Yikes! As I write this it is 98 with a heat index of 105! That is actually not as hot as it was supposed to be today. Of course, the day is not over.
When it is this hot, turning on the oven is just not something I want to do. Actually, cooking with any kind of heat is to be avoided if you ask me. I really would prefer not to do laundry or start the dishwasher either. So, I guess, it is really just an excuse to be lazy! LOL!
Okay, so maybe we’ll order take-out but I can still serve it on pretty dishes, can’t I?
My Mikasa Studio Nova Garden Bloom plates on a clear placemat that is rimmed in gold, with my gold flatware and, of course, a wine glass.
That is a nice place to serve some take-out!
I still have some pink flowers leftover from last week so I just dressed up the table a bit by adding them along.
One of the things I like about the placemats is that I don’t have to launder them! I can just wipe them down and they are ready to go again.
A great way to beat the heat – don’t cook and eat inside!
What is your favorite way to beat the heat?
Today’s Lagniappe: Italian Spinach and Mushroom Salad
From Wishbone.
- 1 package (10 oz.) fresh spinach leaves, rinsed and patted dry
- 1 package (8 oz.) sliced mushrooms
- 1 can (19 oz.) chick peas or garbanzos, rinsed and drained
- 1/3 cup bacon bits
- Seasoned croutons
- 1/2 cup Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing
1. Combine all ingredients except Dressing in large salad bowl. Drizzle with Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing; toss gently. Serve, if desired, with additional Dressing.
TIP: Make it a main dish salad…just Flash Marinate! Brush meat or poultry repeatedly during grilling or broiling with Wish-Bone® Italian Dressing for that marinated taste; then slice and add to salad.
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Just stopping by on my 1st PS -can I stay for dinner? Glad to meet you-hope to be seeing more of you!
Just stopping by from PS to say hello-Can I stay for dinner? It my first PS-glad to meet you!
I’ve been trying NOT to cook all week! I’m not ready for summer to end, but a break from the heat would be nice!
You’re right! It IS too hot to cook! Beautifully set table you have awaiting your take-out.
Love those plates. Mikasa/Studio Nova always has the prettiest everyday tableware. Jim Always laughs at me. Special plates for pizza….regular plates for Wendy’s…deep dishes for Chinese.
What pretty dishes! It looks like the perfect place to enjoy a cool, take-out meal. Everything tastes better at a pretty table.
The most lovely setting … very inviting.
Have a lovely summer’s day ~
TTFN ~ Marydon
I have the very same thoughts…way too hot to cook…so salads are perfect!!! I love those placemats…cool…yesterday was the hottest day so far here in TN…my dogs don’t even want to go out…
Those are such fun placemats. I love them too. I agree, it is too hot to heat up the kitchen and I am really not happy with my fancy Wolfe stove that is featured in my header as it does not vent the heat outside, just onto the floor, is that dumb or what! Too hot to heat up the kitchen.
What a special setting for take out! Looks like a special meal (hope it’s Chinese!)!
Thanks for Sharing!
Rachel
You make take-out look cool! I like the clear placemats; I can imagine a number of looks for them. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay
I think it is very good of you to set a pretty table even for take out! I’m not very good at that! Only chinese food gets its own special setting. I love spinach salads and your recipe looks tasty! Linda
beautiful plates. and I’m with you, no need to eat out of take out containers.. beautiful.
Pretty table!
Donna
I love those beautiful floral plates! Joni
Pretty table! I really like your china. Have a wonderful week!
Blessings, Beth
Cute, cute plates.
Even for two, we can set a beautiful table! Love, ~Nana~