Did you know??? January is national soup month. (Well, duh, right?) While I LOVE soup, I’m over here on a Ramen tear and I will NOT STOP until I have ‘mastered’ the art of the perfect bowl. I say ‘mastered’ because some ramen chefs dedicate their entire lives to finding the perfect harmony in a…Continue Reading “Butternut Squash & Tomato Soup”
Happy New -DECADE,- Y’all! Not sure about you but, it’s been one hell of an end to 2010’s over here. I’m not sure if the excitement from the holidays has me buzzing or if the promise of a new beginning is most intriguing but this January 1st finds me with hope and inspiration! Ushering in…Continue Reading “In Defense of my Obligatory New Year’s day post”
The first time I ever tried butternut squash was in a jar of marinara years ago. During one of my marathon trips to TJ Maxx, I stumbled upon a jar of sauce that was ‘low in points’ so I decided to give it a shot. I was pleasantly surprised by the delicate taste and quickly…Continue Reading “Butternut Squash Marinara”
Move More. Find the Stillness. I love Sundays and always have. There is something special about a Sunday that just resets the soul. But, My Sundays are supercharged. Weekly Schedule? Check. Meals prepped & planned? Check. Meetings Confirmed? Check. I usually start Sunday Supper around 3 or 4 and I take care to plan…Continue Reading “The Third Steps to Develop a Self-Care Practice”
Proper Nutrition. Hmmmm…Food is probably the one true topic I talk about every day. But, I’ve cautiously avoided diving beneath the surface. Growing up with a busy, working mother, weeknights were fast and easy, usually coming from a box. My stepfather was a foodie before foodies were a thing as we were always driving…Continue Reading “The Second Steps to Develop a Self-Care Practice”
Growing up, my Grandma told me “Fruit is Nature’s candy.” As an adult, I’ve come to learn she is absolutely correct. I am always looking for ways to enhance the flavor of bare fruit by adding a few complimentary tweaks that will make their flavor sing. Sugar-laden dishes are tasty and seem to be the…Continue Reading “Strawberry Ricotta Toast”