Yes, a baby! Sorry, I'll use caps... WE ARE HAVING A BABY! We are excited and nervous and anxious and crazy about our little nugget already. And! Already in the third trimester! Yes, we are getting close to meeting Baby J. For a quick catch-up, here's a break down of the pregnancy so far, and… Continue reading The Tiniest Big News
Baked Brown Rice
For such a seemingly simple staple of cuisines around the world, rice is surprisingly difficult to get just right. If you are like me and have endured countless dinners accompanied by rice that's too mushy, too dry, too sticky, or too wet, this method is for you! I'm a firm believer that rice should be… Continue reading Baked Brown Rice
Mexican Breakfast Casserole
If you are a fan of make-ahead breakfasts that can be assembled the night before and feed a crowd, here is a recipe to add to your breakfast/brunch casserole arsenal! I should also tell you that there is chorizo in this. I've previously declared sausage the most perfect meat, but I think chorizo takes that… Continue reading Mexican Breakfast Casserole
Baked Caramelized Onion Dip
Can we take a minute to talk about caramelized onions? Is there a food more delicious than the caramelized onion? With just a little bit of heat, and a not-so-little-bit of time and butter, the humble onion transforms into golden slivers of goodness with all of the onion flavor and none of the bite. Sweet,… Continue reading Baked Caramelized Onion Dip
World’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Yes, you read that title right. These are the best chocolate chip cookies. I've been searching for the perfect chocolate chip cookie recipe for the better part of my life. It's proven to be more difficult than finding a well-fitting pair of jeans, or even car shopping. But these cookies win the prize! Here is… Continue reading World’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Beer Braised Sausage + Warm Potato Salad
Cold weather has me wanting all the soups, stews, and casseroles I can get my hands on. For as much as I love spending a Sunday afternoon leisurely chopping, browning, sautéing and simmering for dinner, most of my life is not a leisurely Sunday afternoon - and I'm guessing yours isn't either. Enter: This Beer… Continue reading Beer Braised Sausage + Warm Potato Salad
Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread
I've never bought into that whole "breakfast is the most important meal of the day" jargon. My typical morning begins with me refusing to get out of bed for as long as possible (cue thoughts of do I really need a shower? and how many days has it been since I washed my hair?), and by… Continue reading Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread
3 Easy Fall Tablescapes
Because fall is a time for gathering, here are three easy table ideas to gather your loved ones around. 1. Neutral Fall Minimalistic, neutral, natural, rustic. Think white pumpkins and lush greenery, with lots of browns and natural tones. Linen Napkin, White Pitcher, Leaf Napkin Ring, White Votives, Wood Place Card Holder, Placemat Yep, use your pitcher as your centerpiece.… Continue reading 3 Easy Fall Tablescapes
The Easiest Black Bean Burgers
Vegetarian burgers are all the rage these days, and while I DO love this fresh and filling alternative to meat burgers, I've found that most recipes for bean burgers are a little too high-maintenance for my taste. Braise beets. Roast garlic. Steam carrots. Shred zucchini. Don't get me wrong, I love all of these things.… Continue reading The Easiest Black Bean Burgers
August Favorites
Wow, August flew by! It’s never been my favorite month of the year, what with the usually-oppressive heat and back-to-school busyness, but I was digging August this year. It was cool enough that I was getting impatient for fall, and since it’s Husband’s last year of school, it’s been more nostalgic and celebratory than anything… Continue reading August Favorites
