tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12582616783691937932024-03-16T22:51:05.181-07:00hold the onionsCandicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.comBlogger345125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-80194771642381461542013-06-05T11:40:00.001-07:002013-06-05T11:40:26.011-07:00Buckeyes<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-vlLpsD-GENU/Ua-GF61plYI/AAAAAAAAHdE/M5CQBKpGxg4/s640/blogger-image-332655720.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-vlLpsD-GENU/Ua-GF61plYI/AAAAAAAAHdE/M5CQBKpGxg4/s640/blogger-image-332655720.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><p style="text-align: justify; "></p><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto; "><b style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Buckeyes</b></div><p></p><p style="text-align: -webkit-auto; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Yield: 36 to 42 tablespoon-sized candies</span></p><p style="text-align: justify; "></p><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1/4 cup (2 ounces) cream cheese, softened</span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1 1/2 cups peanut butter (smooth, but you can use chunky if you are looking for more texture)</span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1 cup graham cracker crumbs (from about 14 graham crackers</span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1/2 tsp salt</span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">3 cups powdered sugar</span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, melted and cooled</span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">12 ounces dark chocolate (60 to 72%), coarsely chopped</span></div><p></p><p style="text-align: -webkit-auto; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><u>Make the filling:</u> In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter together until combined. Add the graham cracker crumbs and beat for 10 seconds. Add the sugar and butter then increase the speed until the ingredients are combined. Scrape down the whole bowl well, then mix again. The mixture will be quite sturdy and a little dry — perfect for shaping. Set it aside while you prepare the coating.</span></p><p style="text-align: -webkit-auto; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><u>Make the coating:</u> Melt the chocolate either over a double boiler, stirring until it is completely smooth or in a microwave in 30 then 10 second increments, stirring before you start it again until it is completely smooth. Let it cool to tepid while you shape the peanut butter balls. </span></p><p style="text-align: -webkit-auto; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><u>Assemble the candies:</u> Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Scoop out slightly more than one tablespoon’s worth of filling and use your hands to form it into a ball. Place the ball on the prepared sheet and repeat the process until all of the candies have been shaped. They can sit close to each other but make sure they are not touching.</span></p><p style="text-align: -webkit-auto; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Using a fork or large skewer, dip each ball into the chocolate and roll it about so that almost the entire candy is coating, leaving a small circle uncoated. </span></p><p style="text-align: -webkit-auto; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Chill the buckeyes until they are set, about 30 minutes.</span></p><p style="text-align: -webkit-auto; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><u>Do ahead:</u> Buckeyes will keep in the fridge for what the book says is 3 days, but I’d say at least a week, should you keep them in a lockbox and hide the key.</span></p><div><br></div></div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-1928402573002232542013-06-05T11:06:00.001-07:002013-06-05T11:12:17.209-07:00Churro Balls<div id="recipe"><h3 style="font-weight: normal; margin: 1.25em 0px 0.25em; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Churros Balls with Warm Chocolate Dipping Sauce</span></h3><p style="margin: 0.5em 0px 1em; "><em style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Serves 4-6</em></p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><i><i>For the cinnamon sugar:</i><br></i>1/2 cup sugar<br>4 teaspoons ground cinnamon<i><br><br>For the churros:</i><br>1/2 cup whole or 2% milk<br>1/2 cup water<br>4 ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces <br>1 cinnamon stick<br>2 teaspoons sugar<br>1/2 teaspoon kosher salt<br>1 cup (4 1/4 ounces) all-purpose flour <br>4 large eggs <br>1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract<br>Canola or peanut oil, for frying<br><br><i>For the chocolate dipping sauce:</i><br>4 ounces good-quality semisweet chocolate, chopped finely<br>1 cup whole or 2% milk<br>Pinch of kosher salt<br>1/4 cup heavy cream (or milk)<br>1 heaping teaspoon cornstarch<br><br>For the cinnamon-sugar, whisk together in a small bowl. Transfer to a shallow dish and set aside.<br></span><p style="margin: 0.5em 0px 1em; "></p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">For the churros, combine the milk, water, butter, cinnamon stick, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium to medium-high heat, stirring once or twice, until the liquid begins to boil. Immediately remove the pan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick. <br></span><p style="margin: 0.5em 0px 1em; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously to combine. Return the pan to medium heat to dry out the dough. