Kitchen Witchery

One of the most enjoyable events that my husband and I attended, was a Kitchen Witchery gathering that was held at the Holston Valley Unitarian Universalist Church (HVUUC), and sponsored by The Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans (CUUPs).

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Kelly (I wish I remembered her last name) was our "Sous Chef". She lead our group of about 10 people in preparing veggie lasagna from scratch. (Including the noodles!) Kelly brought the necessary ingredients and each participant was asked to bring something to add to the mix, or a side dish. Several "gardeners" of the group, brought fresh herbs, and fresh garden zucchini and tomatoes that we added to the sauce. YUM!

I don't have the gift of a green thumb, so, even though my famous "garbage" salad was made with grocery store lettuce, peepers, cucumbers, mushrooms, black olives, green olives, it was still a huge success.

We each took turns rolling out the dough, and/or mixing the sauce and cheese mixtures. During the prep and cooking we socialized, and discussed the magical properties of each of the ingredients.

And then we all sat down together and enjoyed the food that we prepared. I think our quick-paced society has forgotten this experience of spending time with each other, preparing and sharing a meal. It was absolutely amazing.

I would encourage all of you to organize for your own groups. The camaraderie and fellowship that is felt simply by cooking and sharing a meal is absolutely incredible. 

This weekend, was the 2015-16 CUUPs planning meeting, and I suggested that we do a similar event this year. So, in October, we are planning a Kitchen Witchery - STONE SOUP!

I have no doubts that it will be just as successful as our lasagna  dinner. Now to find a copy of the book.....

Bon Appetit!