Mortar and Pestle

February 27, 2010 - Posted by Amy

Keith and I are not really into giving gifts to each other on a regular basis, especially expensive gifts. When Keith does give me a gift, however, it is always something that shows he is paying attention to my interests. For example, for Christmas, he bought me a mortar and pestle. It’s made of marble. I think he said it cost about $15.

mortar and pestle

Several months ago, I listened to a podcast of The Splendid Table. Lynne Rossetto Kasper was interviewing a woman about using a mortar and pestle to prepare food. The woman had a very interesting accent and spoke romantically about what a pleasure it was to be so connected to your food as you prepare it. I was enamored. Keith remembered.

I hadn’t found an opportunity for using it until today. I was making lentil soup, which called for crushed garlic cloves. Aha! I have just the thing!

crushing garlic

crushed garlic

Has anyone else received (or given) a very thoughtful gift lately?

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3 Comments

  1. Janet Saxon says:

    No, but the lentil soup sure does sound good.

    ... on February 27th, 2010
  2. Dad says:

    When I saw it at your house, I thought it was just decorative. But you have a use for it !!

    ... on February 28th, 2010
  3. Marisa says:

    What a lovely gift. My husband uses his mortar and pestle all the time. I love the aroma of crushed spices wafting through the kitchen.

    Anthony gave me a video monitor for my birthday. I think it qualifies as thoughtful, since I asked for it at Christmas and he forgot!

    ... on March 2nd, 2010