Zeste de citron

Zeste de citron - extra fine

This is surely one of the scents of heaven ... don't you think?

Freshly grated ginger, too. And lavender.

I'm sure Chicken and Rosemary Stew is on the list, with all its broth-y, wine-y, vegetable-y, herb-y goodness.

Yes, it is almost 10 p.m. and I'm making a big pot of stew. It's been cooking away in the oven for almost 2 hours. I had planned to make this much earlier of course but my sister and brother-in-law invited me to join them for a burger at the Knights of Columbus Hall - a frequent Monday night thing. So I figured I'd make the stew tonight and then I'd be set for several meals this week. When it comes out of the oven, I'll stir in the zest and chopped parsley.

Mmmm ...