Double Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins
I had an interview today in Vancouver. It was super-duper raining and I was running late, so I decided to drive. Bad idea. After the pleasant interview, I was feeling pretty good. I thanked the...
View ArticleHoney Sesame Chicken
This might be one of new favorite meals and cooking techniques. I’ve always really (and I mean really, really) liked crispy, fried chicken. In particular, honey chicken from P.F. Changs. I know. I...
View ArticleCranberry Quinoa Muffins
As you may have noticed, muffins are one of my favorite things to bake. I like that there’s not a huge time commitment for great results. I also like that they are ridiculously versatile. Really, you...
View ArticlePumpkin Pie Waffles
Pumpkin fever has officially hit the May house. Bam! Right in the face. It happens every year. This year, however, I have all kinds of time to dream up pumpkin deliciousness. Soups, breads, you name it...
View ArticleCajun Shrimp and Cheddar Grits
It’s Election Day! I cast my ballot a little over a week ago. It felt good. I did, however, miss my “I voted” sticker. I guess that’s what you get, or rather don’t get, when you mail in your ballot....
View ArticlePumpkin Spice Cookies
Pumpkin AND cookies. Well, it just doesn’t get much better. That is until you add cream cheese frosting. Okay, I’ll admit it. Yes, these cookies are loaded with sugar—but in the most magnificent way...
View ArticleLoaded Potato Soup
This weekend a few of my very favorite people came to visit—my sister and her family. They were our first official visitors with our home not still in boxes and our furniture actually put together. It...
View ArticlePumpkin and Cranberry Granola
This Pumpkin and Cranberry Granola took over the May house for a few days. After all, yogurt parfaits are good just about any time of the day. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner. Dessert. Snacks. They all...
View ArticleRoasted Sweet Potato and Quinoa Salad
Today’s post comes to you straight from a hotel room at The Great Wolf Lodge. Actually, from a pull out sofa bed at The Great Wolf Lodge to be exact. Here’s what you should know about this place: There...
View ArticleSpicy Roasted Chickpeas
Only recently did I become aware of roasted and/or fried chickpeas. Well, recently meaning a few months ago. Before this revelation, I had used chickpeas strictly as a hummus base and not much else....
View ArticleApple Pie Cookies
After over a week in Olympia, I’m officially home. It feels good—but I am already missing my family. They’re all pretty great. It was a fun visit filled with babies, kids, food, card games and even a...
View ArticleJohnny Appleseed Burgers
Aaron and I almost always opt for a bean burger or turkey burger. But occasionally, I want the real stuff. You know, beef. When I do decide I want a big and beefy burger, I like to take matters into my...
View ArticleChocolate Chip, Oatmeal and Molasses Muffins
I’ve been on the search for a good gingerbread recipe. During my hunt, I stumbled upon this combination—chocolate, oatmeal and molasses. Intrigued, I decided to give it a try. Well, it works. It really...
View ArticleBacon Spinach Quiche
Throughout our entire relationship, Aaron has maintained that he does not like quiche. At all. Not one bit. And then yesterday happened. He ate his words alongside a few slices of Bacon Spinach Quiche....
View ArticleCinnamon and Sugar Scones
Today, I had a revelation. I can bake just about anytime I want. This unemployment thing definitely has its perks. So, that’s what I did. I made Cinnamon and Sugar Scones at three in the afternoon on a...
View ArticleSweet and Spicy Almonds
I never thought it would happen. Not in a million years. But here I am, confessing to a growing and wonderful relationship with spicy foods. Now, I’m sure that my idea of spiciness differs drastically...
View ArticleCinnamon Swirl Bread
I had a little nervous energy to get out today and decided a good old bread baking would help occupy my mind. It did. And the results were delicious. Super delicious. Now, I’m a novice when it comes to...
View ArticleWhole Wheat Banana Waffles
Waffles are easily one of my favorite foods. When made properly, they are crispy on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside. Add a little maple syrup (preferably in each square) and you’ve...
View ArticleThe Smitten Kitchen Cookbook
I would say that 99% of the internet knows about Smitten Kitchen. The site, created by Deb Perelman, reigns as the best food blog ever. Really. There are food blogs. And then, there’s Smitten Kitchen....
View ArticleRaisin-Bran Muffins
Secret confession: Raisin-Bran is my all-time favorite cereal. I’m not sure if that makes me the most boring cereal eater in the world—but those are the facts. Also, I never drink my cereal milk. Ever....
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