A Tuscan Inspired Meal

When I was in Italy for a month, I went out to dinner every night. I ate indoors twice. Maybe…

If given the choice to be outside or inside, I will always choose outside…weather permitting, of course. This Sunday, I decided to set up dinner outside and take advantage of the first time in weeks Pittsburgh has felt 70 degrees. I just graduated from my Master’s program, and I live with my parents. I cook dinner a few nights a week for all of us, and sometimes, I go all out. I had a bit of time after church, so I decided to visit a specialty grocer to see if anything sparked my imagination for dinner. Sure enough, I saw a bundle of Tuscan Kale in the produce section. My dad’s favorite thing to order at any Italian restaurant is “greens and beans.” This summer, I’ll be on the road for a bunch of singing things, so I’m savoring the family time. If the last year has brought you back home, I hope you can see the extra time with family as a blessing, even if you had setbacks or disappointments in other areas. Remember, God is good. All the time.

THE MENU

Fresh Mediterra bread with dipping oil

Greens and beans

Rosemary Grilled Steak or Salmon (cooked over a wood fire)

Polenta

Berry Salad