Chef Ron has just published some of his up coming menus to kick off summer.  We hope to see you.

As June arrives, school lets out and summer heats up, it’s time to get the grill fired up and stay out of the kitchen.  This lamb sandwich makes a wonderful, flavorful and easy meal.  Serve it with your favorite tabbouli salad or a watermelon, arugula and feta salad and pair it with a favorite wine.  Enjoy! 

Spiced Lamb Sandwiches                 

Serves 4-5       Adapted From Bon Appetit magazine, July 2014

INGREDIENTS

1 1/4+/- pounds ground lamb

1/2 medium onion, very finely chopped

1/4 cup  + 2 TBSP chopped fresh parsley

1/2 tablespoon ground coriander

1/4 teaspoon, rounded ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp kosher salt

1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1/8 cup olive oil, plus more for grilling

4 - 5 small pita breads with pockets or naan bread 

Optional garnish ideas:

Tzatziki cucumber yogurt sauce, diced fresh tomatoes shredded lettuce, feta, chopped kalamatta olives 

INSTRUCTIONS

Using a fork, mix lamb, onion, parsley, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, salt, pepper and 1/8 cup oil in a large bowl. Form into patties. Cover and chill at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours. 

Prepare grill for medium heat and oil grate. Grill patties, about 4-5 min per side. 

Open warmed pita and fill with lamb patty, lettuce and yogurt sauce and other garnish(es) desired OR wrap lamb in naan and top with garnishes. 

Mountain Home Lodge was honored to be included as "21 Best Romantic Getaways in Washington State".

Enjoyed hiking with my dear guests this week.  We grabbed this picture above the Lodge.

Pretty fine life I lead... spoiled by my many guest "pals"!  They invite me to hike and romp in the woods and reward me with tummy rubs like this morning from my personal masseuse!   Enjoy your holiday weekend. 

Great weather today... approaching 80 degrees!  Here is the view of my domain from the birds perspective courtesy of my dad's new drone.  He had a crash early on, but seems to be a better pilot this time around.  

Our Overlook Trail for spring hiking with MHL and Leavenworth in the background.

Any plans for the upcoming 3-day holiday weekend?  As the new Concierge I would like to offer you a $50 discount on a 3-night visit if you can get away this weekend.   The trails and wild flowers are exceptional this spring and the pool is in the mid-70's for a refreshing dip or two.  We only have a few rooms and a cabin left to fill, so act quick to enjoy this treat.  I can't wait to take a hike with you or relax poolside.  Cheers - Millie

I am excited to share with you our new website at the same address of mthome.com.  I personally love the new web site because now I get my very own blog... "Millie's Mumblings"!  As the official greeter, trail escort and lodge dog, mom and dad have finally recognized my importance and given me a fancy title (Concierge!) and a blog.  Now I just need to see if I can get a raise... perhaps real food rather than just crunchy kibbles?  In the meantime, let me introduce myself.  I have lived here on the mountain since birth as my litter was foster puppies at our neighbors barn back in January 2010.  I am 5 1/2 years old and a mix of yellow lab, golden retriever and shar-pei!  I am super mellow, pensive and love to hike.  I have 2 "siblings"...  Jack and Cracker aka the cats.  This is my blog to share with you what's up at the Lodge and in our area.   We are in for some fun!