The "I Don't Want To Cook Dinner" Dinner...

Let's face it, there are nights that you just don't feel like dealing with cooking dinner...tonight was one of those nights. Sure, I could have taken us out for dinner or let my fingers do the walking across the smart phone screen but, I was struck by an inspiration while passing the meat counter at our local grocery store...Turkey, Spinach & Feta patties.

Not including the protein that you select, here is what you will need on your cutting board to create this very simple meal...

• Spinach, kale, or a leafy green that you like (we used spinach & kale)
• Cherry tomatoes (we picked some yellow and red ones)
• Olive oil
• Balsamic vinegar
• Baguette
• Fresh ginger
• Flavorgod 'Everything' Seasoning

1. MAKE THE CROUTONS - Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Cube the bread and place  cubes on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season with the Flavorgod 'Everything' seasoning. Place in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until a toasty, golden brown.

2. COOK THE PROTEIN - Be sure to cook all meats to a safe temperature.

3. MAKE THE SALAD - Mix (I used a glass jar) three parts olive oil to one part balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Using a zester, grate the ginger until you have two or three tablespoons. In a large bowl, add the mixed greens, tomatoes, dressing, and the fresh grated ginger - put the lid on and toss.

4. PLATE YOUR FOOD AND ENJOY - Plate the protein and salad, making sure to top the salad with your croutons. 

You might be thinking that it is a huge pain in the rump roast to make your own dressing and croutons but, it really isn't and you have full control over what ingredients craft your end product. Give it a whirl and I suspect that you will find that it takes moderately more effort than selecting, buying, and opening that bottle or box. Oh, the end-to-end time for this Undinner? Just twelve minutes...

Eat well my friends...