A strong appetite, average palate, and weak writing, mixed with outdoor adventure.

A strong appetite, average palate, and weak writing, mixed with outdoor adventure.

Sunday, December 4, 2011

5K Run and Food, a Sunday

Tracy ran a 5K today. Cheering her across the finish line and then getting brunch was a genius idea. This plan was conceived in October though, before anyone knew that the start time temperature would be 19* and the course splattered with intermittent snow and ice from two snowstorms over the last five days.

Still, it is easier to bundle up and stay warm versus running 3.1 miles in the cold. Thus, Lori and I took our places amongst the fans, free coffee in hand, chatted, cheered and laughed at the antics of a clumsy puppy.

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Making it look easy

To remedy a chilly start to the day I roasted root vegetables, made a risotto and cooked pasta over the course of 3 hours. Windows were (still are) steamed and I ended up shirtless as the temperature and humidity were in the 80’s, but I have food for the week.

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Parsnips, with a bitter edge to them, are a new favorite

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The finished product

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Chanterelles, on sale for $10/pound, which normally sell for $50/pound!

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Butter dancing across a hot skillet

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Creamy rice, chanterelles and parmesan cheese. Few ingredients and a rich flavor.

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