Breakfast time! Isn't it just the best. Well, no, actually. Breakfast is always a rush for me. Between getting up, getting ready, walking the dog, and getting to work on time there rarely seems to be time to make a good breakfast. Usually I'll make a smoothie (if you're in need try this one: Green Piña Colada Smoothie) but lately I have been craving something a little heartier. With no time, … [Read more...]
Edamame and Kale Piña Colada Smoothie
Last week I received an interesting email from Williams-Sonoma (if you haven't shopped there before you should definitely check them out... they have everything a you need to make your kitchen functional and fancy - www.williams-sonoma.com). Anyway, they are having a smoothie week and presented me with an interesting challenge. Make a "Not Your Typical Smoothie" recipe - it could be an unusual … [Read more...]
Swiss Museli Oatmeal
So a few years ago when I was working in Chicago and living with a friend I was introduced to Corner Bakery. Their lunches were great but it was their breakfasts that kept me coming back. In particular their Swiss Oatmeal. It was like nothing I had ever had before. First of all it was cold. Which was weird to me at first but now is how I prefer it. It has a creamy, tangy flavor and is mixed … [Read more...]
Breakfast Potatoes
What's better than a homemade brunch on a Sunday afternoon? Not much, that's for sure. This weekend was a lot of fun. Since moving to San Antonio we are constantly busy - there's just so much to do. This week was Fiesta. For those not from around these parts it's basically an 11 day long festival all over town complete with parades, block parties, concerts, and food trucks. It has been a … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Bread
Well it seems to be officially the pumpkin time of year. I absolutely love this time of year because I love everything pumpkin. From the lattes to the pies to the jack-o-lanterns and everything in between. One of my favorite ways to enjoy the pumpkin flavors of the season is a in a pumpkin quick bread. Quick breads are some of my favorite baked goods. Given their … [Read more...]
