Clearly, I used to LOVE to cook!! This looks like an old post from our Teasdale days that never got published. ENJOY

I don't get to cook as much in the summertime since I am a seasonal employee. However, I did opt for a Bountiful Basket this week and I've been hotfooting it around the kitchen so I don't let anything go to waste. On this particular afternoon, I made this:




Thai-basil, turkey meatballs
1 pound ground turkey
basil
1/4 c siracha chili sauce
3 tbs soy sauce
scallions
ginger
2 small eggs
1 c bread crumbs

 I used an old loaf of fresh baked white bread. I cut about 6 slices into cubes and toasted them in the over for about 20 minutes before transferring them into the processor.

In a large bowl, mix all of the ingredients together. Roll into balls, transfer to a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for about 20-30 minutes.

Arugula pesto
1 bunch arugula
toasted almonds
garlic
parmesean cheese
olive oil

Mix all ingredients in a food processor and voila!

I also made greek yogurt and lemon dip, roasted red-pepper hummus,  peach gazpacho and lentil soup. It's been fun and reminds me how much I love being in the kitchen. It totally rejuvenates me and allows me to be creative and express myself. Thus, feeling a little lighter and not so tense today. I am thankful for the bounty I received this week and look forward to doing it again soon.