conditioner up, and opened the refrigerator door to see what was lurking inside.  Surprisingly, lots of good stuff.  A couple of chicken breasts and thighs that were boned, and cut into strips. Pea pods, red and green onion, cauliflower, crimini mushrooms, yellow and orange peppers and baby bok-choy. Lots of fresh ginger and garlic and a squeeze or two of lemon juice. From the pantry: toasted sesame oil, tamari, sweet chili sauce, brown sugar and some corn starch.  I think there should have only been one squeeze of lemon juice rather than two – but overall, very tasty.

Served with some sushi/sticky rice, lightly salted.

It’s hot and I’m tired.  But a good dinner overall.

The Book Fairy Arrived

Very happy – the books I ordered last week just arrived.  No time to read now though.  However, a little road trip this weekend will hopefully give me the opportunity to get into one of them.  The question is – Which book do I start with?

Since placing my order last week, I’ve come up with a list of many more books I’d like to read – including at least one by Ruth Reichl.  So little time, so much to read.