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the dough forms a round mass and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 3 minutes. (There will also be a noticeable "film" of flour on the bottom and sides of the pan.)</span></p><p style="margin: 0.5em 0px 1em; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Transfer the dough to a bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat dough on low speed for one minute to cool and no longer steaming. Increase the speed to medium and add the eggs, one at a time, until each is completely incorporated. Add the vanilla bean paste. (At this point, the dough should be shiny and form a "rope" when the blade is lifted from the pan.) Press a sheet of plastic wrap directly on the surface. Allow the dough to rest while you heat the oil, at least 15 - 30 minutes.<br><br>Fill a large Dutch oven with about 2 inches of frying oil; heat on medium-high until the temperature reaches 375°F. Line a sheet pan with paper towels or a brown paper bag, and cover with a wire cooling rack. Use a small spring-form ice cream scoop to carefully release rounds of batter into the oil, about 6 or 7 at time. (Do not overcrowd the pot; they should not be touching.) <br></span></p><p style="margin: 0.5em 0px 1em; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Flip the balls occasionally with long tongs or a spider to promote even cooking. Once churros are puffed and light amber/golden brown, about 2-3 minutes, remove to the wire rack to drain for a moment. While still hot, coat each churro in the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Place on a serving dish and continue frying the remaining dough. Make sure the frying oil comes back up to temperature between batches.<br><br>For the chocolate dipping sauce, combine the chocolate, milk, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the chocolate is melted. Whisk the cornstarch into the heavy cream and add to the milk mixture. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook for another 30 seconds, until the sauce is dark and slightly thickened, then remove from the heat. Transfer to a bowl for dipping, whisking as necessary. <br></span></p><h3 style="font-weight: normal; margin: 1.25em 0px 0.25em; "><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Recipe Notes:</span></h3><ul style="margin: 0.5em 0px 1em 0.75em; padding: 0px; list-style-image: url(http://a-ec1.apartmenttherapy.com/assets/bullet-d9d6cf27078349e34b5ecf307a67dcd5.png); "><li style="margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">If you do not have a stand mixer, you can beat in the eggs with either a handheld electric mixer or by hand. If mixing in the eggs by hand, allow the flour mixture to cool for 15 minutes before beating in the eggs.</span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0.5em 0px 1em 0.75em; padding: 0px; list-style-image: url(http://a-ec1.apartmenttherapy.com/assets/bullet-d9d6cf27078349e34b5ecf307a67dcd5.png); "><li style="margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">To make traditional log shape churros, transfer the rested dough to a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe 4-inch strips of dough, snipping with kitchen shears to release, into the hot oil and fry according to directions.</span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0.5em 0px 1em 0.75em; padding: 0px; list-style-image: url(http://a-ec1.apartmenttherapy.com/assets/bullet-d9d6cf27078349e34b5ecf307a67dcd5.png); "><li style="margin-bottom: 0px; "><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">To bake the churros, preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using the pastry bag fitted with a large star tip, pipe into 4-inch logs. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until slightly puffed. Finish off under the broiler until golden brown and crispy. Dust in cinnamon-sugar mixture before serving.<br></span></li></ul><p style="color: rgb(60, 60, 60); font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 22px; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.292969); -webkit-composition-fill-color: rgba(175, 192, 227, 0.230469); -webkit-composition-frame-color: rgba(77, 128, 180, 0.230469); -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin: 0.5em 0px 1em; "><br></p></div><div style="color: rgb(60, 60, 60); font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 22px; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.296875); -webkit-composition-fill-color: rgba(175, 192, 227, 0.230469); -webkit-composition-frame-color: rgba(77, 128, 180, 0.230469); -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "></div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-mAaxMU3O7uc/Ua9-Gzkz8TI/AAAAAAAAHcw/zqd2FDhOVkg/s640/blogger-image--1222657440.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-mAaxMU3O7uc/Ua9-Gzkz8TI/AAAAAAAAHcw/zqd2FDhOVkg/s640/blogger-image--1222657440.jpg"></a></div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-73976699674931222482011-05-19T06:45:00.001-07:002011-05-19T06:46:58.319-07:00Kelli<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LB7JBQrqkJ0/TdUfDJaf-dI/AAAAAAAADQ4/FmTCfVkeuFA/s1600/kelli%2B8.png"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LB7JBQrqkJ0/TdUfDJaf-dI/AAAAAAAADQ4/FmTCfVkeuFA/s400/kelli%2B8.