
As a child this was one of my favorite meals. My mom reserved it for special occasions since it takes time to prepare, but when she made it, my siblings and I always devoured it. My sister requested it every birthday—she even had it for her high school graduation. Three of the four of us were born in July, and when she asked for this early in the month it meant I got to enjoy one of my favorites early too. It’s a nostalgic dish that became linked to celebrations in our family.