My inner 5-year old took control of my cravings yesterday. All I wanted was peanut butter and sugar. Not that I’m complaining. Any day that ends in a rich slice of homemade flourless chocolate cake topped with fresh strawberries and vanilla ice cream is okay by me! Dessert: Homemade Flourless Chocolate Cake “Ants on a [...]
After a great day at work, I went to my first Vinyasa yoga class of 2011! Between the chaturangas, ohms, and the heated studio, I felt refreshed and renewed. When I got home, my energy levels were flying high. I think I’m officially living yoga 
.HOW COOL IS THIS T-SHIRT? Along with a whole year [...]
We have snow! My apartment is freezing, and the only thing I want to do today is snuggle in bed. I entertained the thought of oatmeal to warm my soul before work, however; I’m still not in the mood. I opted for waffles and they seemed to work!2 Vans Waffles, 1/2 cup of Greek Yogurt, [...]
There are many things that I do not question, they are simply facts of life. FACT: I’ve been getting sick of oatmeal (which is bad because the weather is getting colder and I love a nice, hot breakfast on a cold day!) . When I’m not craving oatmeal, I stand in front of my refrigerator [...]
It has been a day of relaxing and food. Some people put their Christmas trees up the day after Thanksgiving, I dream of meals and treats for the next holiday. After looking up a bizillion cookie recipes and entertaining menus, I took Otto the Red Coated Dog-Deer for a walk.Actually, he took me for a [...]
Thanksgiving 2010 was complete with my favorite things: family, food, and a new canine friend. My mom set a beautiful table, with “harvest” dishes.I went to Starbucks in the afternoon for a cappuccino pick me up. Their red cups make me happy, and I was feeling the holiday cheer. We had dinner early, however; I [...]
Stir-fry: It’s as easy as chop, sizzle and serve. Spicy Lemongrass Stir-Fry with Tofu, Carrots, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Spinach and Jasmine Rice. Hermann J. Wiemer 2008 Riesling. I made this amazing jasmine rice with garbanzo beans about a week ago and to my surprise it has been holding up in my refridgerator quite well. I had [...]
I love bonfires. Tonight ended fireside with family.There was a mish mash of food along the way.I slept in today and had a late morning breakfast. I scrummaged the kitchen and wound up with bowl of Greek yogurt, almond butter, strawberry jelly, banana and cinnamon.Followed by an extra foamy daddy special cappuccino.Where there are cappuccinos, [...]
Breakfast today was salty. I am at the very bottom of my sunflower seed butter jar and was taken back by the potent flavor of the last few bites. I added some sweetness with honey, Crofter’s Europe Superfruit Spread, banana and homemade gingersnap granola.~3/4 (last of my container) plain Chobani Greek yogurt, 1 TBS chia [...]
I strongly believe that all holidays require special meals. For Halloween morning that means pumpkin pancakes.Pumpkin Pancakes with Caramelized Banana, Maple-Apple Peanut Butter Spread and Chia-Greek Yogurt I broke out my favorite pancake mix.Whisked in cinnamon, cloves, pumpkin pie spice, all spice, ~1/4 cup pumpkin puree.Caramelized some bananas.Melted Mighty Maple Peanut Butter with apple butter [...]
