So, I realize that some of the things we do for meals may seem more involved than you want to get on your average weekday evening. Have you seen the Make-Ahead Meals section? Trust me. We have those nights too. In fact, we have those nights an average of 5 out of the 7 days … [Read more...] about Five-Minute Guacamole
Build-Your-Own Burritos, Steak Style
There is a place in my heart that is occupied by a Chipotle burrito (or a bol). It's a large place on account of the size factor, so it's hard to miss. In fact, I don't know that there are many days I would turn down a Chipotle burrito if it were offered to me. The appeal of … [Read more...] about Build-Your-Own Burritos, Steak Style
Planting an Herb Garden…in a Pot.
I have a relatively large backyard for living in an urban area, yet my herb gardens live in pots. There are many reasons for this, but I first became a believer in the potted herbs after my first attempt at growing them. I had purchased seedlings and planted them hoping to … [Read more...] about Planting an Herb Garden…in a Pot.
The Monday Menu: May 4, 2009
It's May! Where did April go? I remember when I was planning for our snowboarding trip the first weekend of April, and now here we are in May, already preparing for summer. This has been a busy weekend full of gardening, baby births (welcome, Baby Wales!), bridal showers and … [Read more...] about The Monday Menu: May 4, 2009
Tried and Tested: Cinco de Mayo
Photo by kretyen Tuesday is Cinco de Mayo, and while it is not the Mexican Independence Day (that's September 16) and it is celebrated more in America than in Mexico, it's a chance to make whatever your favorite Mexican dish happens to be and raise a glass in honor of your … [Read more...] about Tried and Tested: Cinco de Mayo
