Eating for One
While the Mr needs a lot of substance and comfort (and meat) in his meals at the end of the day, I’m always happy to create something simple with whatever I can find in the kitchen. Since he’s gone...
View ArticleSweet Potato & Black Bean Tacos
This little recipe is one of my staples, and something my girlfriends and I love to make together on a regular basis (and are a little obsessed with). It is marvelously simple to make, is great for...
View ArticleWeeknights Around Here: Salmon-topped Polenta
Sometimes no matter how well-intentioned I am about planning 2 or 3 weeknight meals (and even buying all the ingredients), the unpredictability of life and the spontaneity of my husband (which is...
View ArticleThe Best Fudge You’ll Ever Have
I should start off by saying that I have an ENORMOUS sweet tooth. In fact, all of the teeth in my head might possibly be sweet. And while I enjoy most sweet things, there are a few treats out there...
View ArticleYou Must Try: Turkey Meatball Sandwiches
Since the hubby is gone yet again for another several weeks of training (sigh), I haven’t been cooking much. But I did want to share this amazing recipe (slightly adapted) that has become one of our...
View ArticlePerfect Summer Meal (for the Girls)
Every week, my two best friends and I enjoy a homemade dinner together. We rotate houses each time, and although we love trying new and daring recipes, there are a few staples that just keep coming...
View ArticleSmoothie Series: Java Chocolate Peanut Butter
I love mornings. And while I don’t love pulling myself out of bed, once I’m up, I relish my daily ritual of pouring a cup of freshly ground coffee, making a piece of toast and sitting quietly on the...
View ArticleSmoothie Series: Berry Green
While this smoothie may not be as rich as this one, it packs a ton of nutritional power. No matter what else I may eat during the day, it’s good to know I’ve gotten a fair share of fruits and veggies...
View ArticleBest All Around: Coconut Oil
Coconut oil seems to be popping up everywhere lately (or maybe I’m just behind the curve), and I’m constantly surprised at how versatile this little jar of melt-in-your-hands magic can be. When I...
View ArticleSmoothie Series: Summer Peach
This simple, tasty smoothie has been a favorite as of late, since I’ve been able to take advantage of our peach tree in the back yard. You can add more protein powder or plain yogurt to add more...
View ArticleFall Bucket List
In southern California, “fall” is a very loose term. A few trees turn golden in our neighborhood (including one the Mr planted in our back yard last year), and the air takes on a barely perceptible...
View ArticleMindful: Eating
Above: where we start our day, every day. The holiday season is the perfect time to assess my relationship to eating. While I try hard to feed myself and my family whole and healthy food, I rarely...
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