Day 2-18 -- Cooking up a Storm

It has been a busy Sunday.  Laundry finished, floors swept, papers graded and time to cook.  Today I made curried carrot soup -- just need to put it through the blender tomorrow. I also made red beans -- yes, on Sunday; Monday this term is too busy at work to have time to do Lundi beans on Lundi <smile>.  They are resting in the fridge for tomorrow when some rice will be made to accompany them.  Then for supper I made a baked potato, roasted carrots, pork tenderloin and ginger pear crisp. The house smells great!

The freezer should be well stocked for the crazy work days ahead.  I learned early that cooking in batches and freezing in single serving containers made supper times easier during academic terms.  I prefer a variety of main dishes from which to choose. Others I know cook one main dinner on the weekend and eat that meal all week long.  Whatever works for a person, this pre-preparation can ensure that one doesn't eat popcorn or cake for supper regularly. I always have veggies for a salad or quick steamed greens that are prepared while the main dish heats in the microwave.  On days when there is more time and energy, I still cook a single serving of something or I may go out with friends for a relaxing meal with conversation.  Food provides quality of life and helps with reducing disease risk so eating in a balanced way with variety can have many positive effects.

Since the first thing that got simmering today was my Lundi beans, the selected song seems to fit perfectly.  It is an upbeat rhythm with simple lyrics.  Enjoy!

Red Beans -- Professor Longhair