I have been in the best little book club the past three years! I love reading and we have come across some really great books, but book club isn't really about the books. It's about making friends, pigging out, sharing stories and dreams, laughing to the point of tears, receiving and giving advice, staying up way to late, venting, and learning about relationships and each other; at book club there is no such thing as TMI! These girls and those nights have changed my life and made it better! In the next few weeks half of them are moving on to residency programs (sniff, sniff, tear) and I just wanted to Blog proclaim my love to them. You girls are FABULOUS, and I will miss you all!
Last night we had a farewell dinner and gorged on pasta so delicious I dreamed about it.
I will have to get the recipes soon. In the mean time, here is the recipe for the Panna Cotta I made.
I forgot how much I loved Panna Cotta when I worked at Sundance. Its like a fool proof custard.
Yummers!
Panna Cotta with Balsamic Strawberries2 tsp Unflavored Gelatin (1 packet)
3 Tbsp Cold Water
2 Cups Heavy Cream
1 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1/2 Cup Sugar
1/2 Tsp Vanilla or 1 -2 Vanilla Beans
1/2 Tsp Vanilla or 1 -2 Vanilla Beans
(I used Tahitian Vanilla Bean I got from a friend- AmAZinG!)
Sprinkle Gelatin over water and let it soften for about ten minutes.
In a sauce pan mix 1 cup cream, sugar and vanilla bean. Bring to a simmer.
In a bowl mix 1 cup cream and yogurt.
Once the cream and sugar are simmering, remove from heat and stir in gelatin until it has dissolved. Add mixture to the yogurt and mix well. Pour into 6 ramekins and chill for at least 6 hours.
For the Strawberries
Slice up 1 lb. Strawberries
Add 3 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
1 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
1/2 tsp. Freshly Ground Pepper-
(Sounds weird, but it was subtle and delightful)
Stir together and let it sit for 30 minutes before serving.
Serve the Panna Cotta in the dish or put the ramekin in hot water for 30 seconds, turn it upside down on a plate and shake it to release it. Top it with Strawberries and enjoy!!
8 comments:
Aww, I am going to miss this so much! I have often thought how great it was that you started this whole thing -- it has been the highlight of my month for a long time. I will miss everyone!
Serioulsy, there will be a void in our lives... What are we going to do?
I think your dessert is my new favorite!!!
Couldn't say it better myself!!! Really, what are we going to do next? I am totally up for a monthly dinner group- since that seemed to be the highlight of most book clubs anyway!
You are a genesis for starting this. I am so grateful. I have never had such a wonderful group of friends before. I loved your dessert last night too. Please keep posting.....I love everything you make!
I am so glad that you have found such a great group of girls. I love good book clubs. Sad that half are leaving you. That will be you guys soon though. Is Kev going to try for a residency there? I need to call you and catch up big time.
that cake looks delicious!
So sad about bookclub. It was definitely my highlight in San Antonio. I love the friends and love the food, I know you may have thought I love the food more, but no, you all win, although the food is following close behind. :)
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