And Lord of lords. May every knee bend, every head bow. Behold, today we declare Christ the King. Officially today is the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.
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Ember Days of Winter and Roasted Chicken Thighs
Today is the final Ember Days of Winter. It comes on the eve of the Fourth (and final) Advent Sunday before the Christmas Season. Each set of Ember Days has its own character and purpose.
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The wait is over. The house is decorated. The stockings hung, and all those presents wrapped. Perhaps you and your family are planning a quiet evening at home. Perhaps a seven-course-seven-fish meal is just a bit over the top. I get that, really I do. Yet Christmas Eve should be special. With that in mind, might I entice you with a simple scallop supper?
Roasted Asparagus with Bursting Tomatoes and Feta
I know, asparagus are a spring crop. I know, tomatoes come to us in the summer. But hey, we live in a modern world with crops from all parts of the globe. And just look at this stunning combination – ruby-red tomatoes, the deep green of asparagus and the snowy sprinkling of crumbled feta. Come on, you’ve got to admit, this is a beautiful Christmas platter. This is so pretty, I might just need to create an entire menu around it. Suggestions anyone?
Roasted Asparagus with Bursting Tomatoes and Feta
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Handful Small Tomatoes
3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 cup crumbled feta
Snap woody ends from each asparagus spear. Set aside.
Heat broiler to high.
Cover a baking sheet with foil. Spread trimmed asparagus evenly on the sheet pan. Drizzle with oil. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Place baking sheet under the broiler about 4 inches from heat and broil for 3 minutes. Remove pan and give it a quick shake to rotate the asparagus. Add small tomatoes and sprinkle everything with fresh thyme leaves. Place under the broiler until tomatoes beginning to blister, about 3 minutes longer.
Arrange asparagus and tomatoes on a serving platter. Sprinkle with feta and enjoy.
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