New Adventure (My First Post)

Being a teacher who is off (well, at least part time) for the summer, I began searching for my first fun summer project. Along with trying my hand at this blogging thing, I've decided to try and expand my cooking horizons. I'm from a southern family that has inspired me to become proficient in cooking their staples, but now I'm up for something more. This book seemed like a good start:

http://www.amazon.com/Signature-Dishes-Around-World-Paolo/dp/8854406082/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1339027671&sr=8-1

 

I'm pledging to learn at least 10 dishes from this book this summer. As my hubs and I looked through the book last night (he's always up for eating my food, the dear guy), we chose 10 dishes, plus an extra in case something fails miserably. I padded myself with some that I'm at least familiar with or have eaten (pierogi and tzatziki) and some that will be a total adventure. One of the more adventurous that I'm looking forward to trying is Mafe from Gambia. It is described as a beef stew made with peanut butter. Sounds a bit unique, but the picture looks pretty tasty.

 

I'm starting out first with the safest of the ten and attempting tzatziki. Will post pics and review from the hubs when it's done and eaten.