Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Dooce's Gin & Tonic Recipe

Perfect Gin & Tonic recipe from Dooce:

"Rob Gunnison's Gin and Tonic for Two"
Squeeze two limes.
Slice rinds and place in pitcher.
Pour four jiggers of gin into pitcher and mash.
Pour juice into pitcher. Mash more.
Divide between two glasses of ice.
Top with tonic.

Saturday, April 17, 2010

Asparagus & Greens Salad with Gorgonzola Vinaigrette


INGREDIENTS:
1  pound  green and white asparagus, trimmed and cut into (2-inch) pieces
2 1/4  teaspoons  salt, divided
2  tablespoons minced shallots
2  tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
2  tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2  teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 lemon, juiced
1/4  teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2  cup (2 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, divided
1 (5-ounce) package mixed salad greens

DIRECTIONS:
1. Cook asparagus and 2 teaspoons salt in boiling water 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse asparagus under cold water; drain.
2. Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, shallots, and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese.
3. Combine asparagus and greens in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.

{originally from Cooking Light}