A few months ago, we sampled some green garbanzo beans at Costco. My husband liked them, the baby liked them, so I bought a bag. It’s been sitting in our … Continue reading Garlic Roasted Green Garbanzos, Crispy Version
What was that? I thought that said you were having ‘teff’ for breakfast. Yes, you read that right. Teff. That’s not really a word. You just made that up. Not … Continue reading Breakfast today: Teff!
My friend Lynn posted a very provocative Facebook status this morning: Life is better with a homemade peppermint mocha made from leftover candy canes and chocolate chips. Even if it … Continue reading Faux Pep Mo
I’ve been holding onto a recipe for Roast Fresh Ham from America’s Test Kitchen/Cook’s Illustrated for a few years now. I could never figure out how to get a fresh … Continue reading Roast Fresh Ham (with a Side of Kale and Blackeye Peas)
According to the Cynthia Lair on the cookusinterruptus blog, the French believe that eating pancakes on New Year’s Day promotes good luck and health for the coming year. I didn’t … Continue reading New Year’s Pancakes
We waited all day for the snow to start. I don’t know why, but something about waiting and waiting for snow made the day just drag on and on. That … Continue reading Breakfast for Dinner
My husband took the kids to the playground and then out to lunch in advance of the snow storm this afternoon. I dedicated my alone time to preparing and eating … Continue reading Cinnamon Rolls and Ugly Eggs: My Morning in Pictures
My kids pulled in quite the haul this year. My daughter got a real canvas painting kit, a lot of clothes (both wearing and dress-up), a new recorder, a music … Continue reading …And a Cup of Good Cheer
This is a recipe entitled “Old Fashioned Vegan Fudge” from vegweb.com. While I don’t think there’s anything old fashioned about soy creamer, this is yummy vegan fudge. I made … Continue reading Oh, (Vegan) Fudge!
The story of these popovers is the story of a journey. It began with a trip to the store to buy gifts for a family in need. I went to … Continue reading Gluten-free, Dairy-free Popovers
We spent Thanksgiving with some homeschooling friends this year. We had a lovely time, but not having a carcass to stew up left me with the sense that something was … Continue reading Talkin’ Turkey (Soup with Brown Rice)
Between the lovely rains that came through today and cleaned out a good chunk of the pollution and the wonderful workout I had this afternoon, I’m feeling in a much … Continue reading Ah, Endorphins and Clean(er) Air…
Imperfect Happiness 