October 2009

just another reason to love my co-op

October 30, 2009

Not only is my co-op one of the best in the country (it’s true) it is pretty much my personal playground. No matter how many times I go I can easily spend countless hours wandering the aisles checking for the latest and greatest new foods, products, miracles, etc. I prefer to go by myself because [...]

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in my cupboard: tera’s whey

October 29, 2009

Finding this protein powder was SO much fun! I had an “internet date” with Holly from The Healthy Everythingtarian and it was a perfect first date in my opinion She is as much fun in person as she conveys through her blog. I hope to see her again soon, I’ll probably be needing some more [...]

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baked eggs & herbs

October 28, 2009

In a quest to use my new ramekins for something other than mac & cheese, use some herbs, incorporate one of my favorite ingredients AND make something a little special on a day off of work I decided on some baked eggs. They are simple and satisfying, and really, what more can you ask for [...]

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moussaka

October 27, 2009

I had seen a recipe in the Rachel Ray magazine and decided it would be the perfect meal to eat 1/2 and save 1/2 for a rainy (or snowy – eek!) day. I changed the recipe a bit based on what I had on hand. I also used bison instead of lamb or beef – [...]

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rustic white bean & herb dip

October 26, 2009

What to do with leftover white beans from this? Make a dip of course! Recipe: 1 can or leftover beans 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1-2 Tbsp herbs, chopped ( I used rosemary and thyme) Heat oil in skillet (if you want it burnt like mine – which actually turned out great [...]

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restaurant: butcher block

October 24, 2009

For the tasters Birthday he decided on a new restaurant in our neighborhood called The Butcher Block. “Where meat is our passion; organic, grass-fed & sustainable are our principles; and serving great-tasting food – with or without meat – is our priority.” And meat we had. I love the more “traditional” Italian restaurants complete with [...]

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