Lylas latest show

So it had been almost two years since I had performed with LYLAS, and two weeks ago, I had the most  perfect opportunity to perform with these two funny ladies at the Carolina Sketch Fest. It was a pure joy to get to rehearse, laugh and perform with Jenny and Delina.

Smoked Pork Butt

And the new king of our house, in terms of Pat's culinary explorations, is Smoked Pork Butt. Pat soaks the meat in a brine for several days. Then smokes it for 6 hours. The result is so melt in your mouth good, there is barely time to take pictures before it is gone.

Meatloaf.....bacon wrapped meatloaf

I don't know how your mom used to make meatloaf, and I certainly don't mean to complain about how mine made it, but there was no bacon wrapped around the outside of it.......

Christmas Eve Lobster Pasta

For Christmas Pat and I gave each other a nice dinner out at the restaurant, Table. However it was not nearly as good as the Lobster Pasta he made for us on Christmas Eve, served for just the two of us in front of the fireplace. The meal was amazing and accompanied by the fire and him, one of the most relaxing moments of the year - what a gift!

Talking over Skype to his parents...showing off the lobster and my frilly apron

Brussel Sprouts

Flambe

adding the cream

pasta

mmmmmmmh

Lobster Bisque & Grilled Garlic Bread

Hello lobster head

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Fire!

I don't think I'll ever get back down to my wedding weight...but is it any wonder that I don't really care?

So delicious!