“I am trying to buy a Greek-style church in Trumansburg,” Lella volunteered.
“Really? Aren’t you just here for a visit?”
“I identified with it.”
Lella told Rufus about Livia and John and their project idea.
“What are you going to do if the deal goes through?” Rufus asked.
“We made a low offer, so perhaps they won’t accept it!” she laughed.
“That’s the way to do it,” Rufus said. “Don’t get emotionally attached, or you’ll lose the upper hand.”
Lella was silent for a moment, reflecting.
“Do you have a food processor?” she asked.
Lella removed the endive and pulled off the outer leaves. She gave the hearts to Rufus to puree, while she caramelized the outer leaves in the orange butter. Then she diced two shallots and put them in another skillet, with olive oil, where the risotto would
