Recipes have 'sprung' like Spring!

Good Evening, or whatever is the appropriate greeting to you, in your part of the world!

It has been a BEAUTIFUL Day! It was just like 'spring' outdoors; it would appear that "Spring has Sprung!" And, it is still 'light out!' Love the above photo image; fresh spring produce! Mmmmmmmm yum!

We were all up a tid early; and then headed out to hair appointments for both Alan and myself. Alan had his hair trimmed; and I had a bit of 'help' to continue with the legitimately natural fair hair colour I had, when I was a child and throughout my teens. Plus, I had a shaping / cut; and you know how you feel, when you look 'younger!' LOL! It has been a bittid overdue; so, this visit to my friend / hairdresser, was a much appreciated treat! Alan's Dad sat in the comfy chairs in the front of the cosy tidbit boutique / shop; and we had fun waving to him! Since I was going to be quite a bit longer than Alan, both he and his Dad left, to make sure the Dad's shoes, a white shirt, suit etc was all in perfect tid order for this coming Monday, which is the Memorial Service for Alan's Mum.

I enjoyed looking at a magazine with various recipes for my remaining hour ; and ended up writing a few down; which I would like to share with you! I am sure you can make substitutions; ie if you do not have Pomegranate Juice, perhaps Cranberry Juice might work just as well?

POTATO PANCAKES WITH SMOKED SALMON:

Sandwich in a dollop of sour cream or creme fraiche between the pancakes and the salmon. Makes 30.

3 eggs
1/2 c milk
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2 TBSPS olive oil, plus more for frying
1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
3/4 c instant potato flakes (the potato flakes make it!)
1/4 c flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
8 oz thinly sliced smoked salmon
2 TBSPS fresh dill sprigs

1) In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, scallions, 2 TBSP oil and lemon juice until blended. Stir in the potato flakes, flour and baking powder.

2) Heat 2 tsp oil (per batch) in a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium - high heat. Drop ptotato mixture by tablespoonfuls into pan. Cook pancakes until golden brown and firm enough to flip; about 1 minute per side.

3) Tear off small strips of salmon and arrange on each pancake. Top each with small sprig of dill. Serve warm.


POMEGRANATE BELLINI:

Pour 1/4 c chilled Pomegranate Juice into each of 6 glasses, and top off with 1/3 to 1/2 c sparkling dry white wine (a 750 ml Prosecco is perfect!). Will give you enought for 6 drinks. (photo had long tall glasses)


RED PEPPER HUMUS:
(makes 2 cups)

1 15 oz can chickpeas, drained
1 12 oz jar roasted red peppers, drained
2 TBSP cream cheese
2 TBSP garlic - infused oil
1 TBSP fresh lime juice
1 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp salt

In a food processor, puree all ingredients about one minute.
Store in fridge up to 2 days.

These 3 appetizers caught my eye a tidful, for bitful delights! Looks to be very easy to prepare and very scrumptious!

Also, there was a 'funky' black and white picture for sale; showing various old street signs; and I have contacted the artist for further info. I am thinking this would make a wonderful birthday gift for Alan! We have our garage still packed full from our move to here, of 1.5 yrs ago! One of these days, we will organize our garage / basement properly, to create a pub like setting, with our extra small pool table; that currently is the grand central storage holder of many unpacked boxes, on top and underneath the table. Hence, the picture with the 'signs atmosphere', will really add to the den ambience. Of course, when we do play pool,(Alan is a very good player; I am a beginner), our car will need to be parked elsewhere! LOL! Plus, I have always LOVED the chic and dramatic colours of black and white, when they make an artistic statement!

Tidbit - Be joyful! We have left 'everything' up to Him; so, we may as well enjoy the 'journey' while we 'wait' for His Solutions.

Bittid - Give and share good will to others. Amazing how uplifted you feel!

The day has been just what was needed; a bit of a breather from the past tid few weeks. Very thankful it is the weekend.

Also, we are getting 'ready' for Monday; and the message, "Love one another as I have loved you"; keeps filtering into both my heart and mind. We are 'pacing ourselves' to rise with GRACE and LOVE on Monday, when we honour Alan's Mum. It is her day; to remember her and to rejoice in the celebration of her life.

God Bless.