19 January 2009

Chilly Winter Nights


Reduce stock by half
To intensify flavors
Simmer three hours

Then check the progress
Falling off the bone? More time
Pour a glass of wine

Another 2 hours
Glasses fog, for a moment
Such comfort: steam, scents

Start the polenta
Prep the sprouts, pour another dram
Dinner within sight

Senses come alive
Eyes, ears, nose and tongue tingle
Anticipating

An exquisite meal
This must be what they call bliss
Or else umami

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