To measure the goodness of life

To measure the goodness of life by its delights and pleasures and safety is to apply a false standard. The abundant life does not consist of a glut of luxury. It does not make itself content with commercially produced pleasure, the nightclub idea of what is a good time, mistaking it for joy and happiness. On the contrary, obedience to law, respect for others, mastery of self, joy in service--these constitute the abundant life.
Thomas S. Monson, "In Quest of the Abundant Life", Ensign, Mar. 1988, 2

Sunday, July 31, 2011

Too.hot.to.cook


eh.
SOLUTION! The Kitchn (not misspelled)
Heat dome, heat wave, heat attack — we don't care what you call it — it is just way too hot! Has cooking become a challenge for you? An effort? We'd like to help. Yes, the heat has wrapped its sticky fingers around us, but food can be a relief as well as a chore in the heat. Here are 22 recipes that all offer nourishment and deliciousness, and that will cool you down, too.

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some of our own:
Avocado Sandwich
1 pita
1/2 avocado, sliced
1/2 tomato, sliced
1/2 cup spinach, rinsed and whole
1 Tb Ranch dressing

Cut the pita open, spread with Ranch, and stuff with avocado, tomato and spinach.


Panini Rosa

Salsa Rosa
2 tb mayo
2 tb tomato paste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
salt and pepper to taste
whisk together and store covered, refrigerated, 3 weeks

Panini
2 slices of thick artisan or whole wheat bread, spread with Salsa Rosa
1 slice of mozzarella
1 slice of deli ham
1 paper thin slice of raw onion
1 Tb bacon, chopped

Dip outer sandwich sides in olive oil and press (panini, or stove grill) until golden brown, approx. 3 min. Great with green leaf salads, chips, or cold soup.

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