I can deem a dinner a success when all three kids scarf down dinner - without any prodding. This was one of those rare dinners! Made for a very peaceful dinner and made me happy as well..... Now on to looking out the window with my boys, at the storm that is howling outside. Maybe… Continue reading Roasted Red Pepper & Onion Mac and Cheese
Month: March 2014
Pumpkin Cornmeal Muffins
Growing up, reading vintage copies of Better Homes & Garden Plaid Cookbook was a past time for me. Kind of like reading the Sear's toy wish book....Anyhow, there were always recipes in the mysterious "casserole" section that called for pimentos. Like I had any idea what those things were, until I was at least in… Continue reading Pumpkin Cornmeal Muffins
Roasted Red Pepper & Sunflower Pesto
Last week when I saw Frugal Feeding's Red Pepper and Sunflower Seed Pesto, I had to make it! A pesto that is vibrant? Vegan and plant-based diet friendly? That has amazing flavor? And oh, is allergy friendly? The flavor though..oh, you have to try it! My adaptation saved a few steps and got it on the… Continue reading Roasted Red Pepper & Sunflower Pesto
Coastal Bliss for the Weekend
Kirk and I took the boys out to Kalaloch Lodge, which is in the Olympic National Park, on the coastal strip. It was my birthday weekend 🙂 While most people clamber for the cabins (which are nice!), I much prefer the Seacrest House, which is like an apartment/hotel. The 2 bedroom suites have so much… Continue reading Coastal Bliss for the Weekend