Last Friday night I lost count at 5 shots of tequila. I am pretty sure that was all I had of Jose, but I know I had some kind of coffee shot, a few beers, and a martini.
We eventually left the bar, ended up somewhere else (why?), and made friends with a deaf fellow. Did you know Maxie knows sing language? And I write pretty awesome notes when I am shattered? I think even my handwriting was slurry.
Maxie was spending the night and thanks to the kindness of (a sober) Deutlich, we were dropped off safely. When we rolled into the apartment, Maxie promptly laid on the floor, about two feet from my bed. Apparently, her legs could just not carry her a step further. It took me a good three minutes to get her on the bed, where we immediately passed the hell out.
The next morning I had forgotten all of this.
So when I woke up, just wearing a black sequin bra and underwear with my back turned to someone snoring, I freaked the fuck out. I was terrified to turn over. It has been a long time since I have done something so stupid.
You will never understand the relief I felt when I rolled over to see Maxie passed out beside me.
I happily rolled back over, a smile on my face. A few hours later, we were up and I was greeted first thing by a very valid question from my friend: “Are you hugging a teddy bear in your underwear?”
Why, yes, yes I was. I was a mess.
We eventually dragged our asses out of bed, I ran out to get us muffins, and the day began. I was throwing a small dinner party that night and needed to get supplies. I ended up making a mac and cheese with shrimp and bacon, because…well, I am lazy and bacon makes people happy. Plus stuff like mac and cheese is affordable and doesn’t keep you chained to the kitchen all night as your guests enjoy themselves and you sweat.
Everyone really liked this, but it is one of those cases where I wonder if they were humoring me. This was good, no doubt, but I let it sit on the counter for about an hour before popping it in the oven and I think it was a bit dry. Also, the cheese was too mild. Next time I think I would add something really pungent in there to bring it up a level. lastly, I used super tiny baby shrimp. bade move. You could taste it, but not really see it. Still, it was pasta with loads of cheese and bacon; you cannot really go too horribly astray. Next time I think I will just get it in the oven stat and make a few tweaks.
Even though the weekend was a bit messy, a touch sloppy, I think it was an overall success. I mean, I sure did spend a lot of time in my underwear in bed. That is always a win.
Mac and 6 Cheeses with Bacon and Shrimp
8 oz extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
8 oz monterrey jack cheese, shredded
5 oz fontina cheese, shredded
1 brick light cream cheese
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese, plus 3 TBSP
1 1/2 cups low fat milk
2 TBSP flour
Tabasco (as much as you like)
2 TBSP dijon mustard
Salt and pepper
1 package thick cut bacon (10 slices), diced and cooked until crispy
1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped (cook it if raw in salted boiling water or buy precooked)
1 cup panko bread crumbs
2 boxes pasta (I prefer rotini or penne with lines)
Preheat oven to 375. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8 minutes. While pasta cooks, add all the cheese, milk, flour, salt, pepper, tabsaco and mustard to a large pot over medium heat. Whisk continually until melted and smooth. Drain pasta and mix pasta and cheese mixture together. Add shrimp and bacon and stir. Mix together panko and remaining 3 TBSP parmesan cheese with some pepper. Dump pasta in a large casserole dish (I needed two) and them top with panko mixture. Bake for about 35 minutes (until bubbling).
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You’re a braver person than me, I’ll give you that! My limit for Tequila is two shots (three if I’m not driving that particular evening), and it sure as hell ain’t Jose (July 4th six years ago – THAT was messy).
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:22 am
I don’t think I am brave…I think I am an idiot.
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Which is less dignified: waking up alone, fully dressed, on top of the covers, or waking up next to a friend in your finest lingerie? I’ve done both often enough to be unsure of the answer.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:26 am
This is a very tough call but at least it was not a stranger.
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It was Van Gogh Double Espresso (The coffee shot).
Mac and Cheese with shrimp? Sounds surprisingly good.
<3
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Kayode Kendall Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 6:58 am
I knew it! I love that shit! Nice to know there’s some place other than Asylum in Adams Morgan that serves it.
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PQ Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 10:10 am
Rumors also has it. The Bottom Line has the Three Olives one.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:27 am
The more you know–I had no idea. Thanks, dear.
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PQ Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 10:11 am
Well, the only reason I know is because 1)I requested it and 2)I always like to know what I’m drinking
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Mmmm, tequila. But, five shots worth? Ouch.
