A disclaimer - this post actually has nothing to do with the topics explored in the title musical. I just thought it was fitting since I am reviving my blog after a four month winter hiatus. Perhaps you will stay for a bit and enjoy anyway, dear reader? :-)
It's hard to believe winter ended not so long ago, and what a long winter that was. Now that spring has firmly put its foot down, those frigid and snowy days seem ages away. Just a couple of weeks ago I was wrapped up in my coat and muffled in my pashmina. Today a simple T-shirt and cropped jeans sufficed for a breezy evening jaunt through campus (Thai food and Palestinian rap, anyone?).
I was still hungry when I got back (I am often hungry :), and craved something light and flavorful. I had just picked up Romaine hearts, fresh mozzarella, and beets, thinking I would braise the lettuce, make Insalata Caprese, and just eat the beets straight up (I adore beets). Not all at the same time, it was getting late (though wouldn't that be an adventure?)... but what if I made a quick salad with the three ingredients?
Crisp and juicy lettuce, tender cheese, and the mild sweetness of the beets. All I needed was a tangy and full bodied dressing to tie it all together.
One clove of chopped garlic, a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, a dollop of honey, a dab of Maille whole-grain mustard, and a dash of fruity balsamic vinegar later, I had the perfect dressing for my lettuce. The beets made a centerpiece on top of the dressed lettuce, the mozzarella was tucked to the sides so I can savor with or without salad as I please, and shaved Parmigiano Reggiano added salty and sharp accents.
Simple and refreshing. My first salad since the days became warmer. It hit all the spots, a perfect end to the day.
In the hopes of keeping my blog going though, a question for you - what kinds of food do you crave when it's shorts-and-T shirt weather?
Wishing you all a good night and plenty of sunshine~
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