Family, Faith, Food... FUN!
This recipe was actually inspired by my friend Melissa, who makes a version of these as a snack. Matt has his chicken wings for the Ravens/Patriots game today, and I wanted something meaty and filling as well. After making these, I know for a FACT that I've found my game day finger food! (Also, Go Pats. Not because I'm a fan -- my Dolphins were out long ago -- but because Ravens fans are … [Read more...]
Matt stayed home yesterday, and I fully expected him to veg out and maybe watch a few movies. And who knows, maybe he did. But when I called him on my way home, he told me he had a surprise for dinner... and boy, did he! Yum, sushi. Always nice to come home to! But I didn't come home to prepared sushi. Oh, no. That'd be too easy. Instead, I came home to nori sheets, sushi rice, and some … [Read more...]
I’m on my third week at my fancy new job, and I admit to loving every minute of it. There’s so much to learn and absorb, and I feel like every day I come into work is new and exciting. While I miss my former coworkers, I’m meeting new people here, and they’re all incredibly friendly and great to work for and with. I figured that, since I have a fancy new job, Matt and I would celebrate … [Read more...]
In a galaxy not too far away, I posted a recipe for homemade tzatziki. While it was amazing, it's certainly not vegan. The base is made of Greek yogurt... and I was craving some tzatziki today, hardcore. So Matt went looking for a recipe for me (all the way from Colorado, no less! Gotta love that man), and I adapted it to create my own homemade vegan tzatziki! This recipe is also awesome in … [Read more...]
It can be a dip, a spread, a filling, and anything else you can imagine. I'm talking, of course, about hummus! If you've never had it before, I highly recommend it; it's fantastic on pita wedges, wraps, raw veggies, sandwiches, and pretty much anything else you can think of. Versatile, healthy, and delicious, hummus is a great snack or appetizer!Best of all, it's incredibly easy to make. With a … [Read more...]
I absolutely love artichokes, and as I pine for summer, I pine for its tough exterior, hiding a surprisingly tender heart that acts as a culinary prize for being able to reach it. They're not really in season over the winter (though you can find them if you search hard enough), but I'm hoping that this recipe, courtesy of Giada De Laurentiis, prepares you for the delicious tastes of summer.To read … [Read more...]
Happy Halloween and Blessed Samhain! Below are some scary good treats, ghoulish drinks, and terrifying decor ideas for your next Halloween shindig! Even better, celebrate with a few Pagans to see what Samhain, the darkest night of the year when the veil between the worlds is thinnest, has been celebrated for decades.Eat!BBQ Bat WingsBraaaaaains!Finger Cookies... Literally!Fresh-From-The-Pumpkin … [Read more...]
Here is a collection of our favorite recipes for barbeque season. Got your own recipe? Please share in the comments; I’ll add as we go along, and will credit accordingly. Fire up those grills, and get cooking!Recipes:Portobello Mushroom BurgersGrilled Angus BurgersTofu and Vegetable KabobsSweet a Savory Barbeque SaucePortobello Mushroom BurgersIngredients* 1 Portobello mushroom cap, large (about … [Read more...]
I have a friend who is both obsessed with dumplings and who has recently moved towards a vegetarian diet. In her honor, here are some vegetarian steamed dumplings. Hopefully these will feed her cravings!Ingredients* 1/2 pound firm tofu* 1/2 cup coarsely grated carrots* 1/2 cup shredded Napa cabbage* 2 tbsp finely chopped red pepper* 2 tbsp finely chopped scallions* 2 tsp finely minced fresh … [Read more...]
Definitely one of my favorite mushroom recipes to date! Some mushrooms stuffed with mushrooms, with some bread crumbs, herbs, and a touch of olive oil, and you have a dish that’s sure to please everyone in need of some umami. This dish is different every time, as measurements are not exact. All variations, however, are delicious!Ingredients* small Portobello mushroom caps (about 10)* … [Read more...]
