Today was "clean the silverware" day. I had brought home these aluminum pans from lunch yesterday (to recycle), and decided they would first be put to use getting the tarnish off my flatware. How it works: Place the silverware in the aluminum pan, sprinkle with baking soda, then pour in boiling water. A final wash, rinse, and dry, and voila! Shiny and tarnish free!
Tonight was also Fondue night with my grad school pals (Diane, Susan, and Heidi). I tried a new recipe from Epicurious: Irish Cheddar and Stout with Brussels sprouts, red potatoes, apple slices and cauliflower for dipping.
Diane's kitty, "Buddy." He is a RIOT! Diane had recently purchased a new couch, and Buddy is firmly convinced that it is HIS. Andy (Diane's husband), says it's the most expensive cat bed around! ha!