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First off TODAY IS MY BIRTHDAY!!! WOOHOOO!!! I am off enjoying the day with my husband… Anyways, today’s recipe is for Spinach & Lentil Curry Soup. I made this soup the other night and about a million times before. My mother gave me the recipe, so I am unsure of its origin. That being said,… [Read More...]
For Christmas I received Barefoot Contessa How Easy Is That?: Fabulous Recipes & Easy Tips by Ina Garten. I’ve really enjoyed this cookbook, because it makes otherwise intimidating dishes incredibly simple and accessible. There are also great kitchen/cooking tips that capitalize on functionality. In fact, I regularly refer to it for dinner inspiration. We’ve actually… [Read More...]
Sometimes comfort food is where it’s at- that is when “it” is a happy and full tummy. And that is exactly what happened tonight when Lukus and I busted out some spicy meatballs. These are great on their own or served over pasta. Now, I do not claim to be some Italian-mama, but these meatballs… [Read More...]
My husband Lukus is one of those strange genetic mutations who can eat a ton of desserts and doesn’t gain weight. Go ahead. Hate him. I do. Or at least I am insanely jealous! All that being said, he does make some delicious treats. And one of the best is his Coffee Popcorn Crunch. Therefore,… [Read More...]
Beets are one of those divisive things. Like politics. No, but seriously, people seem to either love beets or hate them. I am a proud lover. And frankly, I tend to think that the people who claim to hate them have either never tried them or only eaten them out of the can. Along with… [Read More...]
We spent last night out and about (watching the Auburn v. Oregon game… nice going Auburn!) leaving me worn out today. Needless to say, Lukus and I plan to spend this evening close to home. As in on the couch. Perhaps we’ll include the occasional trip to the kitchen for sustenance, but definitely a stay… [Read More...]
Confession time: I am not all healthy and wholesome meals. I have a huge love for dessert containing both peanut butter and chocolate. Huge. As in, I stand in line at the checkout and the Reese’s Cups actually call out my name. Okay, maybe the other people in line can’t hear their tiny voices, but… [Read More...]
Today is a little bit brighter, a little bit more beautiful than yesterday! Why? Well, my beloved Seminoles defeated the ‘Canes!!!!!! FSU- 45, Miami-17!!! HOORAY!!!! I believe it was referred to as a “blowout” on SportsCenter. It would seem yesterday’s post was somewhat prophetic. I love Football!!!! To celebrate I am sharing a Garnet and… [Read More...]
Some days you wake up and find that, like your mother and her mother before her, you are turning into your mother. Now this can be a bad thing (in my case I apologize profusely for excessive puns) or a good thing. One positive that I inherited from my mother (and she from my grandmother)… [Read More...]
Today really felt like fall in Los Angeles. It was cool (and rainy) and I actually wore a pair of boots and a scarf (although these were probably fashion driven decisions, not weather ones). With the advent of true autumn it feels right to take a closer look at a quintessential fall item: the pumpkin. … [Read More...]
