Potluck with Friends

This weekend was probably one of the worst to have a potluck, for me at least. I had my wisdom teeth taken out Thursday and spent the weekend sleepy, puffy, and sipping soup. That being said, I would never miss a date when this crew gets together and cooks. So, I nibbled my way through most of the dishes, appreciating the mouth-friendly orzo, chocolate mousse, and melt-in-your-mouth tuna the most. Everything was delicious though. Thanks to everyone for coming! It was so much fun. Next time, we’ll do a better job of snapping everyone’s picture, but it’s so hard when it’s time to eat!

Nick & Caitlin – Organic sweet potato orzo with pecans and parmesan; local pan-sauteed okra with lemon (pictured top left)

Michael – Golden brown chorizo empanadas (black bean version on hand for the vegetarians) (pictured top right)

Brian – Pasta shells stuffed with creamy ricotta and parmesan chessse, choped parsley, spinach, and sweet Italian sausage. Cooked in a spicy arrabbiata sauce (sausage-free version for the vegetarians!)

Andrea – Chocolate-topped toffee bars (which surprisingly did not contain toffee)

Mark & Kendall – Chocolate pudding with a crispy, nutty crust, topped with whipped cream

Michelle & Jen – Chocolate mousse

Jen – Spicy tandoori chicken with a tomato. onion, and Serrano jam, topped with creamy herbed yogurt, served atop pita bread (pictured bottom left)

Matt – Seared tuna slices with a mixed citrus, bell pepper, and red onion salsa, drizzled with a red wine vinaigrette (pictured bottom right)

Tags: choclate pudding, chocolate mousse, citrus salsa, empanada, friends, okra, orzo, potluck, seared tuna, tandoori chicken