I would also like to know how long it takes to make a first over-the-phone impression, if that is possible, but if not, just how long it takes to make a first impression -- before people make up their minds about you -- would be helpful.
1 Whisk olive oil, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; brush mixture over vegetables. 2  Cook skewers on preheated grill until vegetables are tender, turning and basting vegetables with olive oil mixture occasionally, 10 to 15 minutes.  See how to pickle grilled cucumbers and red peppers.
1 Toss carrots, potatoes, shallots, oil, salt and pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet. 2  Roast the vegetables on the highest rack for 1 hour, stirring once. 3  Increase the oven temperature to 425Â°F. 4  Stir the vegetables again and transfer to the lowest rack. Roast the vegetables on the highest rack for 1 hour, stirring once. 2  Increase the oven temperature to 425Â°F. 3  Stir the vegetables again and transfer to the lowest rack. 4  Roast until the vegetables are browned and crisp, about 20 minutes more, stirring once.