While this first image does not appear to be the most appetizing thing, let me assure you that it's lack of color has nothing to do with a lack of taste. The Pumpkin Oatmeal with Sunflower Seed Butter was delicious. I replaced the stevia originally called for with sugar, but otherwise stuck pretty close to the recipe. Also, the sunflower seed butter may not look like what you'd normally see in stores, because I made it.
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Mmm. Oatmeal.
Ok, this isn't something I'd usually say. I do like oatmeal, but only on the occasional, 'can't think of anything else to have for breakfast' day. Besides this, I'm not accustomed to having a regular breakfast time, and often breakfast becomes brunch, or is simply missed. As I said previously, one of my resolutions this year is to actually eat breakfast on a daily basis. To cement this as a habit in my life, I've begun the 30 Day Oatmeal Challenge, found on the Live Well 360° Blog.
Read more30 Day Oatmeal Challenge.
The New Year swiftly approaches, and with it, the dreaded new year's resolution. This year, my resolution is simple: to eat healthier and get moving. As part of this resolution, I include the clause that I will *try* to eat breakfast each day. To launch into this new resolution, I've discovered this 30 day oatmeal challenge, which I will begin on January 1st. (Or possibly January 2nd? Party plans may inhibit the first day...we'll see.) In any case, I invite you to rediscover the joys of oatmeal and join me in this challenge. See you in the new year!
Thank you to the Live Well 360° blog for the inspiration!
Read moreThe Sweet Smells of Christmas.
You know the way your mom or your grandma's (or whoever does the baking in your family) kitchen used to smell after a long day of baking holiday goodies? Now inhale. Your place have that lovely aroma? Here's a great way to get it. (While you can probably eat this, I wouldn't advise it. It's for scent only!)
Read morePumpkin Custard Cups.
I had some leftover pumpkin from a pumpkin creme roll cake I made this weekend for friends, (which I unfortunately forgot to photograph), and so Hubby and I decided to make this classic-with-a-twist that his mom makes nearly every year for thanksgiving. This recipe is easily adjusted to your tastes, as you can take the same idea and use your own recipe if you wish! The idea is that you make pumpkin pie, but without the crust, and pour the filling into ramekins instead. Delicious, especially with whipped cream!
Read moreSucculent Pasta.
Succulent Pasta. Doesn't it just sound delicious? I love this recipe because it is relatively flexible, simple, and fun. Just be sure you've got a glass of milk handy to cool the burn...
Read moreMy Favorite Chicken Salad.
I love chicken salad for lunch. I always set out to only have one sandwich, but I usually end up finishing however much I make. Consequently, I make smaller batches now. :) I don't follow a recipe for this, because I've found that I know my own taste best, and I like to adjust it each time I make it to what I want at the time. (Many thanks to Hubby for taking most of these pictures!)
Read moreSpicy Black Beans and Rice.
had been seeking a great black beans and rice recipe for awhile now, ever since a trip to Mexico in high school. For dinner one night we were served from a big bowl of rice, and a large bowl of beans. That was all. I thought I was doomed. Then I tasted it. Delicious! From that point on, I wanted to learn how to make the dish. The ladies who cooked the meal tried to explain it to me, but the language barrier proved to be too difficult.
Read moreOld-Time Applesauce.
I made this for breakfast when my in-laws were in town for a visit. Chris made pancakes, and we ate it both as a topping for pancakes and separately as applesauce. Mmmm. This recipe comes from my 1930's cookbook. My apologies for the images being a little fuzzy. I was too excited to try this to focus well!
Read moreMoroccan Spiced Chicken.
Ok, Hubby and I made this for dinner a few days back, and I have to apologize for not getting this to you sooner, because you must make it as soon as possible! It is so delicious. Don't be afraid of the dates, they perfect the dish. I found this recipe in SousChef, one of the recipe management systems I'm currently reviewing, and the one I actually own.
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