Happy Monday

from Daniel Larkin
to jamey w. bennett

Happy Monday. Eat or drink anything interesting over the weekend?

from Jamey W. Bennett
to Daniel Larkin

Yes, I sure did!

First off, I went to a Thai restaurant that is literally a few blocks from my house. It was incredibly delicious. I wish I had taken a picture of the potstickers I got. This is one of those restaurants that focuses on flavor and presentation above “authenticity.” In this case, I approve.

Second, I bought a case of Leinenkugel wheat beers. I don’t care what any one says, Berry Weiss kicks ass. That stuff should have been in my lunch box as a kid.

Third, I made some Dona Maria Adobo Mole. You basically just get a jar of it, throw it in a skillet and do 4 jars-worth of water or broth. I didn’t have any broth, so I used water. But then I mixed it in with some ground beef…and it was a little bland, so I sprinkled Goya’s Adobo seasoning on top. Bam! It instantly became fantastic taco beef. File this under super easy cooking.

Next week, I’ll be able to report to you on my Mugshots Local Food Club box. $30 for 4 lbs-ish of local fruit and veggies, a pound of ground turkey, a dozen eggs, 1/2 gallon of milk, 1/2 lb. of cheese, and a loaf of sliced multi-grain bread. All local, all organic, no cages, no hormones, etc. I added 2 lbs. of heirloom tomatoes to the mix for $7. I can’t wait to see what’s in the box…and then to figure out what the heck to do with it.