First, let me say that food irks me. I love cooking -- LOVE it. But I don't enjoy a lot of things that many foodies love. Basically: I don't touch raw meat, including chicken breasts. I wear gloves. It's true. I wear disposable gloves when I touch any raw meat. I look ridiculous. I am a freak about raw eggs, and any type of "juice" touching my countertops. I go through TONS of countertop cleaner. I also have never tried scallops, lobster, clams, crab, and until 2 weeks ago, shrimp. So tonight was a bit of an event:
But first...isn't she just the sweetest baby you've ever seen? Yes, she is
A little cheese plate to start it out. Who doesn't love cheese?
Peppers, mushrooms and artichokes. Delish.
Butter (it was melted later)
Ta Da! I did it. I touched, prepared, and actually TRIED crab. I know, big deal, right? Maybe one day I'll actually order it in a restaurant....
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