Spring treats

 

The whole house smells wonderfully of hyacinths. I cut the nicest ones yesterday and brought them inside before the rain bends the heavy flowers into the dirt.

Last September, I remembered to buy a bag of bulbs from Costco and they bloomed florist perfect. Like tulips, hyacinths peter out over time. But what a rewarding flower for not much work or expense.

We had the first asparagus last night, all the way from Mexico and less than $2 a pound. It is a wonderful world, for those of us lucky enough to have such abundant and fresh food. I cooked them lightly in olive oil and butter, with a splash of lemon juice.

To go with, a baked potato and a little sirloin steak. Yes, the plates were cleaned. Sometimes we have the willpower to save a bit for a steak nacho lunch the next day. Not this time.