What to make when you notice a 3 pound bag of broccoli florets from Costco in the refrigerator, sadly forgotten? A thick bowl of green goodness! So perfect for chilly nights (although yes, we are having it pretty easy here in the PNW - not freezing here!). Cream of Broccoli and Carrot Soup Ingredients: ¼… Continue reading Cream of Broccoli and Carrot Soup
A Sweet Surprise & Coconut Bread
I found a package waiting for me at the post office, from my Aunt Vikki, my Mom's younger sister. Inside was a small steno-style notepad, that had belonged to my Nana. She passed away in 2003, so a neat look into my past. I flipped through the recipes recognizing some of the names of ladies… Continue reading A Sweet Surprise & Coconut Bread
Devil’s Food Snack Cake
"Oh...Hi...er, did you want cake? Well...you see...." "See, Walker and I were having a snack....." "And we didn't save much for all of you people. You shoulda made more. Just sayin'" Devil's Food Snack Cake Ingredients: 1½ cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp baking soda ¼ tsp… Continue reading Devil’s Food Snack Cake
Book Review: Livin’ Lean with Trader Joe’s
It is hard to explain to others, when they don't live near a Trader Joe's store, just why the stores are so addictive. They are like crack to a foodie. So much. Food. The candy and cookie aisles require blinders on to avoid temptation. Considering that I can eat 99% of what is sold there,… Continue reading Book Review: Livin’ Lean with Trader Joe’s