Supper by the Fire

This has been one of our favorite Wintertime traditions- supper by the fire. As
spring begins to make subtle appearances we've been savoring the end of winter
with lots of fires. 

Our new favorite salad: Orange Salad with Avocado and Shallot Vinaigrette


1 TB chopped shallot
3 TB olive oil
1 TB fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp salt
fresh pepper to taste
2 large oranges
1 avocado
2 TB thinly sliced red onion (optional)
1 TB chopped italian parsley

Combine the first five ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk together, taste, and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
Cut the peel away from the orange then slice in 1/4 '' rounds.  Arrange on two separate
plates, top with sliced avocado and onion (if using) Spoon a bit of the dressing on each plate. Top with fresh parsley
and serve immediately.