Sunday, April 21, 2013

It’s not always about catching fish…

If I had a dime for every time I've heard or said that I’d stop buying lottery tickets. 

I usually say that when I don’t catch fish, of course, but there is a lot of truth in it – fishing is much more than catching fish.  It’s the total experience.  And, sometimes it’s not even on the water.

For example, on my Easter trip to the East Branch of the Croton River, the main reason for the trip was to spend Easter with family.  That part of the trip was a huge success. 

And a huge part of the success was our Easter repast.  Along with a wide selection of beverages, the three main components to the meal were:  an outstanding antipasto platter, a sumptuous leg of lamb, and an eggplant parmigiana to die for.

The eggplant is a masterpiece first created by our Nona, who has earned the privilege of relaxing at family events.  Fortunately, she shared the recipe with her daughter Janet who has been taking eggplant to new heights.  

And, the best part is that Nona and Janet have been extremely kind and generous to me by sending me home with my own delicious helping of the best eggplant parmigiana in the world – and I’m sharing it with everyone right here and now.

Phase 1 - made it home! : )

Phase 2 - hurry, in the oven - now!

Phase 3 - gimme a knife and fork and stand back!

Phase 4 - All Gone.  : (
Thank you Nona and Janet – it was the best – again!

David

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