Monday, October 18th

My sister lent me four books that she read on a recent holiday; Second Sight by Amanda Quick, a bodice ripper, Even Money by Dick & Felix Francis, Submarine by Joe Dunthorne, that I enjoyed, and Ocean Boulevard by David Baboulene. I find Bryson funnier and more interesting.

Lamb and Mushroom Soup

Spray a large pot with olive oil.

600g Free range leg of lamb, cubed, place in base of pot

10ml Lemon salt, sprinkle over lamb

10ml Garlic, minced, sprinkle over lamb

250ml Pesto, spread over lamb

1kg Tomatoes, quartered, on top of pesto

800g Mixed mushrooms, chopped, on top of tomatoes.

500ml Cold water, pour into pot, put lid on.

Bring to the boil without stirring or removing lid. Lower temperature and leave for two hours.