Puma in the jungle 16-January-2007

I’m a puma…

Stalking the prey…

Watch out DKM, the puma is hungry tonight!

REOW!

DKM Bento - Warm potato-tomato salad with Dijon vinaigrette

Potato-Tomato Salad, Red Leaf, Toasted PB&J, Onion Soup

Warm potato-tomato salad with Dijon vinaigrette from Casual Cooking (adapted to what I had in the fridge)

Vinaigrette
3 T. Dijon mustard
2 T. red wine vinegar (I used cabernet vinegar)
½ t. sea salt
½ cup olive oil
Fresh ground black pepper

2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, skin on, cut into 1 inch pieces (I used fingerling potatoes, ‘cause that what’s in the fridge)
2 cups diced tomatoes, skin on, including seed and juice
½ cup finely minced red onion
2 t. finely minced fresh tarragon (who am I to question Mr. Michael… but I left mine chiffonade and used 2 T. )

Make the vinaigrette: in a bowl, whisk together mustard, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper – I used an immersion blender so the vinaigrette is emulsified.

Boil potatoes in salted water until done – toss potatoes, tomatoes & tarragon in vinaigrette and serve! I dumped mine on a pile of lovely red leaf lettuce – Delish!

Meme from Laura in NJ 

Two names you go by: Michelle & Auntie Chelle
two parts of your heritage: Spanish & Italian
two things that scare you: Losing my job & WW III
two everyday essentials: Snuggle time with the fluffies & a long, hot shower at night
two things you are wearing right now: Scarf & phone headset
two of your favorite current bands/artists: Gianmaria Testa & Nick Cave
two things you want in a relationship (other than love): Humour and Open Communication
two favorite hobbies: Cooking & crochet
two things you have to do this week: Clean the house & clean the bun cage
two stores you shop at: Crate & Barrel & Trader Joe’s
two favorite sports: Volleyball & Water Polo
two shows you like to watch: Any British Mystery & Lost
two things you’d buy if money were no object: Shelter & food for all in need
two wishes for 2007: Good health & happiness

 Taggin’ - Thumper, ML & Susie