Cowboy Caviar

I spent four days up north visiting friends this summer.  Since I hate to arrive empty handed I brought along Barefoot Contessa Outrageous Brownies (yes...they ARE OUTRAGEOUS) and Cowboy Caviar.  I have no idea why it's called Cowboy Caviar...the beans perhaps?  Both were a huge hit.  You can find the Outrageous brownie recipe on the Barefoot Contessa website.  Thought you'd enjoy the Cowboy Caviar recipe too.

Cowboy Caviar

1 Can black beans, drained

1 Can Black-eyed peas, drained

1 Can whole kernel corn, drained

2 stalks celery, finely chopped

1/2 small red onion, finely chopped

1/2 red pepper, finely chopped

1/2 green pepper, finely chopped

Handful of cilantro, finely chopped

1/2 Cup olive oil

3/4 Cup sugar 

1/2 Cup cider vinegar

Biol oil, sugar and vinegar for three minutes.  Cool.  Mix dressing with vegetables.  The longer it marinates the better it tastes.  Serve with scoops

Enjoy!

Window Box

I tried Dragon Wing Begonia in the window box this year...with great success.  This is s shady location until later in the day so not everything will flourish.  Dragon Wing Begonia's have never failed to perform.  And, combined with sweet potato vines, I'd say it's a winner!

Wait...what's that I see in the window?  Why...it's Gracie...

You Can't Take The Boy out of the Man

Had a complaint from a loyal follower (love all 9 of you guys).  A one word comment:  "....yawn."  I get it....you want more, interesting, exciting posts.  Well...here it is!  Mr. A has purchased a Honda Metropolitan scooter!  Now....Mike wants one too!

I'm off to buy lots of bandages and antibiotic cream!  Stay tuned!