Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Monday, May 30, 2011

Painted a Wall

From a flat pinky beige to glossy white.

Spring Morning

Wandering Jew


This one is summering on the back deck.

Cucumbers in a Pot


I don't know if they'll make it, but it's an experiment.

Friday, May 27, 2011

Chicken Turnip Portabella Stew

6 chicken legs or other chicken pieces
5-6 small turnips, quartered
Large Vidalia or red onion, quartered
Portabella mushroom, quartered (optional)
Olive oil
4 cups broth or water
Sunflower seeds (optional)
Balsamic Vinegar
Rosemary
Parsley
Salt
Pepper

Brown the chicken legs in olive oil in a large Dutch oven so both sides are browned, about 5 minutes per side. Add turnips, onion, mushroom, 4 cups broth or water, sunflower seeds, and 1 tablespoon or two of vinegar. Season to taste with rosemary, parsley, salt and pepper. Cook, covered, 20 minutes until turnips are tender. Serves 2-3.