My second attempt at homemade sourdough turned out better, flavorwise, than the first one I made with my starter. The bread rose more, which was good, but still had a very stiff crust. Still working on perfecting this one. I’m trying out the Berkley Sourdough recipe found here. I think the [...]

The melon was super ripe and juicy, so it made for a delicious fresh fruit salad.

Bruce invited Alison and some of her friends over for lunch. We had this tasty fruit salad.

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lemon, juiced (i used a lime – was out of lemons…)
3/4 cup olive oil
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 red onion, peeled and chopped
3/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup feta cheese
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
salt and pepper

Serves four.

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly in a fine [...]