Peach Season in the South

Peach Season in the South

Of course, I made another peach clafoutis.
I substituted ricotta cheese for sour cream,
and buttermilk for whole milk.
Still turned out beautifully and delicious.

Blue Jay Feather

Blue Jay Feather

Gary brought me a blue jay feather. 

The feather of the Blue Jay is considered a sign of optimism and a message of hope for those who are in need of a positive push forward.

This comes from the bird’s energetic and intelligent personality, so the feathers are also considered a very good omen and a confirmation that you’re on the right track pursuing your goals and dreams.

Many people and cultures also associate Blue Jay’s feathers with future success and good fortune as well as self-healing, faithfulness, and determination.

All in all, seeing a Blue Jay feather usually conveys a positive message and is considered a pleasant encounter!

Rabbit Rabbit

Rabbit Rabbit

Lactifluus volemus or Milky Cap

Lactifluus volemus or Milky Cap

This past week I purchased another variety of wild mushroom from the farmers market, Lactifluus volemus, also known as a milky. The reason it's called milky is because the gills exude a milky latex substance when bruised. If you are allergic to latex, you should not eat these mushrooms.

Apparently pan frying is not encouraged due to the milky substance exuded. I blanched them and then cooked them in a homemade tomato sauce. I'm having a lot of fun exploring the world of wild mushrooms and happy I can obtain them locally.