Category Archives: Appetizer

Roasted Asparagus and Sweet Pepper Frittata

I must admit, I love to sleep in. Especially through the winter and early spring, when my insomniac tendencies are at their all time high. Sometimes “bedtime” is nearly 3 AM, which means waking up falls somewhere between 9 and … Continue reading

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Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup

  If I had to choose, I’d say springing forward isn’t exactly my thing. I’m more of a falling back kind of girl. Sunshine at 6 AM? No thanks. I enjoy winter, which is actually a little funny since I … Continue reading

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Creamy Honey Cumin Lime Slaw

Cabbage is most certainly on my list labeled “Foods Not Enjoyed.” Coleslaw? C’mon now–no thank you. I imagine it’s partially because of another “food” on that same list–mayonnaise. However, as I mentioned before, I’ve been trying to eat more of … Continue reading

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Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Garlic and Balsamic Vinegar

Up until a month ago, I had never tried brussels sprouts. I don’t really care for cabbage and always imagined that’s what brussels sprouts would taste like. A month ago, however, we were in San Francisco and ate at a … Continue reading

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Best Damn Gluten Free Cornbread

First attempt at a gluten free cornbread – success! I found sorghum flour last night in our local co-op and decided to give it a try… So far, it’s my favorite gluten free flour replacement. I’ve tried Bob’s Red Mill … Continue reading

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Happy Halloween

We had a Halloween kids party for 6 year old Silas’s classmates… I attempted to plan some easy foods that would work for the youngins and parents… The spread included:  creepishly realistic strawberry & cream jello worms, peanut butter cup … Continue reading

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Curried Tempeh Salad

Curry yesterday, curried today? Hmmm… You may think I am on a curry-kick. Perhaps you’d be correct! This tempeh salad is easy and tasty. It’s also filling (a major plus in a house full of growing boys!). Craig loves it. … Continue reading

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Bean and Cheese Pupusas

While driving home from Portland, down I-5 about a year and a half ago in torrential rain, we stopped in a little town called Wolf Creek (about an hour north of Ashland). Initially we stopped for gas. However, that’s not … Continue reading

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Smoky Fakin’ Tempeh Strips

I admit it. I don’t cook meat at home, but every now and then (say, twice a year or so) I crave smoky, peppery, crisp bacon… Be it on a sandwich, alongside a delicious omelet, or to counter-balance sweet Belgian … Continue reading

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Falafels

I know, its been weeks. Things have been busy. It’s May. My days consist of: sleeping when possible; drinking too much coffee; building lego castles; hiding in bedroom forts; doing mass mountains of laundry; running in the park; tee ball … Continue reading

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