Monday, June 24, 2019

Bear Paw Claws, Asparagus Season,

I'm impressed. On Saturday I ordered some sealing rings and some bear paw claws for my Instant Pot from Amazon.ca, they were just delivered at about 9:30 a.m., on a Sunday? I don't think I have ever received a Sunday delivery of anything before. What are bear paw claws you ask, they are for shredding meat. I saw them being used on SixSistersStuff and thought I would like some. You can use them for both shredding meat or just handling meat. Useful little gadgets. One of the new sealing rings is blue so I will save it for desserts, if I ever get round to making any.

On Saturday I changed my mind and grilled/broiled the lamb chops but I braised some leeks in the Instant Pot. They turned out very well.

Monday I have to go to the asparagus farm and then the following Monday will be my last asparagus purchase for the year. Seems to have gone by so fast this year.

Been a pretty quiet day today - I had a long nap in the afternoon and we had leftovers for supper. I had forgotten it was the dish I made with Italian Sausages and Peppers. It was very good. Now I have to get more sausages though.

Tuscan Roast Asparagus

Asparagus and tomatoes seasoned with salt and pepper and roasted to perfection with a topping of
melted parmesan cheese.

1 1/2 lbs asparagus, trimmed
1 Tbs oil
1 Tbs lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tsp oregano (or Italian seasoning)
1 large tomato, sliced thinly
1/2 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated

1. Toss the asparagus and tomatoes in the oil, lemon juice and zest, salt and pepper, place the asparagus on a baking sheet in a single layer with the slices of tomato on top, sprinkle on the parmesan and roast in a preheated 400F/200C oven until they start to caramelize, about 15-20 minutes, mixing half way through.

Servings: 4

Author: Kevin Lynch
Source: Closet Cooking

Option: Drizzle with balsamic vinegar or toss in balsamic vinaigrette.

Have a great day
 
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12 comments:

  1. Hilary Melton-ButcherJune 24, 2019 at 2:43 AM

    Hi Jo - glad things seem to be easier ... love this recipe for asparagus - ours is nearly done too. Take care - cheers Hilary

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    1. JoJune 24, 2019 at 9:11 AM

      Yes, not a doctor's appointment all week Hilary, unheard of lately. Going for lunch at Red Lobster tomorrow, hopefully.

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  2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 24, 2019 at 3:07 AM

    You probably needed a nap! I've never heard of the bear claws. I do have a meat masher from Pampered Chef that I love. It's great for mashing up meat as you cook it.

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    1. JoJune 24, 2019 at 9:12 AM

      I did Liz. Now, I've never heard of a meat masher.

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  3. DeniseJune 24, 2019 at 6:50 AM

    Sunday deliveries. Get them from Amazon if I order on a Friday. Was looking at my old pressure cooker in the cabinet and think it is time to get rid of it. Doubt I will ever use it again.

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    1. JoJune 24, 2019 at 9:13 AM

      I didn't know that before Denise. Never used the original pressure cooker, but as you know, I love the Instant Pot.

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  4. Alex J. CavanaughJune 24, 2019 at 7:22 AM

    We get Sunday deliveries here. Anytime we pass a postal truck on a Sunday, we know they are out delivering Amazon packages.

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    1. JoJune 24, 2019 at 9:15 AM

      Doesn't seem to be the post office Alex, it's a delivery company that bring it. They email you that they are coming and then email that they've been with a copy of your electronic signature.

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  5. L. Diane WolfeJune 24, 2019 at 11:24 AM

    The bear claws look handy although the only meat in this house is chicken.

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    1. JoJune 24, 2019 at 1:07 PM

      I needed them for shredding chicken the other day Diane. Something I cooked in the Instant Pot. Chicken Thighs but not sure what the recipe was, gotta check it out.

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  6. BirgitJune 25, 2019 at 11:25 PM

    Those bear claws look like something for your hair:). Enjoy the last of the asparagus

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    1. JoJune 26, 2019 at 7:04 PM

      LOL Birgit. I will although both you and ladydog feel the same about it.

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