Dinner for two: Crispy Black Bean Tacos, Spicy Margs + Dessert
I may have just made a perfect meal. Possibly my new favorite meal?! And it’s vegetarian. Guys, this is a big deal. I cook a lot and there aren’t a lot of meals that I cook repeatedly. Mostly because I prefer to make new things so something has to be really freaking good to become a staple. I think this is staple worthy. Andrew agrees. … Continue reading Dinner for two: Crispy Black Bean Tacos, Spicy Margs + Dessert
DIY Giant Jenga
The best time to build a giant jenga set is all the time. But, really, with the weather getting nicer and spontaneous hang outs becoming more frequent, giant jenga is a great game to have on hand. With a few tools, it’s remarkably easy to make. Due to Andrew’s work and our own house projects, we tend to have scrap wood lying around. We used … Continue reading DIY Giant Jenga
Tomato Bacon Jam Breakfast Sandwich
TOMATO. BACON. JAM. Whoever first thought that was a good idea was a genius because it’s delicious. JAM packed with flavor, if you will. Sweet and savory, utter perfection. Slow cooked, it takes on a bit of a BBQ flavor profile. I have a hunch it would be good on just about anything, even a lonely spoon (Andrew and I can confirm). We did manage … Continue reading Tomato Bacon Jam Breakfast Sandwich
5-minute Mint Lemonade
It seems as if this is turning into a bit of a food blog. That was never my intention, but given that I cook or make food almost everyday, it’s often the easiest thing to share. In an effort not to drink wine last night, I opted to make this perfectly fresh, wonderfully simple mint lemonade. Tart, fresh, and sweet, this hits all the notes … Continue reading 5-minute Mint Lemonade
Crispy Gnocchi with Sun Dried Tomatoes & Spinach
In the spirit of Sam Sifton of The New York Times Cooking, here’s a non-recipe recipe to inspire a quick dinner this week. Think crispy, chewy gnocchi paired with sun dried tomatoes and perfectly wilted spinach although, truth be told, I’ll probably skip the sun dried tomatoes in the remake. The dish pairs well with simple roasted broccoli making for a complete vegetarian meal that … Continue reading Crispy Gnocchi with Sun Dried Tomatoes & Spinach
No Bones About It – A House Update
Barring an unfortunate bureaucracy-induced tree removal and a broken window, the house renovation has been going pretty smoothly. And, honestly, thanks to my boyfriend, Andrew, even that hasn’t been too much of a hassle. There’s a lot to be said for the love of your life being an absolute powerhouse of support and positivity with an unmatched will to get shit done. Basically, he’s the … Continue reading No Bones About It – A House Update
The Count of Monte Cristo – Sandwich Edition
One of my favorite things to eat in college was grilled ham and cheese sandwiches from the student union. With a packed schedule, I often didn’t have time for a sit down meal in one of the dining halls, but I could get a fresh, made-to-order grilled ham and cheese on the run between work and night class. It always hit the right note of … Continue reading The Count of Monte Cristo – Sandwich Edition
No Churn Blueberry Lime Vanilla Cookie Crumble Ice Cream
Blueberry Lime Vanilla Cookie Crumble Ice Cream Phew. That’s a mouthful. A really big, swirly purple, delicious mouthful. This flavor combination came to me as I was falling asleep a few nights ago. I had to text it to my boyfriend just to make sure I wouldn’t forget. Conveniently, this no churn recipe follows the same base as my peanut butter brownie ice cream which … Continue reading No Churn Blueberry Lime Vanilla Cookie Crumble Ice Cream
How to Limewash an Old Decrepit Chimney
If you pay attention to any housing design blogs or HGTV shows, it feels like a common solution to make something look new and fresh is to simply paint it white. This isn’t always the best or most creative solution in my opinion, but having resorted to just such a tactic in my flip property to give a chimney new life, I have to say, … Continue reading How to Limewash an Old Decrepit Chimney
Recipe Roundup
I grew up in a family that really appreciates food. I know a lot of people say that they love food, but as an adult, I’ve learned that our relationship with food is pretty unique. Food was (and still is) a source of celebration, of fun, an expression of curiosity and creativity. It is not unusual for my mom and I to have phone calls … Continue reading Recipe Roundup
