I had the most wonderful opportunity to guide some amazing women through a cooking journey yesterday… They were a group of strong, capable and caring gals, each with their own strengths ~ we found a common bond or two; formed a new bond or two.  I feel blessed, and certainly enriched by your company!  Thank you for sharing your time with me…

Menu

hummus with chapati

tabbouleh on romaine wedges

saffron rice

rice pudding with almonds and cinnamon

frozen, candied grapes

Chapati

• 2 1/4 cups flour
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 T plain yogurt
• 4 T melted butter 

Place flour into large bowl; add yogurt and salt, start with1/2 cup water, adding more to make dough; stir with wooden spoon until all ingredients are incorporated.  Sprinkle with a little flour, cover and let rest for 5-10 minutes (I use this time to get my butter melted, pan hot…