Food making Memories


I took a bit of a break from blogging while looking for a job, but I am excited to jump back into it now that I am gainfully employed. When I don't have time to cook every day, or every week, cooking is a special treat to share with those I care about - and can be a lot of fun. Plus, it's healthier and cheaper than going out. 


This simple combination of pasta, sauteed onions, grape tomatoes, basil, feta, olive oil, garlic and Italian herbs was a great success when my old college roommate and I wanted a quick lunch to share on the patio on one of the last warm days in September.  


Giada's Roman Chicken recipe made for a delicious date night with the new boyfriend. After a long, busy week full of not the best food choices, it feels good to sit down and enjoy a homemade meal for a change. Just remember to leave plenty of time to prepare the meal, so you're not stressed out or tempted to snack while you wait.


I don't how I got it into my head that I wanted to make a Smorgastorta - aka "Savory Sandwich Cake" - a traditional Swedish cake that is supposed to be a great appetizer and look beautiful too. Mine looks less than beautiful, but constructing this 4 layer cake and deciding on what each layer should be and how to decorate was great fun on a cold winter night. The fillings included cream cheese and cucumber, smoked salmon, tomato and more cream cheese. Definitely not for the faint of heart.... or those with a heart condition. 


When my boyfriend and I first started dating, he mentioned a trip to Hawaii, and some particularly delicious banana pancakes with macadamia nut sauce. Of course, I was intrigued. I came to find out that he is not the only one craving pancakes from Boots and Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen in Kailua, HI - this recipe has the same inspiration. Now these pancakes will remind me of lazy Sundays, watching football. 

Recipes and nutrition coming soon!

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