As part of his French class, Daniel must occasionally engage in the production of special cultural projects, to enhance his understanding of French culture. Past projects have included:
- Making a map of our neighborhood, with all the landmarks labeled in French
- Watching a French movie — Les Choristes
- Taking a picture (and labeling it in French) of our living room
- Writing a report on how Christmas is celebrated in France
This month, Daniel was given the opportunity to do some French cooking. My suggestion of French Fries wasn’t received favorably, for some reason. Daniel looked over the list, and settled on crepes.
At first, I was inclined to sneer a bit. “It’s just a pancake with a French name,” I said to myself. But when he started to add the Strawberry Jam, Nutella and Cool Whip, I changed my tune.
Some school projects are a lot more fun than others.
“Say, Daniel,” I hinted, in my best wheedling voice. “Do you need me to try that, just to make sure it is OK?” No, for some reason he didn’t need my help — I had to make my own with the dregs of his batter.
It was a delectable dessert, and I took back my sneering. Of course, not many things aren’t made delicious by way of a liberal coat of Nutella. Well done, Daniel!
As the day wore on, David asked me, with his characteristic tact, “So, Dad, what are we doing about supper?”
I haven’t scored a lot of points as a short-order cook this week. “Fend for yourselves,” has been my rallying cry, as I headed off to work in the city. We’ve gone through all the Chimichangas and most of the burritos. Happily, I was able to report that one of Kathy’s dear friends was bringing dinner. The cheering was a bit deafening, and rather insulting.
We were all still hungry enough to devour Michelle's delicious beef stew, in spite of the crepes.
The stew that was provided was mostly steak, with a few token carrots and potatoes thrown in for color — just the sort of stew that a houseful of boys appreciates. Kathy’s friends sure are good to us — thanks, Michelle!
I decided not to display the Cookies & Cream Ice Cream Cake because, well, we haven’t finished it yet. Besides, we’re not accepting any visitors until we do a little cleaning in the kitchen.
Tim
Yep, those crepes look mighty delectable indeed! (Though I’d opt out of the nutella and concentrate on the jam, myself – heresy though it may be.)
Daniel, I am not a fan of pancakes. (Uncle Jerry is). But I love crepes.
Will you make them for me one day? THANKS.
I love you kids. Aunt Kate
I LOVE CREPES THEY ARE SO GOOOOOOOOOOOODDDDDDDD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!YUMMMMMM
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That soup was delicious!