Crispy or chewy? What kind of a cookie are you?Old Fashioned Peanut Butter CookieFor dinner tonight I had leftover Butternut Squash and Beef Stew with Parmesan Toast. I decided that because I was saving time and dishes by having leftovers, that I should probably bake peanut butter cookies. I wanted the classic, old fashion, wholesome [...]
At the end of the day I needed a little bit of this.Ravenswood Zinfandel And this.Walnut-Chocolate Chip Whole Wheat Cookies. I ended the day with two of my guilty pleasures: wine and dessert. It was a necessary measure after a hectic evening. Let’s just say that I had some malfunctioning pipes in my bathroom and [...]
I think I need to change my name to Autumn. Officially. Despite eating copious amounts of pumpkin, squash and apples everyday. I can’t seem to get enough. Someone please help me before I turn orange!Open-faced Sandwich on Woodstock bread with Whole Grain Dijon Honey Mustard, Arugula, Honey Crisp Apple, Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese. Roasted Brussels [...]
For dinner tonight, I made gruyere mac & cheese. Can you believe that I have never made mac & cheese without the assistance of a boxed version!? This is a dish that takes me back to my childhood. I remember my mom armed with baking dishes full of cheesey goodness to help my brother and [...]
Yesterday was simply amaizeing. Yes, I know that I am spelling “amazing” wrong. After work, a few of my coworkers and I did something WILD and CRAZY. We went to a corn maze. It was actually called, “The Amazing Maize Maze.” 1/2 cup old fashioned rolled oats cooked in 1/2 cup vanilla soy milk, 1 [...]
Cinnamon Infused Quinoa with Spiced Pumpkin, Spinach and Goat Cheese. Roasted Brussels Sprouts.Life is beautiful. It may seem challenging, trying and frustrating at times, but it is always beautiful. In the past week I have had three very unique and meaningful conversations with an insightful co-worker, an old friend and my mom surrounding the theme [...]
When you have ricotta, you’ve got to make frittata. Or at least that’s how I feel. Behold, Pumpkin Curry Frittata. Pumpkin Curry Frittata with a side of Apple I wanted to go for a run today after work. It has been awhile and I was feeling rather antsy. The second I walked in the door, [...]
Where do I begin? This weekend has been strange. It was nice seeing old friends and exciting to hear where life has taken them. It was sad realizing that although somethings stay the same, many things change. It was reassuring to know that I have an idea of what I want to do with my [...]
I’m not a vegetarian by any means (I would not have traded my Filet Mignon this weekend for anything!), however; I do find myself eating “vegetarian” a few times each week. I tend to eat like this for one reason: it’s easy. When I get home from work I want a meal that is fuss [...]
I am proud to announce that my brother completed his undergraduate program! He has worked so hard over the past few years and graduated with honors! Although he finished months ago, tonight was the first time we were able to gather as a family to celebrate. When we celebrate, we go big. After this meal [...]
