Play-time

I've been having some fun testing out my new camera. It's just a step up from what I had and with a much better zoom lens. Samsung 21X

Audrey...smiling.

The goldfinch at my feeder.

This was taken through the garage window.
I was down there trying to coax an obsessed pastel tortie that I know to come and join her family upstairs.
But, she is not interested right now. She is on mouse-watch duty. She wouldn't give me the time of day.

Finches at the feeder.

From my little table and chairs in the shady spot of the garden I photographed a chippy that was busy filling it's face.

Then Simon's girlfriend showed up...

Busted!

I have some reading up to do on my birthday gift. I think I'm going to like this camera.

I didn't forget that I'm to post the zucchini boat recipe so here goes...

Couscous and cheese-stuffed zucchini boats.
1 tbsp of butter
2 shallots diced
1 clove garlic minced
1 tomato seeded and chopped
1/4 tsp each salt & pepper
1.2 c vegetable broth
1/2 c whole wheat couscous
1 cup shredded gouda cheese
3 tbsp basil thinly sliced
1 tbsp parsley,oregano
4 medium zucchini

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, cook the shallots and garlic for three minutes.
Add tomatoes and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for one minute.
Add the broth, bring to a boil and stir in couscous.
Cover, remove from heat, let stand for five minutes.
Stir in 2/3 cup of cheese & all the herbs.

Cut zucchini in half (length-wise) and scoop out pulp leaving 1/2 inch thick walls.
Divide couscous mixture among zucchini and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Place on baking sheet, cover with tin-foil and bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes.

It was delicious served with coleslaw, steamed potatoes and carrots along with olive ciabatta bread.. The retired-guy had pork ribs with his.

Enjoy!

We had much-needed rain over-night. Now, there will be lots of weeding to do in the garden today.
But first, a long walk is in store. :)

hugs, Deb