My Mom Met Julia Child

I finally watched the movie "Julia and Julia" on Saturday. I loved it. I thought it was so funny to turn off the DVD when the movie had ended to find Julia Child herself (in rerun of course since she died in 2004) making an omelet on NET.

After I took a picture of my TV, I called my mom to tell her she would love this movie. I knew my mom would like it right away when I saw how much butter Julia cooks with. When I told her about this about this unlikely coincidence my mom proudly proclaimed: "You know I met Julia Child once." No I did not know that.

You know, my mom just got a little bit cooler! She said they ran into her in an elevator once, back in the mid '70's, and had a nice conversation on the ride up.

Also, I love Julia's orange shirt. Classy lady.

Moroccan Chicken Stew with Sweet Potatoes

I forget how much I love sweet potatoes! This recipe features them and it is definitely a keeper.Moroccan Chicken Stew with Sweet Potatoes. Its from Everyday Food magazine. Here's the recipe.

I made this one exactly as written, except two things: I didn't have any saffron so I left that out, since its optional anyway. I didn't have fresh cilantro, so at the last minute I added some frozen green peas - it tasted good and orange and green is my favorite color combo - win win!!