Released from Bondage

11-11-11—the auspicious day long ago when the first gust of a wind began to flow under wings... lifted up to joyous futures. 

Annie Lennox...Why....

Two souls released from bondage…“Mercy, mercy buttercup (Missouri French)”...merci, merci  beaucoup... for the freedom!!

...and...joyeux anniversaire à mon frère....

Slightly modified McDougall Curried Red Lentil Salad

3 c red lentils, picked through

4 c water

2 onions, sliced thin

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 T curry powder, to taste

1 head of cauliflower cut into florets

2 small apples, chopped

½ cup currants

2 T balsamic vinegar

2 T soy sauce

Cook the lentils in water until they are tender and still whole, about 10 minutes.  Drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, sauté the onions and garlic for 3 minutes. Add 1 c water, the curry powder and cauliflower florets. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cauliflower is tender-crisp.  Add the cauliflower mixture to the lentils and mix in the apple and currants.

Season with balsamic vinegar and soy sauce. Serve cold.