This is seriously my favorite way to have mixed greens yet! I am definitely acquiring a taste for the bitters, and this pizza was fabulous.
The “Getting Desperate” Spring Breakfast Scramble
June 15, 2011 By 9 Comments
I looked over the recent recipes I’ve posted, and boy, am I getting lazy! And despite my best efforts, I have not made a dent in the greens. I’m going to have to freeze some. My next pickup is tomorrow, yikes. I find myself putting greens in EVERYTHING. As an example, here’s my go-to breakfast during CSA season.
What Is Poverty? 5 Weeks Until Uganda
June 15, 2011 By 2 Comments
Note: This is my last deep “orientation” post before I go to Uganda. Over the next month I’ll switch my focus to packing and travel tips, including product reviews.
Top 10 Things I Buy at Costco
June 14, 2011 By 16 Comments
For awhile my husband had a Sam’s Club membership through work. We hardly ever used it. Then I took a class with Chef Amy at our farm, and was introduced to a number of great items that you can buy at Costco. I have no idea if it saves us any money, but it sure is convenient. Here is what I usually stock up on:
Pasta with Bacon and Mixed Greens
June 13, 2011 By 12 Comments
Here’s another super easy (and fast) “recipe” that I made up this past weekend. I have discovered that I much prefer to use the spicy salad green mix in cooked form rather than try to eat a salad that makes my eyes water. A quick saute’ makes the heat much more bearable.
Sauteed Bok Choy
June 12, 2011 By 2 Comments
Bok choy is, I think, my most favorite vegetable. So when I saw it at my first CSA pickup of the season I was ecstatic. If you’re not sure how to cook it, here is a fast and delicious method.
Ravenous {Book Review}
June 10, 2011 By 1 Comment
Sometimes, a book comes along that makes so much sense, you can’t help but mark pages and underline quotes throughout. Ravenous: A Food Lover’s Journey from Obsession to Freedom by Dayna Macy is just such a book.
The Power of With: 6 Weeks Until Uganda
June 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I had the privilege of attending the Coalition of Supporting Indigenous Ministries (COSIM) conference this week. So inspirational! The highlight by far was the session led by Steve Corbett, co-author of When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor . . . and Yourself.
Rhubarb Sauce on Fish: FAIL!
June 8, 2011 By 5 Comments
I’ve been told that people appreciate hearing about when things don’t go well in the kitchen, that it makes food bloggers seem more real. I’m pretty honest about how things turn out, and whether it’s the recipe or operator error. So in the spirit of full disclosure, I am sharing with you my most recent epic fail in the kitchen.
Garden Update & 10 More Gardening Tips 6/7/11
June 7, 2011 By 11 Comments
I now know why gardening can be so addictive. There is so much to learn! I think it’s going to be a life long process for me. I apologize for the advanced gardeners out there–these tips probably seem so . . . “duh.” Without further ado, this is what I learned this week:
