October 21, 2013

Pasta Frittata w/ Taleggio & Mushrooms

When we were first dating, I made Casey a mushroom dish that gave him food poisoning. He got it, I didn’t—and we BOTH ATE IT. How does that work? I have no idea what happened, but since then he has been very apprehensive about me making dishes that involve mushrooms. I can’t say I blame him.

I absolutely ADORE mushrooms and during colder months I can’t get enough! It’s been fourteen years (whoa!) since the mushroom incident and fortunately, Casey has learned to love mushrooms. I think white truffle oil paved the way. I can put it on anything and he will devour it. Go figure.

This pasta fritatta recipe comes from Melt: The Art of Macaroni & Cheese. It’s a cookbook for mac & CHEESE lovers. If you’re looking for ways to impress guests with cheese knowledge while serving them up a unique take on macaroni & cheese, this is the book for you! How could you go wrong with Taleggio, mushrooms, pasta & truffle oil?? I added a bit of arugula to the site to cut the richness…and to trick myself into thinking I’m being healthy. It kinda worked!

my everyday life, Photography

October 20, 2013

My Everyday Life: Week 42

Here’s what this past week looking like.

The sky was pink and I loved every second of it.

October 18, 2013

I love lists, Friday!

I love Babycakes in NYC and I can’t believe I never saw this video!
Despite all of her negative publicity, Miley Cyrus is a good singer.
This post made me think really hard about decorating our house. I’m glad I’m taking it slow.
Biz Ladies! 10 Golden Rules About Getting Paid as a Creative!
Warped Childhood, Restoration Hardware Style. I snorted while reading this one.
PUMPKIN. BUTTER. S’MORES. Miracles do happen.
A lot of actors got their start on Dawson’s Creek. PROOF.
This Bjork Swan Dress Halloween Costume DIY is awesome.
Dreamy apple picking!
59 Slang Phrases We Should Start Using Again. Banana Oil!
All you animated gif lovers— Parks & Rec gifs!
I can’t wait til Cooper learns the art of a TO DO LIST
Martha vs. Gwyneth — who will win? Also Martha vs. Bloggers! OH MARTHA (I still love you)
17 Photobombs my mom will enjoy.
11 Ways I’m Trying to Achieve a Sane Relationship with the Internet. This is good.

With Style & Grace made my Cornflake Marshmallow Cookies GLUTEN FREE!

Dizzy Loves Icy made my Banana Walnut Granola

Aigoo Chamna adapted my Earl Grey Tea Cookies

Apples Under My Bed smash-banged my Baked Cinnamon Doughnuts with Joy’s recipe.

recipes

October 16, 2013

Spinach Tortellini Soup

The nights are starting to get cooler here in the Bay Area and I’m absolutely loving it. Autumn is my absolute favorite time of the year. I especially love the chill in the morning because it makes me appreciate the warmth of my coffee even more. Also, SOUP. I love soup weather. Who doesn’t??

This Spinach Tortellini soup is like a warm/cozy blanket. It’s SUPER comforting, hearty and somewhat healthy. There’s an amazing amount of spinach in there– you’ll see. A warm bowl full of soup goes best with a heavy dose of freshly grated Parmesan and a few slabs or 4 of my killer garlic bread. It’s so dang easy that it goes in my Everyday Eats category. Enjoy!

Inspiration, Outfitting

October 15, 2013

OUTFITTING: Tunic Time

I’ve become a fan of tunics in the past few years and let me tell you why! They’re comfy and they cover you up!! If you’ve eaten too much during the holidays (ahem, ME) you can unbutton your pants and NO ONE WILL KNOW. Also…if you’re not sure your pants or leggings are making you’re rear-end look big, NO WORRIES. You’re covered. Lastly, drape-y fabric makes me think I’m wearing pajamas and really I just want to wear pajamas in some form all day/everyday. So, let’s celebrate the TUNIC. They’re GREAT with leggings & boots and flats and maybe even a long flowy maxi skirt!

I think it’s funny that I gravitate towards black & blue. Can’t stop/Won’t stop.

One/Two/Three/Four/Five/Six/Seven/Eight

recipes

October 14, 2013

Braised Brussels Sprouts w/ Pancetta

Is it too early to start thinking about Thanksgiving? I mean… I’ve seen Christmas decorations at Costco since August, so I think we’re cool. Right? One of my favorite things about Thanksgiving is the side-dish action. Gimme mashed potatoes, stuffing & sweet potaotes and I’m totally cool. No need for turkey, but I’ll take some gravy if you’ve got it. Oh wait, shouldn’t I be eating something green? I’ll take this braised Brussels Sprouts recipe, please.

The Brussels Sprouts here are super tender and almost creamy with the addition of the Parmesan. The browned pancetta & onions create a hash-like quality to the mixture. If some turkey gravy trailed off into my mound of sprouts, I’d probably shed three solid happy tears. I might even punch somebody; they’re that good.

But then again, this is one of those side-dishes that can turn into a WHOLE meal because you simply CANNOT stop at one helping. I gave Casey a small bowl and then later I saw him standing over the counter shoveling more in his mouth. Good sign. Good sign.