Book Club: The Promise of Stardust

For us book club has been about getting together and keeping in touch... Oh and wine! Ok. Throw a book in there too! This gathering, hosted by Katie, was a prime example.  Both Katie and Ella were in town from out of state and it was like no time had lapsed at all.  The book The Promise of Stardust  by Priscille Sibley was not a favorite for most of us.  Read it if you like a lot of medical detail and stories of sadness and loss.  Katie prepared a fabulous Paleo Chicken Piccata which redeemed the night.

The Menu

Fresh Green Salad

Herb Roasted Potatoes

Chicken Piccata with Capers

Click the link above for a chicken recipe similar to Katie's.  The potatoes make a great, easy side dish.  Chop small yellow potatoes into quarters, toss in olive oil, add crushed garlic and sprinkle with sea salt, pepper and herbs such as rosemary and thyme. Spread the potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast at 350 degrees for approximately an hour.  Stir with a spatula a couple of times during the roasting process.  The potatoes should be brown, soft and slightly crispy. This a great dish for entertaining because you can have it prepared in advance and pop in the oven before your guests arrive.

The peach pie Katie served for dessert was definitely not Paleo approved but is was delicious! 
Thanks to Katie and Ella for making it a priority to get together when they visit.   Also, thanks to Jamie for letting Katie use her kitchen!