More from the park

Breakfast at Como

Here are a few pictures from the park. Thanks Becky for the wonderful idea and time. And thank you Alicia and Becky for chauffering my kids and I around.

Enjoying coffee and crossaints with Nutella.
Caleb thought I would enjoy seeing his food rather than his smile. :)
NiennaThat's a Mommy for you - Christa pushing 2 of her boys in the swings.

Emma and Xavier riding their bikes to the parade

NE Minneapolis Parade

These horses came right up to the sidewalk and all the kids got to pet their noses. This horse sneezed on Jared and Peter which made them laugh.

Peanut-Ginger Marinade

Peanut-Ginger Marinade

(Makes about 1 1/2 cups)

Ingredients:1/2 cup hot water1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 cup chili paste (can omit but it's really good!) 1/4 cup soy sauce2 Tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil2 Tablespoons white vinegar (rice vinegar works well)2 teaspoons grated ginger root1 teaspoon brown sugar4 cloves minced garlic (less to make it kid-friendly)1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (less too make it kid-friendly)

Directions:1. In a medium bowl, gradually stir hot water into the peanut butter. Stir in chili paste, soy sauce, oil, vinegar, garlic, ginger, brown sugar and ground red pepper until mixed. It will be thick. If desired, add more water to thin it a bit. This is great for chicken on the grill. Just place chicken in marinade, coating evenly. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Make extra to use as a dipping sauce.

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