Rex Vs. Dory, A Post About Sibling Rivalry

It has begun. I didn't realize they would start so soon, but yes Rex & Dory have issues with sibling rivalry.
Tonight it was dinner. I asked for suggestions.

Rex wanted pasta, Dory (my little Ho) wanted potatoes.
They argued & bickered until I finally said enough.
I made both. Because I'm a Potato Ho!

This month's Ho Down will be hosted by Hillary at Chew on That. The Ho Down isn't until October 15, but I'll be on my way from Capri to Positano, so I thought I'd throw this up early. Thanks for hosting!

Pasta with Potatoes, Arugula & Rosemary
Adapted from Chez Panisse Vegetables.

1 # firm potatoes, sliced about 1/3" thick, tossed w/ olive oil, salt & pepper
1 red onion, sliced thin
1 shallot, slice thin
4-6 cloves of garlic, minced
more olive oil
1 sprig fresh rosemary
2 bunches arugula, washed
1/2 a lemon
Box of noodles, they suggest penne or other tubular pasta, I used the tri-color rotini & loved it

On baking stone, rimmed sheet, (or other suitable surface) bake the potatoes in a single layer at 400 degrees for about 15 minutes, or until tender.

Put water on to boil for pasta. Cook according to box.

While waiting for water to boil, saute onion & shallot in olive oil until brown & tender, add garlic and saute lightly, toss in potatoes & rosemary.

When pasta is done, drain & return to pan. Add Arugula & toss to wilt greens, add potato/onion mixture & toss again.

Serve with fresh shaved Parmesan.
The kids were happy (though Rex did get some arugula stuck in his teeth) they both loved it!

HP wasn't convinced this was a complete meal and suggested some cooked Italian Sausage cut up and tossed in. I thought that was a splendid idea; the dish needs some protein to be a meal, but hey I'm still in my comfort food phase.


I didn't take this picture & I can't find any of Rex standing his ground on the pasta issue. I'm not sure if my camera is possessed or Rex is sneakier than I though.

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Introducing Our New Little Arrivals: The Twins.

I know, I didn't tell anyone we were "expecting," but with adoptions, sometimes it just happens one day. Meet Dory & Rex
Dory is our golden child, and loves the spotlight. Rex, with his regal purple, is a little more subdued, but likes to sit back & stir things up.
Can you believe that Dory loves to flash people. I'm trying to get her to stop, but she's incorrigible!

Dory likes to stir up trouble when ever she can. She was enjoying this mix of ginger, garlic and onion.
But once the spices were added, Rex jumped right in, with Dory watching carefully over him. She is a big fan of the turmeric, garam masala, cumin, cayenne, coriander and other curry spices thrown in. Rex, was a little surprised at having his picture taken and tried to hide the next time I grabbed the camera When I added the Salmon, they both went running for the hills I guess they aren't fish fans like HP & I. (Recipe inspired by October Food & Wine's Creamy Indian-Spiced Halibut Curry)

Both the twins loved bath time
Though I did have to wait for Rex to come up from the bubbles!

While the twins were keeping me busy, HP was cookin' up some trouble of his own. Actually, he wasn't really cooking, he was mostly slicing and tearing and really, it wasn't trouble he was making, he was making the most of some organic heirloom tomatoes that someone had given me. Layered with fresh mozzarella & basil from our garden then drizzled with basalmic vinegar & olive oil with a sprinkle of black pepper, these were the best tomatoes of the season!

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