‘Twas the day before Christmas…

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‘Twas the day before Christmas, it was busy in the kitchen,
The prime rib a roastin’ had the house smell bitchin’.

The turkey for smoking was brining with great care,
In hopes it would be juicy without depending on just a prayer.

The family wrapped presents, and hid them under the bed,
With visions of brioche dancing in their heads.

When out on the porch there arose such a flurry,
It was the Fedex man, making a final delivery.

Away to the door, I flew like a flash,
Handed him a tip with a wad of cash.

Tore open the box, it was from my friend Chef Dave at Earthy,
Oh, what was in the surprise box, was I worthy?

Drum roll….

Umm…..

Hmmmm….

A lump of coal?

Squeal! Joy! My giddiness out of control.

A black Oregon truffle, so big I could sing!

And maybe even worth more than my wedding ring.

What to make? Lobster? Risotto? Maybe roast pork?
Whatever the dish, just wanted to wish, a late Merry Christmas from the big dork.