Yes, I did try that approach with the tomato reduction last weekend and it worked beautifully. The key was letting the shallots sweat a little longer than usual before adding the garlic and a pinch of smoked paprika. We had some friends over for a casual dinner and I honestly think that sauce carried the whole meal. The roast itself was seasoned simply with cracked pepper and coarse salt, but the sauce gave it that depth. I used a splash of dry white wine and let it reduce until it was almost syrupy. My friend asked for the recipe and I had to laugh because it changes every time depending on what is in the fridge. For the side, we roasted small carrots with a drizzle of olive oil and a few sprigs of thyme from the garden. The carrots were a little uneven in size so I pulled the smaller ones out early. I think next time I will add some toasted pine nuts for texture. Also, do you have a preference for cast iron versus stainless steel when searing? I keep going back and forth and would love to hear what gives you a better crust at home. Let me know how your kitchen experiments are going lately. Or maybe we should just plan another evening and cook together soon.
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Okay so here is what I am thinking for the porch setup this weekend. We can repaint the old bench with that sage green we saw at the hardware store and then add two small side tables made from cedar. My neighbor has a jigsaw he said we can borrow if we need to cut the tops down to size. I already picked up sandpaper and exterior primer. Do you think one coat of primer is enough or should we do two? The last time I painted outdoor furniture, a few spots started peeling after a few months and I want to avoid that. For cushions, I found a set in a neutral oat color that should hold up well in the sun and maybe we can throw a knitted blanket over the back for colder evenings. I was also thinking a few hanging lanterns with battery candles would look nice around the seating area. Nothing too bright, just enough to keep the space usable after dark. Have you ever tried those solar string lights that look like Edison bulbs? I have heard mixed things. Let me know what time works for you to come by and take a look at the space.