That said, some teddy bear lovin’ always helps. Oh, and mac and cheese. That looks DELICIOUS.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:27 am
Ouch is a pretty good word for it.
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It is weird waking up with someone that wasn’t there to begin with. Damn, I am kind of hungover today and could really use some mac n cheese. Ummm, cheese.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:28 am
Yeah, there is still some in my fridge but today is probably the last day it can be eaten.
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God we are awesome.
I promise we were NOT humoring you. It was really good. In fact you can bring me some right now if you want.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:28 am
On my way to west virginia, love.
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tequila will get you every time.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:30 am
Yes, yes it will.
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Did you save the notes? Could be funny to read them the next morning. Like watching fotos of a night you bareley remember.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:31 am
I think he has the notes…not sure. The night is a bit hazy.
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OMG, my mouth is watering. Not over you in your sequined underwear, but that Mac and 6 Kinds of Awesome.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:31 am
I am sad it is not over me in my sequined underwear.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:36 am
I feel so special.
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I keep hearing Groucho saying, “This morning I hugged a teddy bear in my underwear. Why he was wearing them I’ll never know.”
Perhaps it’s time for some coffee.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:36 am
It is always time for coffee.
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So is this why you are taking a month off?
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:37 am
It may be a contributing factor.
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Tequila is a whore. And that looks delish!
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:57 am
Dirtiest of all the whores.
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I promise, I’m not being mean, but all the spelling mistakes made me giggle. A bit hung over?
=]
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 7:56 am
I gave up drinking for a month, so no. I fixed the typos, but if you stick around, you will learn it is part of my charm.
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Tequila. UGH. Actually, that’s how I knew my hubby was a keeper (before we were married). I threw up in his car (Damn Jose) and he didn’t drop me like a hot potato!
And, what other cheese would you add to really bump up the mac and cheese? It looks FAB but I want to know what other cheese to put in it! Thanks!
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 11:16 am
I might use a swiss type cheese…maybe even a handful of a blue.
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Tequila brings so much joy for a brief period of time but then…
Mac and cheese with shrimp? I’m not a shrimp with cheese fan, so I don’t know about this.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 11:17 am
It is good, trust me.
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It could have been worse, you could have woken up next to McGruff the crime dog in a sombrero.
As they say, tequila is a harsh mistress, jealous of all other contents of your stomach.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 11:17 am
Tequila is a vicious whore.
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I can’t imagine that they were humoring you. That dish looks delicious.
Also, tequila did not love me last Friday.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 11:18 am
Why thanks–maybe they weren’t. I just wasn’t totally jazzed.
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Is there something wrong with hugging your teddy bear in your bed? ‘Cause… I still sleep with mine and I’m 26. Anyone who’s got a problem with my bed partner is gonna answer to ME.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 11:18 am
Ha, hey it is better than hugging Maxie in my underwear.
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Peregrine John Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 1:50 pm
That sort of depends on your point of view.
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Tequila is the devil’s brew. Mac and cheese, however, is pretty much nirvana on a plate.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 11:29 am
A study in contrasts.
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Can I be honest here? I have no idea what this means:
“Are you hugging a teddy bear in your underwear?”
In my defense, I am very uncool, so please don’t hold my ignorance against me.
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Lemmonex Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 11:29 am
Ha, no hidden meaning. I was in my underwear and I was hugging my teddy bear.
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well they do say tequila makes your clothes come off.
i hear this from others ONLY.
and not sure if it’s your thing, but i made the yummiest baked mac not too long ago and added in some spicy/hot cheese and it was real good.
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Velveeta keeps the mac and cheese moirst, cheddar brings the flavor, that’s what my sis taught me.
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mmm shrimp and bacon mac ‘n cheese.
i wonder if i’m the only guy that’s never had major issues with tequila? last time i had that many shots i was fine the next morning.
jägermeister on the other hand… *shudder*
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Peregrine John Reply:
August 13th, 2009 at 1:51 pm
Nope, you’re not the only one. It’s gin that gets to me.
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Ugh I have spent the entire week sick in bed with the flu and this is the FIRST thing to inspire hunger in me. Mac and cheese. If I pay you, will you delivery this to me and then spoon me?
I promise I am not contagious anymore.
xo
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You can never go wrong with a good M & C. I adore the shrimp & crab M & C at Logan’s Tavern, first introduced to me by Velvet in Dupont, who knows her way around.
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I’ve had a stuffed dog since I was 18. He is raggedy as all get out.
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