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The Twenty-Fifth of Ganrath, 468th Year Of The Empire
Dear Readers,
First and foremost, I want to thank my faithful patrons. Without you, none of this would be possible. You are assisting me in fulfilling my life's dream of dining and sharing the unique cultures and cuisines from around our lands. I would also like to thank those who just subscribed to my enchantment. Welcome to the family! I hope you enjoy what I share of my travels and the recipes I share.
When last we spoke, I was preparing to journey with a band of adventurers into the lair of a dragon to acquire some of its meat for the recipe. Unfortunately, we've run into difficulties.
As we made our way up the mountain range, we didn't realize that the air would get thinner and thinner the higher we scaled. We grew lightheaded and dizzy, and soon found ourselves disoriented and lost in the maze of rocks and crevices that riddled the mountainside.
The party became separated. I found myself alone with Selenar. Who still harbored a deep grudge for my inquisitive nature, but nonetheless begrudgingly aided me. Without the cleric's presence, I am sure I would have wandered those rocky craigs for the remainder of my life.
Through sheer luck or providence, it seems that Dathor's greataxe became lodged in a crevice deep within one of the boulders surrounding us, signaling us that he was not far away.
With renewed energy, we two pushed forward into an underground cave opening hidden behind some thickets at the base of the ascent.
His location as well as Ishael and Aliasbe Is unknown to me, but I have faith that the cleric and I will reunite with our companions post haste.
Before I go, I want to leave you with our meal tonight made from ingredients I've found around our cave.
Cave-side Herb-Crusted Mushroom Skewers
Ingredients:
- A handful of fire-kissed mushrooms (foraged from the mountainside, with a hint of smokiness)
- 1 clove of garlic, minced (harvested from the rocky soil near the cave entrance)
- A sprig of moonlit sage (plucked from a nearby moss-covered rock)
- A pinch of ground shimmerleaf (a rare spice that sparkles when added to food)
- Salt and pepper to taste (from my trusty spice pouch)
- Wooden skewers (crafted from sturdy branches found near the cave entrance)
Instructions:
1. Start by lighting a small fire in a safe spot within the cave, using dry twigs and moss as kindling. This will provide the necessary heat for cooking the mushroom skewers.
2. Carefully clean the fire-kissed mushrooms by gently brushing off any dirt or debris. Leave them whole or slice them into bite-sized pieces, depending on their size and your preference.
3. In a makeshift mortar and pestle, combine the minced garlic, moonlit sage leaves, and a pinch of ground shimmerleaf. Grind them together until they form a fragrant herb mixture.
4. Thread the fire-kissed mushrooms onto the wooden skewers, alternating with a sprinkling of the herb mixture on each layer. Repeat until all the mushrooms and herbs are used.
5. Hold the skewers over the fire, ensuring the mushrooms are cooked evenly and the flavors meld together. Rotate them occasionally to prevent burning and to achieve a delicious, golden-brown crust.
6. Season the mushroom skewers with salt and pepper to taste, using Hathorn's trusty spice pouch to add a dash of flavor.
7. Once the mushrooms are cooked to perfection, remove them from the fire and let them cool for a moment. Enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through the cave.
8. Serve the Cave-side Herb-Crusted Mushroom Skewers as a simple and satisfying appetizer, relishing the earthy flavors of the fire-kissed mushrooms and the subtle herbal notes of the moonlit sage.
Note: Remember to exercise caution when cooking in a cave, ensuring proper ventilation and fire safety measures. Additionally, use your best judgment when foraging for mushrooms, ensuring they are safe and edible varieties.
Selenar has declared this delicacy as "tasting like vomited dirt." I, on the other hand, believe this to be one of the most flavorful meals I've had in quite some time. Selenar declined to finish the meal, so I made do with the uneaten food.
Now here we sit, waiting with cautious anticipation for Dathor and the others to rejoin us with news of adventures inside this cave system. Will he have found what he's been looking for? Only time will tell...until next time readers!
Sincerely yours,
Hathor Rophine
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