This weekend, the hubby and I whipped up pasta with sausages and chick peas. I was inspired by this Times article. It urged readers to flip the proportions of pasta, sauce and toppings. Then it linked to a pasta recipe with bread crumbs, chorizo and chick peas.
We couldn’t find any chorizo at the store, so we used New Orleans smoked sausages. I’m quite happy with out it turned out. The bread crumbs toasted with minced garlic added a wonderful savory crunch to the pasta. The chick peas melted a bit and provided a slight sauce to tie the pasta and meat together.
Our meal warmed me up nicely on that brisk fall night. Plus — I have plenty of leftovers to help me make it to Pay Day!
In Cali news…
I heard back from my cousin who had to evacaute with parents in Rancho Bernado on Monday. She said they heard on the news that they were allowed to go back into their homes on Wednesday. They waited in line for two hours outside of the neighborhood. Then they had five minutes to check on their house plus grab medicines and Tita’s teeth. The house is still standing, thank God.
She also tried going back to work. Her office was covered in ashes and she was told she couldn’t be there. I’m happy to hear that they’re safe in Oceanside and that the fires skipped their house. It’s a blessing.