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Savory Roasted Carrots With Mushrooms, Garden Gimlet, and Circe

June 1, 2025
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The book selection, beverage creation, and savory roasted recipe offer an enriching experience. Pairing the earthy and aromatic Savory Roasted Carrots with Mushrooms with Madeline Miller's 'Circe' blends the culinary and literary worlds beautifully. Enjoy a delightful Garden Gimlet with the book to enhance the nuanced flavors of both the dish and the story. The combination crafts a multi-sensory journey, inviting deep reflection and discussion.
Savory Roasted Carrots With Mushrooms

Ingredients

  • 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
  • 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Prepare the vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, toss the carrot sticks and halved mushrooms with olive oil, minced garlic, thyme or rosemary, salt, and pepper until well coated.
  • Roast the vegetables: Spread the carrots and mushrooms in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the carrots are tender and the mushrooms are browned.
  • Finish with balsamic: If using, drizzle balsamic vinegar over the roasted vegetables during the last 5 minutes of roasting for added depth of flavor.
  • Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot alongside your favorite main dishes.

Circe

Circe

A re-imagining of ancient Greek myth, Madeline Miller's 'Circe' explores themes of mortality, female empowerment, and identity through the lens of one of history's most infamous sorceresses.
Di istana Helios, dewa matahari, lahir seorang anak perempuan. Tetapi Circe anak yang aneh––tidak berkuasa seperti ayahnya, juga tidak memikat seperti ibunya. Karena tak punya teman, Circe mencarinya di dunia manusia, dan mengembangkan kemampuannya sebagai penyihir. Zeus, yang merasa terancam, mengasingkannya ke pulau terpencil. Circe mengasah bakatnya dan bertemu banyak tokoh paling termasyhur dalam mitologi, di antaranya Minotaur, Daedalus dan Icarus, Medea, dan Odysseus yang lihai. Tetapi wanita yang hanya sendirian menghadapi banyak bahaya, dan Circe tanpa sengaja membangkitkan murka manusia dan dewa-dewa, sehingga mesti berhadapan dengan dewa Olympus yang paling menakutkan dan pendendam. Untuk melindungi apa yang paling dicintainya, Circe harus mengerahkan seluruh kekuatannya dan memilih dengan tegas, apakah hendak berpihak kepada dewa-dewa yang telah melahirkannya, atau manusia yang telanjur disayanginya.

Discussion Questions

  • How does Miller explore the theme of transformation throughout 'Circe'?
  • In what ways does the book challenge traditional perceptions of female characters in mythology?
  • Discuss Circe's relationship with her family and how it affects her identity.
  • What roles do power and isolation play in Circe's life?
  • How does the author intertwine mythological elements with contemporary themes?
  • Examine the development of Circe's character over time. What key moments are most transformative for her?
  • How do different gods in the story represent aspects of humanity?
  • Discuss the role of magic in the book and its significance to Circe.
  • What does the story suggest about the nature of exile and belonging?
  • How does 'Circe' redefine heroism within the context of the story?
Authors: Madeline Miller
ISBN: 9780316556347
Publisher: Gramedia pustaka utama
Published Date: 2019-04-22

Garden Gimlet

Garden Gimlet
The Garden Gimlet is a refreshing twist on the classic cocktail, combining the earthy flavors of gin with the brightness of fresh lime and the subtle herbal notes of garden-fresh basil.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz gin
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup
  • 5 fresh basil leaves
  • Ice
  • Lime wheel for garnish

Instructions

  • Muddle the basil leaves in a shaker to release their oils.
  • Add gin, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice to the shaker.
  • Shake vigorously until well chilled.
  • Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass.
  • Garnish with a lime wheel and a basil sprig.
  • Serve immediately.