Time Slice

We call it the “Mexican car wash” because it is literally inside of a car wash stall in a questionable part of town.

Creamy Feta Dressing

8 oz. plain yogurt
4 oz. feta cheese
2 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp evaporated milk
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 tsp garlic powder or 1 clove minced garlic
pinch of salt
fresh ground pepper
Splash of water

1) Using a plastic container, I first put in the crumbled feta in with a splash of water and using a fork, I mashed the feta into a paste.

2) I then mixed in the mayo, lemon zest, oregano, garlic powder, yogurt. I took a taste and seasoned with salt & pepper, a little more oregano and added the evaporated milk to get the creaminess I desired.

3) Spoon the sauce over your bed of frites or in a side serving bowl.

French Fries The Greek Way

Now onto our fries. This addendum is at the request of Jenn, the Leftover Queen and who will be paying me royalties for this closely guarded Greek secret to fries. You want cripsy- golden fries that are soft on the inside? Read on…

You need Yukon Gold potatoes, vegetable oil for frying, sea salt and a mandoline.

1) Using your mandoline, use the insert that will give you a cut of fries that are just like at that fast joint I call “Rotten Ronnies”.

2) Allow your cut potatoes to sit in a bowl of ice-cold water for approx. 10 minutes.

3) When you’re ready to fry, get your vessel of choice heated up to that 350-360 F heat and throw your potatoes in a strainer to drain most of the water (and lessen frying mishaps).

4) When think your oil is hot test by throwing in a small piece of potato and if it floats & starts sizzling, your oil is ready. Throw in the rest of your potatoes but don’t crowd the vessel as it will lower your oil’s heat and affect your result.

5) You are only going to “par-fry” the potatoes….say 5 minutes and reserve them in a toweled plate for 10 minutes. This method works really well if you’re cooking in batches for a larger dinner.

6) After your 10 minutes have lapsed, throw your par-fried potatoes back into the hot oil and fry until you get the desired golden-brown fries we all know & love. Season with fine salt, toss and serve.

I didn't eat this today but it looked so good I had to take a picture. They are foccacia with cream cheese, quartered figs and candied walnuts.

We broke down and took the kids out for sushi. We love it but haven't made it part of our schedule this summer. Jake asked and we decided it was a good first day of school treat.

We went out for sushi and Jake turned around and showed us his latest talent

This morning, we were hungry and wanted something good tasting and good for you…..Cream of Wheat Pancakes.

1 egg
2/3 cup fat-free milk
2 tsp. oil
1/2 cup pancake and waffle mix
1/2 cup creamy wheat (enriched farina) hot cereal (1-minute, 2-1/2-minute or 10-minute cook time), uncooked

BEAT egg, milk and oil in large bowl with wire whisk until well blended. Add pancake mix and cereal; stir just until moistened.
LADLE batter onto hot greased griddle or into hot greased skillet, using 1/4 cup batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on tops, then turn to brown other sides.

Makes 3 servings, 2 pancakes each