Not only is the market air-conditioned,
but it's the time of year when life feels even more bountiful than usual.
The market is an inspiring, and deliciously cool place to be.
Now, at home, I am daydreaming of a break in this heat, of rainy days and fall baking.
Hydrangea stem in a milk glass vase.
Salsa~
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I'll heat the
tomatoes in water, just until their skins break, then toss those (not the water) in a blender with a clove of
garlic.
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I will roast the
Anaheim pepper, 'til it's black, crackling, then wrap it in a damp paper towel until it's cool enough to peel, toss the stem and seeds, the rest goes into the blender.
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I have some
jalapeños... starting with half of one, I will mince it and add it to the tomatoes in the blender, sprinkling in
black pepper and
salt, too.
Puree the whole lot, taste for spiciness... maybe more jalapeño?
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The
cilantro is rinsed, patted dry and roughly chopped, and I'll dice the
white onion, add to a bowl, then pour in the pureed tomatoes and peppers.
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Quantities and ratios are to taste, and aesthetic pleasure.
Chill the salsa.
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Grab some
chips.
A squeeze of
lime juice is always welcome.
Do you have a good playlist going?
It's good to
dance while cooking... while eating is nice, too.
2 comments:
Did I just hear the bag of chips opening? Wish we were there!
Beautiful bounty!
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