So far, I’ve craved the following things during pregnancy: apricots, deli macaroni salad, blueberries, cookies n’ cream ice cream, chocolate chip cookies, macaroni and cheese, french onion dip (and potato chips), grapes, s’mores, brownies (from a box), peaches and cottage cheese, and cereal. (I’ve been eating a lot of cereal.) Sadly, there have been zero vegetables on the cravings list…. Read More »
I blinked and found myself smack in the middle of July. It’s 95 degrees and I’m 6 months pregnant, and I’m trying my darndest to not be crabby about it. I’m gobbling up summer berries like a crazy woman. I cannot stop eating cherries, apricots, and blueberries. I bought a kiddie pool (when my niece was in town visiting), but… Read More »
Oh, summertime. I just can’t get enough of you. I love the heat, brightly colored sundresses, summer reading, and family vacations. I love stone fruits and summer squash and berries and green beans and peppers and fresh basil. I love camping, grilling, boating, and hiking. I love summertime adventures. And, I love fruit-laden summer desserts. James beard once said, “Of… Read More »
This is such a simple and pretty spring salad. I won’t pretend this salad is anything new or revolutionary – let’s be honest, we’ve all seen spinach and strawberry salads before – but I think the simplicity of this salad is what I love most about it. It’s chock-full of gorgeous spring produce – strawberries, spinach, fennel, radishes, and snap… Read More »
This pie is the best pie ever. I know that’s a bold statement, but I am telling you the truth. This strawberry cream pie is just the best. It’s simple, seasonal, and it’s absolutely beautiful. Northwest strawberries are at the peak of their season right now, and so they are remarkably plump, sweet, and juicy. They don’t need any doctoring… Read More »
It’s been awhile, my pretties. I’ve got a few great recipes that I plan on sharing with you in the coming weeks, but for now I’ll just leave you with a list of favorites. Happy Friday, y’all. Have a great holiday weekend! FRIDAY FAVORITES, MAY 23, 2014 *My dad. Yesterday, my dad turned 60. As I think about becoming a… Read More »
Oh, vegetables. I used to love you. Then, I got pregnant and everything changed. I no longer wanted vegetables. All I wanted to eat was chocolate chip cookies and grilled cheese sandwiches. However, a girl can’t live on chocolate chip cookies and grilled cheese alone. (I mean, technically, I could. But I shouldn’t.) I’ve had to practically force myself to… Read More »