One week of school is officially behind us! I’m still partially sane, as are the munchkins. The Twins and I have fallen into a nice scholarly groove; so much so, we have ventured into our homeschool culinary course, as well. Chèvre and Prosciutto Flatbread topped with Figs and Arugula was our first recipe of the…
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Chicken Piccata Fettuccine with Asparagus
Unlike most families, our schoolyear began only this week. As a result, I have two Twinkies who are moping their way through life. Poor Twinks; I guess they assumed life could be lived without the knowledge of atoms, molecules and pythagorean theorems- they’re devastated. I keep trying to reassure them that their kindles won’t die…
Caribbean Grilled Chicken Wings
I’m currently trying to plan a trip to someone’s island in the middle of nowhere. What island? I have no earthly idea. But, I know I wanna be on it with my man, a “drank” in my hand, and sand all up in my business. Can you you give me tips or recommendations? I’ll pay…
Chèvre and Tomato Tart: A Meatless Summer Dish
The best recipes known to man have developed out of creativity, laziness, sheer desperation, or a combination of the three. So it is with this recipe. Chèvre (goat cheese) and tomatoes are one of my favorite pairings. I enjoy them together in salads, on pizzas and in appetizers. Last Wednesday I couldn’t muster up the…
Carnitas Bowls: Cinco de Mayo Recipe Ideas Part 1
What if we made a big ol’ bowlful of pork and beer?!?! Just got the attention of every male walking the earth with that one. Viral posts, here I come! Nah, we’re not using a whole case of beer on this one. Just a whole bottle. These drunken carnitas bowls are innocent enough to serve to your munchkins,…
Chicken Tuscano Pasta: And Mom Confessions
This Chicken Tuscano Pasta has solidified my ranking as a “Master Liar” in the parenting game. I am rocking my crown proudly, people. Real proud. I needed to take a mental break while I was typing this post; so naturally, I dropped in to see what drama was unfolding over on Facebook. You’re thinking, “Who takes…
General Tso’s Vegan “Chicken”: A Flashback
Hey!! Remember that one time you decided you were going to be a vegan? You know, that year right before you began culinary school? No? That’s because you’re not an idiot. I, on the other hand, I was an idiot. I briefly mentioned in the cookbook the time I was a 110lb. (broke) recent high school graduate,…
Sense & Edibility’s Italian Ratatouille
Um…can someone tell me why it’s 80°F in Central Texas right now? And why do I not even feel guilty about making ratatouille in the middle of January? Forget the fact that zucchini and squash are selling for pennies; it’s as hot as August in my part of Texas. I’m doing things low-key this week because- lucky…
Chicken and Potato Thyme!
This. This one-pan chicken and potato thyme meal is what you make to avoid a long-term prison sentence. I’m on week 2 of being without an oven. Correction: Ovensssssssssssssss. Two weeks without both of my ovens. Fabulous how first world problems work, isn’t it? Don’t fret. The privilege my complaint exudes is not lost on me….
Moussaka
Kids can be real jerks sometimes, you know that? Oh, I know, I know! “You can’t say that about the precious blobs of angel spit, Marta!” Yeah, I can. I totally can. And, I did. For real! Children can be doodie-heads. Don’t get me wrong. I love my Twinkies with the love of Jesus,…
