Bruschetta
I've made bruschetta several times for our happy hours and after much tweaking we think this is one of the better recipes.

Bruschetta

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6 1/2" slices rustic bread (I used one of the par-baked loafs from Trader Joe's)
5-6 medium tomatoes
2 green onions, white part and some of the green
2 tblsp chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
1 large clove of garlic, halved
6 tbsp goat cheese, such as Chevre

Brush slices of bread on both sides with olive oil - don't skimp - reserving 2 tbsp for tomato mix. Broil on both sides until golden brown. Remove and rub garlic clove over one side of bread.

Remove the seeds from the tomatoes, dice and remove to a bowl. Slice the green onions and add to bowl of tomatoes. Add chopped basil, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 2 tsp of balsamic vinegar mixing gently. Let sit at room temperature for up to two hours.

Evenly distribute the tomatoes over the slices of bread and crumble goat cheese on top. Serve immediately.
Posted by Beverley on Tue Oct 14, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (1)
Category: Recipes
hallway Bathroom Remodel - Day 14
The bathroom is ALMOST finished. We've painted the walls, tiled the floor and the grout will go in tomorrow morning. We have decided to leave the tiling of the bathtub surround until we get back from vacation. Alex also hooked up the lights and fan. Here are the latest pics from the remodel.

The round light is also a fan and is located above the toilet. The 3-light fixture will have a mirror below it.
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Alex taking great care when laying the tile and look how great it fits around the curve of the tub.
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Posted by Beverley on Thu Oct 09, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (0)
Category: Home Repairs
Practice Makes Perfect
Alex practiced tiling today. He bought some thin-set mortar, a mixing tool, and a new trowel for spreading the mortar. After attaching a piece of cement board to the garage wall he practiced setting his first tiles. I think he did a great job and our bathroom will be perfect when he's finished it.

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Posted by Beverley on Thu Oct 02, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (1)
Category: Home Repairs
Hamish Wants to go to Europe
Janet and Klaus are packing for their upcoming trip to Europe and Hamish thought he'd try and sneak in as part of the luggage


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Posted by Beverley on Thu Oct 02, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (1)
Category: Family/Friends News, Pets
LP Cover of the Day
I have no idea how I came across this LP Cover photo - I think it was through my favorite blog reddit.com. I can't imagine having a hair style along these lines but I believe they were quite popular back in the day. Did any of you have a 'do' like this and can you send me a pic? WARNING: I will definitely post if you send.

LP Cover of the Day

I've been searching for a sound track but can't find anything so maybe they were a one album wonder.

Posted by Beverley on Thu Oct 02, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (1)
Category: Miscellaneous
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