It’s a short week for me, as I wrap up to head away early to attend a wedding plus a centenary celebration for one of my alma maters, before the usual family gathering at the end of the year. Hard to believe that I have almost finished my holiday shopping as a result of the insanely early departure. But also – everywhere was empty and everything was neat, so maybe I’ll remember that for next year.
Thanksgiving was somehow more stressful than usual, while also being a lot of fun (and a first for me to spend at home in nyc). I have minimal actual leftovers but plenty of assorted leftover ingredients, so I’ll be thinking about ways to use them up or freeze them before I leave.
So far:
– Pan-roasted chicken thighs + leftover mushroom leek bread pudding + mashed potatoes+ fasulye / Turkish stewed green beans
– Leftover roast lamb sandwiches
– Leftover lamb plov
Ideas for the next few days::
– Chicken thigh Rendang or Korean Chicken Stew ( dakbokkeumtang / dakdoritang) + something green + rice
– Thai pork jowl with jaew / dipping sauce + greens + quinoa/rice
– Fish pie or stew + salad
– Meatballs with pasta in vodka sauce + something green
– Something soupy
I might bake a bit before travel.
Wish you all a gentle start to December, and a peaceful rest of the year.
