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Losing Power
Los Angeles is experiencing unusually high winds, and last night we were one of many neighborhoods that lost power. I pulled out my massive lantern with its detachable light panels, prepared dinner, poured a martini and watched Rachel Maddow streaming on my cell phone (using a backup charger). All things considered, it was a pleasant evening. Update: 24 hours later, the winds are still howling and I’m grateful, as I write this, to still have power.
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How did you prepare dinner without power? I kept waiting for my power to go out. Those were the strongest winds I’ve felt in LA.
I had farmer’s market arugula and veggies in the fridge, with sliced roast turkey which I tossed with yummy ranch dressing that I always have on hand. (Just some cutting up, otherwise no cooking needed.)
Wendy, Do you make your own ranch dressing? If you do, I’d love the recipe and if not, which do you buy.
I’ve made it a few times, and haven’t been satisfied. Recently, I’ve been buying Toby’s Ranch dressing at Whole Foods. https://www.tobysfamilyfoods.com/ranch-dressing
But I’d like to try this recipe from Tartine (in San Francisco). https://www.sfchronicle.com/recipes/article/Recipe-Bar-Tartine-s-Wedge-Salad-With-6321940.php
This ranch dressing looks really good. Thanks!
The store bought or the recipe?
The recipe but I’m sure I’ll try the store bought too.