I have a love for matzoh that could only exist in someone not born Jewish. When I tried matzoh in the form of soup a few years ago at the first holiday I spent with D's family I was absolutely sold. I've gone to Chompie's in AZ just for a taste of matzoh. I even occasionally buy matzoh to use as crackers. Yes, I'm a little nuts.
Despite this, I'd never made matzoh anything before I made this soup. I'm a little intimidated by matzoh. Its so simple... just flour and water... that its almost a little scary. How in the world does something so plain turn into something so delicious? Besides, you always hear that matzoh balls are a tough thing to get right. They must be not too big but not too small, not too solid but not too fluffy, not too bland but not over seasoned. No pressure. Right?
I found a recipe that looked pretty straightforward and I went for it. And you know what? It didn't turn out half freakin bad. Its not Chompies by any means, but it was more than edible and I went back for seconds. Without further adieu...
Matzoh Ball Soup
4 eggs
1/2 cup cold water
1 cup Matzoh meal
1/3 cup oil or melted shortening
1 tsp salt
dash pepper
Beat eggs. Add water, melted shortening, salt and pepper. Mix well.
Add matzoh meal and stir thoroughly. Let stand for 20 minutes.
Form into balls and drop into soup or into 1 1/2 quarts of boiling water. Cook 20 minutes.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Friday, April 24, 2009
Le Sigh
Not too long ago I made a big decision.
More recently I made another decision. One that reversed the first one.
I left New York for a good reason.
After almost 2 years of togetherness I had serious doubts.
Doubts about the past, about the present
But mostly doubts about the future.
Marriage? Kids? Forever-and-ever?
A lot of these doubts came about because of the stupidest little things.
Like, he didn't tell me EVERY DAY.
Or ever, really.
But the last few months I've learned a lot about forever-and-ever.
Its not about hearing the right things, or saying them.
Its about having someone who really knows you. And loves you.
Like tonight we went out to dinner with a group.
I was running late and told D to order for me.
He took one look at the menu and said "she'll have the chicken"
The rest of the group decided to wait to order til I arrived.
I took one look at the menu and said "I'll have the chicken"
The rest of the group laughed.
(By the way, if you are ever in LA, have dinner at the Lobster. Hello sunset.)
Forever-and-ever is also about being nice.
Too nice. Over the top nice. Gross nice.
Like on Wednesday I mentioned we were out of raisins.
On Thursday D showed up after work with raisins. Costco sized bag.
Then when we went to work out his iPod battery died
So I gave him mine and went without.
4 miles without music? That's love, people.
Le sign...
More recently I made another decision. One that reversed the first one.
I left New York for a good reason.
After almost 2 years of togetherness I had serious doubts.
Doubts about the past, about the present
But mostly doubts about the future.
Marriage? Kids? Forever-and-ever?
A lot of these doubts came about because of the stupidest little things.
Like, he didn't tell me EVERY DAY.
Or ever, really.
But the last few months I've learned a lot about forever-and-ever.
Its not about hearing the right things, or saying them.
Its about having someone who really knows you. And loves you.
Like tonight we went out to dinner with a group.
I was running late and told D to order for me.
He took one look at the menu and said "she'll have the chicken"
The rest of the group decided to wait to order til I arrived.
I took one look at the menu and said "I'll have the chicken"
The rest of the group laughed.
(By the way, if you are ever in LA, have dinner at the Lobster. Hello sunset.)
Forever-and-ever is also about being nice.
Too nice. Over the top nice. Gross nice.
Like on Wednesday I mentioned we were out of raisins.
On Thursday D showed up after work with raisins. Costco sized bag.
Then when we went to work out his iPod battery died
So I gave him mine and went without.
4 miles without music? That's love, people.
Le sign...
First Seder!
Passover was a while ago now... almost a month! But I still want to share the dinner I put together because I was incredibly proud of myself. I'm not Jewish but D is so I wanted to do something special for him since it was his first Passover away from his family. I was verrrrry happy with how everything came out!
First course... Matzoh Ball Soup!!! It was my first attempt at matzoh anything and while they were pretty oddly shaped, they were quite delish.
The Seder Plate. A little non-traditional, but not so bad :) Salt water, charoset, horseradish, lamb shank, egg, and spring greens.
View of the table. I even bought flowers! Please excuse the rest of the messy apartment. Its temporaryyyyy.
Dinner! I made a brisket with roasted asparagus and lemon rosemary potatoes with a cheesecake for dessert. You should have seen my oven... At one point I had the brisket, lamb bone, cheesecake, asparagus, and potatoes all in there at the same time. It was one busy kitchen appliance!
D thinks I'm crazy... but I'm already excited for next year's Seder!
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Good Newses!
Numbero Uno:
I have a job!!!!!!!!!
I interviewed last week at a dr's office and was offered a job as a MA. Thank freakin' god. Better news: they are going to pay me a buttload to work there, as in, $4 more an hour than my previous highest pay. HOOORAY!!! If I stay here I should be able to pay off 100% of my student loans in the next 9 to 12 months, which will save me a ton on interest - at least 2 years' worth. I'm so so excited.
Numbero Dos:
My plants are growing! I bought some seeds a few weeks ago and planted them and the first sprouts are coming in. Maybe I can do this garden thing after all. I can't wait for these little babies to start producing yummy herbs. As soon as I remember I'll take a picture as photographic evidence.
Numero Tres:
I bought a bike! I really really wanted a bike, so I scoured craigslist for a few weeks and found a winner at $40. Its a blue beach cruiser that needs a little work. Ok, it needs a LOT of work - new kickstand and a new coat of paint at the very least. But I also want to get a basket for the front, new handlebars (and maybe a new seat) and new tires. Gimme a few weeks... I'm excited!
I have a job!!!!!!!!!
I interviewed last week at a dr's office and was offered a job as a MA. Thank freakin' god. Better news: they are going to pay me a buttload to work there, as in, $4 more an hour than my previous highest pay. HOOORAY!!! If I stay here I should be able to pay off 100% of my student loans in the next 9 to 12 months, which will save me a ton on interest - at least 2 years' worth. I'm so so excited.
Numbero Dos:
My plants are growing! I bought some seeds a few weeks ago and planted them and the first sprouts are coming in. Maybe I can do this garden thing after all. I can't wait for these little babies to start producing yummy herbs. As soon as I remember I'll take a picture as photographic evidence.
Numero Tres:
I bought a bike! I really really wanted a bike, so I scoured craigslist for a few weeks and found a winner at $40. Its a blue beach cruiser that needs a little work. Ok, it needs a LOT of work - new kickstand and a new coat of paint at the very least. But I also want to get a basket for the front, new handlebars (and maybe a new seat) and new tires. Gimme a few weeks... I'm excited!
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