Muffins are simply cake for breakfast. My senior year of high school, Samantha would pick me up and depending on time, we would drive to a spot in town called Mostly Muffins, because they mostly had muffins there. I rarely got one, but I salivated over the one with cream cheese frosting. Like I said,Continue reading “Rhubarb-Lime Cardamom with Streusel Muffins”
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Cashew Cardamom Brioche with Orange French Toast: Mother’s Day
It’s the glory of second trimester, while Spring is bountiful with early sunshine & late sunrises whispering of Summer on the move. While the majority of the nation has seen weeks upon weeks of high temps, it is our little Pacific Northwest corner still bundled, crossing fingers that the sun will stay out long enoughContinue reading “Cashew Cardamom Brioche with Orange French Toast: Mother’s Day”
Fresh Pineapple with Lime Zest & Raw Honey (Easter Recipes)
Food hasn’t tasted quite as good these past months, which is a bummer since I live by the mantra, “I live to eat!” Truly, I love to eat. I love food. One of the reasons I love my gym is because I’m surrounded by my people (those that don’t shy away from eating). But, what does a pregnant woman do when eating fluctuates, taste buds diminish and then Lent pops up?
Take comfort that this too shall pass and hope by the time Spring arrives, the taste bud glory will return. I’m beginning to see this, especially after slicing the fresh pineapple with my oldest hovering for a taste. The girls complain that I put the lime zest, but I assure them that honey drizzled over it will make it come alive. Our lunch consisted of Roasted Mustard Cauliflower, deviled eggs & this naturally sweet delight. We agreed the pineapple won the gold.
Raw Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies with Orange Zest
Ben & I are entering into our first time counseling gig. I humor myself calling it a gig. We have the privilege of serving as a guiding couple to three non-married & non-engaged couples through our church’s pre-engagement course.
It’s a 10 week class, where the couples answer lots of questions, fill out family history background & work through a lot the hidden dimensions of marriage. They get to see whether this significant other is compatible for them to make the big step of engagement. And I realize a “pre-engagement” class sounds rather odd compared to the widely known, “pre-marital.”
Baked Chicken Thighs with Root Vegetables
Friends were coming over, meltdown ensued when I should be cooking and somehow managed to pull off dinner for eight with ease. I owe it to the Baked Chicken Thighs…a no fuss meal. I’m sharing the recipe over at my beloved Jogo Crossfit gym, so come join me.
Grass-fed Meat Stuffed Acorn Squash (Jogo Edition)
I view cooking as an art. Like any art form, you’re allowed some liberties, but only once you’ve established foundations. It’s why we can see great artists, musicians, chefs pull the rabbit out of their hats, while breaking the rules. They know the rules, the fundamentals. They bend & wield spices, flavors, cuisines to createContinue reading “Grass-fed Meat Stuffed Acorn Squash (Jogo Edition)”
Being a Blessing & Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies
Whenever the summer fades and autumn begins, or winter days emerge, banana bread is comfort food. Our week has been a winter wonderland. Monday the snow began to fall with Tuesday being knee deep for the littles, and today well below freezing. Any plans that we had hoped for have taken a turnContinue reading “Being a Blessing & Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies”
Paleo Pork Stew
Back in Spring, our friends who provide us with eggs let us in on their venture of raising pigs as well, reserving one little piggy for us. Along came Fall, which meant harvest time for the pig. Upon hearing that we would go & pick out the pig we would eat, my oldest inquiredContinue reading “Paleo Pork Stew”
Make Your Own Vanilla Salt
I’ve been going through my plethora supply of vanilla beans (great deal through Azure Standard), in order to make Christmas gifts. After pinning multiple felt & sewing projects on Pinterest, reality set in, “This is not the time to start something new. Do what you know & love.” I know & love food.Continue reading “Make Your Own Vanilla Salt”
Sauteed Pear Gingerbread Loaf
Ornaments placed on the tree, Vince Guarldi serenades me, as stockings hang above the fireplace. Little girls dance while taking orders for steamed milk & Americanos. As the winter nights take residence, our home lay warm & snug. A little family bundled in jammies & cozy blankies…this is what December is made of. Gingerbread housesContinue reading “Sauteed Pear Gingerbread Loaf”
Backdoor Hospitality 