September 14, 2015

Ginger Pork Meatballs with Coconut Broth

Rice + meat. That’s what the men in my family love. They also really love Asian flavors so I figured I’d kill two birds with one stone and make this recipe I checked out in this month’s Bon Appetit magazine.

The meatballs are tender and flavorful. Cooper, who loves the filling in potstickers loved these meatballs. They’re kind of similar in that they’re both loaded with ginger.

I am so grateful that he’s starting to be a little more adventurous in his eating habits. I knew he had it in him!

When I made the rice, I used coconut milk instead of water to make this dish extra rich. The coconut broth in this recipe can turn your bowl of rice into a soup…I’m not mad at that. I love a little rice in my soup! I’m definitely adding this one to our rotation when the weather gets chillier. Summer is still here but we can plan a little in our heads, can’t we?

Inspiration

September 13, 2015

And I Quote:

my everyday life, Photography

September 12, 2015

My Everyday Life: Week 37

Here’s what My Everyday Life Week 37 looked like:

I have a photo posse at school.

Sundays.

We moved a bunch of furniture around last weekend. It means new light to play with.

Note to self:

Playing with my label maker.

This flower…I’ve been waiting all summer for it to grow. I wanted to plant sunflowers in our backyard but they died and then this one sprouted up from a seed that came from our bird feeder. LOVE THAT.

Contrasty things.

Making zucchini coins.

Last meal worthy.

Our coffee station.

September 11, 2015

I love lists, Friday!

Welcome to I love Lists Friday. It’s Friday. Let’s surf the ‘net together!

I loved reading my friend Lisa’s approach to work + motherhood
I’ve started a Stress Log this week.
This bag caught my eye.
I’m all for stripes & plaid
There’s a new trend in gifting….
These scones have me excited about Fall.
The Myth of Quality Time
I love a good renovation!
Life man, LIFE.
My Mom is a Hero Because…
What happens when you don’t shear a sheep for 5 years
I would only go to Burning Man for the photo opportunities. Here are some more.
Steve Jobs wasn’t so awesome at times.
The universe tests us. Always.
I want this photo for my wall.
All the Single Ladies!
This map is HELLA cool.
Goodbye long intimate emails…sigh…
Preordered this book. So Excited!
Drunk History – How this couple met. AMAZING.
We are finishing up the first season of Mr. Robot this week. Love the way it’s shot. (spoilers!)
How to Keep Your Car Organized– I have some tips!

recipes

September 10, 2015

Zucchini Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Before we said goodbye to summer break, I had a little get-together at my house with our friends who live up the street. There’s nothing like grilling outside and enjoying each other’s company before the hustle and bustle of back to school season starts.

After our dinner of grilled hot dogs, tater tots & salad, I served this Zucchini Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting for dessert. It’s packed with zucchini and none of the kids had any idea until we told them.

This is an incredibly moist cake, thanks to the combination of shredded zucchini and Olivari Olive Oil. It’s not too sweet, which meant that it was the perfect thing to have the night before school started. Also…it was the perfect cake to have for breakfast with a hot cup of coffee. I believe that cream cheese frosting makes mornings, afternoons and evenings better. Don’t you agree?

recipes

September 8, 2015

Gluten Free Greek Flatbread Pizza

Currently:

Watching Mr. Mom (childhood favorite!), wishing for a haircut, drinking a bourbon cocktail, hoping the laundry will fold itself and dreaming about breakfast tomorrow morning.

I made this Gluten Free Greek Flatbread Pizza last week. I had garbanzo bean flour in our pantry that was expiring soon and so I made socca. I made socca because I saved this recipe from thekitchn a looooooooong time ago. I was so excited to try it, that I immediately went out and bought the garbanzo bean flour and here we are…with it almost expiring. Nothing like waiting til the last minute.

But I took the socca a step further and smeared it with a garlic cucumber yogurt spread and topped it with juicy tomatoes, feta, and generous amount of fresh herbs. Crispy chewy crust with what’s practically a salad on top. Carb salad! But a gluten free carb salad.