Here's a random Monday post about: mayocoba beans, author interview with Megan Boudreau, and Nightsong-a childrens' book about bats.
Every now and then, my grocery store carries Mayocoba beans. They're similar to a pinto beans, but yellowish. I used this recipe from Rick Bayless, then added torn baby spinach. In the kid version (left) I left out pickled jalapenos. I'll definitely make them again. I don't know if it was the beans or the other ingredients, but the dish had a rich, smoky flavor.
I published an author interview with Megan Boudreau today on my book blog-The Rhinestone Bookmark.
Inspired by the Google doodle on Edward Gorey's birthday, I scanned in a few photos from books. I printed them out to let Violet have some fun coloring pages.
We read a lot. That's a given.
Usually in costumes.
Violet has been on a bat kick lately. Nightsong by Ari Berk is a charming book.
The illustrations are adorable (look at that tummy!), and it's a good way to introduce children to accurate yet poetic information on the tiny mammals.
I'm impressed with how sweet that bat looks.
Rick Bayless always seems a little high when I watch his tv show....
Posted by: Jill James | February 27, 2013 at 01:09 PM
Rick is high on life. I really like his cooking. His frontera grill chipotle salsa is a constant in my pantry. Ps. My Salem girlfriend thinks your girls are adorable.
Posted by: Charlotte | March 03, 2013 at 07:38 PM
Rick...you are an enigma.
Tell your Salem girlfriend that looks are deceiving.
Nah....theyre pretty sweet.
Violet insists she is a sword fighting mouse today.
What the heck, little dear?
Posted by: Laura Irrgang | March 03, 2013 at 07:46 PM