Construction continues, with a couple of downpours it changed the texture of the replaced dirt and dirt piles into a sort of silky rough texture. I found it interesting as I walked pass to get cars.

They are placing an intake, I think, for the storm sewer access partially in the empty lot between houses. So the hole diagonally across the street has grown in size. I am curious on what efforts they are expecting to do when this is over. Since I see scars on the road, that, given a coming winter, will turn into giant potholes given a chance. I still occasionally take breaks at work and sometimes I’ll sit outside for a bit to watch the workers. It can be quite loud though.

Brats

Good things.

Skillet Tortellini with Sausage and Cherry Tomatoes

I’ve made this before, and I think he last time I enjoyed it, but I used store “fresh” bland tomatoes. this added a bit of extra acid and brightness. I do like this and it is easy to put together.

Charred Cherry Tomatoes with Bell Peppers and Mozzarella

Cherry tomato season started, so let’s highlight some cherry tomatoes. This, was quite nice. I tossed off half a ciabatta , and then ran though this to make a wonderful dinner. I really enjoyed this and it was a nice mesh and distinctive flavors. I will have this leftover with rice. (Mixture of Blue Gate and Wabii-Sabi tomatoes)

Tex-Mex Chicken and Rice

it’s fine. Adding jalapeños or pickled ones would be a good idea here, it was a little under flavored I think. Adding some salsa or sauce made it better, but it could have been better if it was in there. A bit of cumin, some chipotle powder.

Ham and Jack Frittata

Pretty easy to put together, pretty ok to eat. I ended up having slices of it on bagels for breakfast.