What a difference a year makes! This time last year, we had a one-month-old and an almost two-year-old. Life was good, but it was hectic and exhausting. As any parent knows, those first two months of parenthood are filled with tears, sleepless nights, and finding a new rhythm as a family. They're also filled with newborn snuggles, a baby sleeping on your chest (which is the best feeling ever), and so much love. All in all, it's an emotional, exhausting, wonderful time, and last year as we rang ... continue reading...
Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce
I love shrimp and shellfish in general, with coconut shrimp topping the list of favorites. But since Kevin is allergic to it, it's become an occasional treat for me. Living in the Pacific Northwest we have an abundance of shrimp, crab, scallops, and all kinds of seafood. I remember the first time that I went to Pike Place Market, I was amazed by the sea scallops for sale that were the size of a fist. For those of you who haven't been to Seattle, Pike Place Market is like the ultimate ... continue reading...
Swiss Chard, Bacon, and Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
Macaroni and cheese is truly classic comfort food. For me it may even top the list of all comfort foods and I have some other favorites I love, like chicken pot pie and grilled cheese and tomato soup. During the holiday season where comfort food is king (looking at you mashed potatoes), it makes sense that mac and cheese is on a lot of your Thanksgiving tables! This Swiss chard, bacon, and pumpkin twist on the classic recipe is perfect for fall. The pumpkin flavor is very subtle, so even if you ... continue reading...
Green Beans with Mushroom Parmesan Sauce
Everyone has the side dishes they look forward to for Thanksgiving and Christmas. For me it's my cornbread sausage dressing on Thanksgiving, and I usually make my twice-baked mashed potatoes for both holidays. On Thanksgiving I typically prepare these roasted Brussels sprouts, or maybe another roasted green vegetable that doesn't take up a lot of prep time. Which is why the classic green bean casserole makes an appearance on our table on Christmas Day instead of Thanksgiving Day. On ... continue reading...
Flourless Chocolate Peppermint Cake
I've decided that every year for Thanksgiving and Christmas, I'm going to make a different dessert for this blog, like this double chocolate pumpkin bundt cake that I made for Thanksgiving. I've always loved making desserts; anytime we are going to a friend's house for dinner, I volunteer to bring the dessert. This may be because I've always had a bit of a sweet tooth, or it may be because I like making something delicious and special to finish off a meal. This year I created a flourless ... continue reading...
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