I LOVE fall, and everything that comes with it. Sunny chilly days, changing leaves, crisp apples, Halloween, football, comfort foods, our fall black party. A chili contest has become something of a tradition at our block party and this year is no exception. I am on the hunt for a good chili recipe to enter. …
Month: September 2010
Friday Night Lights
I took a little trip down memory lane this past Friday night. Went to go check out my high school’s football game. I actually didn’t go to many high school football games back in the day, my field hockey schedule always conflicted. I’ve only been back to the stadium a few times since high school,…
Happy Meals
Thursday is CSA pick up day. Loved pulling out this potato from the bag. Definitely grown with love by Farmer Dan. I will have to do something special with it. With an early kickball game to get to and the husband out of town I then headed to McDonalds for fast dinner for the kids. …
Self-Portrait
My dad gave me a disk of pictures from his days in the Air Force. Actually I think they were slides. But anyway, they are awesome photos. There are some from his travels, I am not sure where The sites are, but I love how dressed up everyone got. There are a few of his…
Salsa Verde
It feels good to get back in the kitchen! I was inspired (and finally had time) to take a shot at canning after visiting my brother and sister-in-law’s house. She had canned cases of fresh tomatoes, greens beans, and beets all that came straight from the farmer. They sent us home with with one of…
Garden to Table
Sunday, I picked all the leeks from the garden. Made this Potato Leek Soup with Poblanos and Crispy Bacon. For the kids, I skipped the poblano and added some shredded chicken. Made for a delicious dinner, very creamy and filing. Which is good thing since I made a triple batch for freezing. Submitted to Life…
Really, really, ridiculously good!
I became a huge fan of gelato when we were in Rome when I was pregnant with the ten year-old. I had it every day while we were there and then enjoyed it throughout the pregnancy. Had a huge taste for some tonight, gelato places have been popping up in the neighborhood over the past…
Keep the Doctor Away
The first of the apples arrived in the weekly CSA bag. Two to be exact. I love the that the leaf is still attached to this one. Wont be long until we have enough and can enjoy apple and sausage pie.
Maybe it’s Just Me
Ever wake up and realize you haven’t cut your hair in a year? And decide to cut it all off? Could not be happier with the change.
Cooking Inaction
I have not been cooking much at all these days. Combination of busy, eating out, being fed by others, and a broken dishwasher. I have had big plans to get some stuff preserved for the winter, but always fall short on time. Though I did manage to grab a dozen ears of the last crop…