Roasted Asparagus and Baby Artichokes with Lemon Oregano Aioli
http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/2010/06/roasted_asparagus_and_baby_artichokes_with_lemon_oregano_aioli
Very tasty! Baby artichokes are in season right now at the farmer's market. For the baby artichokes be sure to peel off the dark layers and cut off the tops. I have made this twice now and the second time I forgot. You can't eat the whole thing if you forget because they are too tough.
Grilled Bruschetta with Teleme, Honey and Figs
http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/2010/06/grilled_bruschetta_with_teleme_honey_and_figs
Rating: 3
Three minutes on the barbecue is way too long. We charred the bread and then tried to salvage as you can see in the picture above.
Dilled White Bean and Grape Tomato Salad
http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/2010/06/dilled_white_bean_and_grape_tomato_salad
Rating: 3
I love white beans, and this was good, but not as good as they can be. The flavor of the dill is a bit too much for my taste. The next time I make this I may try using parsley/basil and cutting back on the amount of dill.
http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/2010/06/harissa_marinated_top_sirloin_tips
Rating: 5
Very good and easy. We marinated the meat about two hours and it had a lot of flavor. We used the barbecue, instead of skillets as the recipe calls for, since it was already on from the grilled bruschetta. Also, we did not cut it up small to prevent it from falling through the grill. Excellent! A great way to prepare a cheap piece of meat because the marinade tenderizes it.
Chocolate Chip and Peanut Butter Cookies
http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/quick-recipes/2010/06/chocolate_chip_peanut_butter_cookies
Rating: 5
Amazing!!!
Jori will have to tell you how the baking experience was as she was the genius behind this. As if they weren't good enough on their own we decided to make them into ice cream sandwiches.
Overall an excellent meal! Unfortunately, the Lakers lost that night, but we had our cookies to cheer us up. The Lakers are for sure going to win the finals...now I just have to decide what to make for the next game.
