“In the end, it’s about human connection. When we relate to those around us by understanding their back stories and their circumstances, we improve the way we work, the way we live, the way we take care of one another, the way we relate going forward, and …building the ‘beloved community’ that edifies us all.” ~ Trent Gilliss
NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It’s my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our kids and grandkids for dinner in the evening. We end our meal with quotes from the Norwegian ‘Quote Cup’ passed on to me from my grandmother. I share a quote and a recipe here each week, and sometimes some photos of family fun. I love trying new recipes…and love getting recipes you would like to share!
This was an eventful week… Sina spent the weekend at Concordia College in Moorhead for Honors Orchestra… John ended up in ER again with blood gushing from his head wound, got more stitches and he is not looking forward to at least 6 more weeks stuck in his brace 24/7… Maddie bought her first car, a vintage 1989 Honda Prelude (interesting coincidence that Aunt Nissa had a red 1988 Honda Prelude when she was about the same age!)
RECIPE OF THE WEEK
John and I are usually not big pancake fans, but a few weeks ago I tried this recipe based on one from Valerie Brunmeier and we both really liked it… so had it this week for a simple family night dinner. I tripled the recipe below… our son flipped the pancakes and said he couldn’t imagine we would eat them all… but we did! I think it is important to let the batter rest for about 10 minutes to allow it to rise a bit… creates a more fluffy than dense pancake.
OLD FASHIONED BUTTERMILK PANCAKES
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons butter melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Light olive oil or butter for cooking
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt and sugar. Add the buttermilk and whisk just until all dry ingredients are moistened. Add the egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract, and whisk just until combined. Batter should be a bit lumpy.
Allow the batter to rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
Cook on griddle or in a large frypan over medium heat until golden on both sides. Transfer to a 200 degree oven to keep warm until you are ready to serve with butter, pure maple syrup and berries.
