June of grey blue skies is a strange time of year, almost half way through the year, and a time people begin to reflect on what they wanted to achieve and how far they have come. It is a waning time of year, a time of reflection and winding down. In another month or 6 weeks that will begin to change. But I notice that this year particularly, this month has a swirly type of energy, as though it is on edge, waiting for something.
For us in the Southern Hemisphere, the landscape is still fine, full of winter colours, winter flowers and the vestiges of autumn leaves.
Food creates connections, builds family and community, provides warmth and comfort. Never underestimate the power of a good meal.
Cooking in June in Previous Years
Some of the things I was cooking in the past few years at this time of year.
Soups
Dips, Sauces, Salsas and So Forth
Dals
Desserts
The Pantry, Fridge and Freezer
Food for June if you are in the Northern Hemisphere
These things are some of the gorgeous dishes I was cooking in December in previous years, roughly equivalent to June in the Northern Hemisphere.
Breads
Dips, Sauces, Salsas and So Forth
Rice and Pasta
- Risotto Basics 101
- Pasta with Soul – how long to cook pasta
Vegetables and Salads
Drinks
Desserts
Lovely compilation of posts. have bookmarked a few to try.
Oh this is lovely Ganga. I’ve looking for some cooking inspiration and along comes your post at just the right time. This June is proving unsettling for us, househunting and moving are on the agenda. This will be good and something we’re doing for positive reasons, but it means I can empathise with your sense of June being swirly, one edge and waiting for something.
That Dal Makhani looks utterly wonderful. Perfect for this time of year.
Yes it delights the eyes and inspires the Agni fires
you are an inspiration
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Thank you Danyse, that means a lot coming from you.