I am by no means a strict vegetarian, but I rarely eat meat, especially at home and especially during Lent. As many people lean meatless this time of year on Fridays and also more generally, suddenly I realize that meatless eating doesn’t come as easily if you’re not in the habit. So, since I’m super hungry on Ash… Continue reading hearty vegetarian eating
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#backpocketpasta
Bon Appetit has been talking about what they call “#backpocketpasta.” You know, that recipe that just comes together with what’s in your fridge and is satisfying any night? I want to tell you about mine. A one pot wonder, if you will.You will need: a sturdy pasta (fettuccine, cavatappi, penne, rotini, etc etc), a bag… Continue reading #backpocketpasta
5×5 faves for april adventures
I have been choosing to be busy with a lot of things that aren’t blogging lately. Here are some of them, sorted into five categories, with five items each. Is this too regimented for this slackadaisical blog? (I just made up that word.) Who cares, the mission of this blog is “I do what I… Continue reading 5×5 faves for april adventures
the old college try: whole30 round 2
As you may remember, I attempted/failed at doing a Whole30 in August. I chose a month in which I was leaving a job and starting a new job with a vacation in between. So I was clearly set up for success. And if at first you don’t succeed, try, try again, right? After I saw… Continue reading the old college try: whole30 round 2
breakfast slump: exit stage left
I’ve spent the last few weeks in a breakfast slump, depending on packaged bars and protein drinks to power my day. While these can be lifesavers on occasion, I’d prefer not to make them a part of my breakfast routine. I had been trying to think of options that were both quick and delicious when… Continue reading breakfast slump: exit stage left
cold pressed 