Anyway enough moaning, we have had a lovely warm couple of days which has seen us up in the naya all afternoon, lovely feeling the warmth of the sun and we were presented with the most spectacular sunset
A very relaxed Benji
Before Christmas I had asked if there was any wild boar being sold from the shooting, there wasn't and I didn't really think about it again. However there was a knock at the door and our spanish friend asking if we wanted half a pig, grabbed at the opportunity and for a reasonable price. The only draw back was that is what I got, 1/2 a boar. Only thing for it was to sharpen the knives, grab the hacksaw and start. Hubby disappeared toot sweet so I set about the task. It took me about 2 hours to do but ended up with meat in various cuts, ribs, fillet, 4 leg joints loads cut ready for slow cooking and bones for a broth. Suffice to say it was boar casserole for dinner and very nice it was too. I have only ever dealt with birds before as we used to have geese, ducks, chickens and pheasants at the farm, the larger animals were sent to the abattoir. Really nice to have something different as lamb is very expensive here and we rarely have beef.
have fun, take care.
The sunset is beautiful Chrissie. I so hope that things calm down a little for you in February as January has certainly been stressful. I cannot imagine what I would do if someone came to my door with half a boar in tow. Run for the hills I should think. I am amazed and in awe that you would be able to tackle this on your own - fantastic!! I hope that you enjoy eating it. xx
ReplyDeleteIt really was beautiful, the hues were quite astounding and watching it change was spectacular too. Wild boar is quite gamey in taste but rather like venison needs gentle care in cooking but the effort is certainly worth it. The guy delivering it had a smurk on his face but this soon faded as I calmly took it. Learnt that lesson years ago, keep a straight face and they don't know what to do!!lol
DeleteAbsolutely stunning photos, Chrissie! But so sorry to hear you're suffering; not surprising really - as you say, you've been holding it all in and together for a while now.
ReplyDeleteAnd well done on tackling the beast - I am not sure I could do the same, though I bet it will taste fantastic!
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You are quite right, I just seem to tackle each day as it comes so really wasn't forward in thinking on this one, but it will not last long cos I won't let it! Good job it was at least skinned as I don't think my knives would have coped, must admit I always insisted that the rabbits caught on the land were at least skinned, couldn't do that, daft isn't it? I mentioned it to our local friends and I think they are queuing up at the door for an open evening hmmmmm don't think so lol
Deletejust staggeringly beautiful sunset pictures... I wanted to come and sit and have a wine with you. ... and some wild boar .... don't push yourself... you have had an emotionally draining time and need to let your body catch up with how it has been getting you through....
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Ooh wouldn't that be nice, nibbles, drinks and good company and I could pester you for ideas on how to do fmq as brilliantly as you
DeleteI've just caught up with your last post, such wonderful news, I'm so pleased for you all. It's no wonder you're feeling as you are now though, you've been keeping it all together for everyone so now it's your turn to be looked after. Take some time for yourself, your body is telling you that you need it. It isn't just the physical, it's the emotional turmoil which Cancer brings, both to the patient and the family, which you all need to recover from. Take a leaf out of Benji's book, it doesn't look as though he has much trouble chilling out. That sunset it amazing, such vibrant colours. Enjoy the boar, I wouldn't have had a clue how to set about it.
ReplyDeleteThank you and you are so right, its keeping the veneer in place and not allowing yourself to visit the emotional cos its too difficult, its funny as Benji is the only one out our 8 furries that has been climbing onto my lap and just 'being' who says animals don't know. He was the runt of the litter and as bald as a badger but has some special qualities. Hopefully Daniel and Shine will be out soon and we can share some of the boar
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