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608423049886955986" border="0" /></a><br />For a fun birthday tribute to Kelli, go <a href="http://www.cookfamilymesaaz.blogspot.com">here</a>!<br /></div>Marenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12705063469229908421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-46585280829272512542011-02-15T07:14:00.000-08:002011-02-15T07:14:00.824-08:00Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-57oJG4W8gQ4/TVbtXBYPJ7I/AAAAAAAAEFg/J-kLprLtav8/s1600/IMG_2472.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-57oJG4W8gQ4/TVbtXBYPJ7I/AAAAAAAAEFg/J-kLprLtav8/s400/IMG_2472.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572902568680433586" /></a><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande'; font-size: medium; border-collapse: collapse; ">I think we've established that you can never have too many enchilada recipes. This is a delicious one, and a fun twist on the norm. I think you're supposed to use the traditional orange sweet potato, but I accidentally got the yellow variety, and it still turned out pretty delicious.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande'; font-size: medium; border-collapse: collapse; "><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande'; font-size: medium; border-collapse: collapse; "><b>Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" border-collapse: collapse; font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;"><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';"><br /></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">2 large sweet potatoes</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">1 T olive oil</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">1 T minced garlic</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">1 small jalapeno minced (seeded)</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">1 can rinsed black beans (I used two cans)</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">1 can diced tomatoes (I used petite diced with green chilies)</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">1 T chili powder</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">Salt and pepper to taste</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">2 cups of your favorite salsa</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">8 large flour tortillas (I filled 10 and still had plenty of filling left to layer on top)</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';"><br /></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">Peel your sweet potatoes and dice into chunks, spread out on a baking sheet with a little olive oil and salt, bake at 400 until soft.</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';"><br /></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">Saute your garlic and jalapeno in the olive oil, add black beans, tomatoes, chili powder, and sweet potatoes. Mix everything really well and let cook for a few minutes.</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';"><br /></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">Spread 1 to 1 and 1/2 cups of salsa on the bottom of a casserole pan. Fill tortillas with the bean and sweet potato mixture, roll tightly, and place in pan. When finished top with remaining salsa and filling. You can also top with cheese if you would like. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes.</span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';"><br /></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande';">Serve with lettuce, olives, avocado, and a little sour cream.</span></span></div></span></div>Kellihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560669958465520139noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-48479623848454876682011-02-10T09:52:00.000-08:002011-02-10T10:05:56.467-08:00V-Day Food Fun<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BOqkuqLBkmk/TVQnHsymvAI/AAAAAAAAHRI/TVE42R5Ox_U/s1600/pizza-e1295353388286.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 360px; height: 360px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BOqkuqLBkmk/TVQnHsymvAI/AAAAAAAAHRI/TVE42R5Ox_U/s400/pizza-e1295353388286.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572121652200127490" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TVQnHcsRImI/AAAAAAAAHRA/7nQJA-c7lEw/s1600/fruit%2Bkabobs.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TVQnHcsRImI/AAAAAAAAHRA/7nQJA-c7lEw/s400/fruit%2Bkabobs.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572121647878578786" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TVQnHFxcuuI/AAAAAAAAHQ4/0B4WNt-4ChI/s1600/ccpop3.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 388px; height: 388px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TVQnHFxcuuI/AAAAAAAAHQ4/0B4WNt-4ChI/s400/ccpop3.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572121641726294754" /></a><br />Trying to decide which of these ideas to do for which meal over the weekend and Monday. Happy Valentine's Day to you and yours!<div><br /></div><div>Pizza idea from <a href="http://onecharmingparty.com/">One Charming Party</a>, Fruit Kabobs from <a href="http://babydollandsweetiepie.blogspot.com/">Bev</a>, and Warm + Fuzzy Cookie Pops from <a href="http://www.thedecoratedcookieblog.com/2011/01/warm-and-fuzzy-heart-cookie-pops.html">The Decorated Cookie</a>. Thanks for the cuteness, friends. </div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-88162418197296329622011-01-13T14:21:00.001-08:002011-01-13T15:27:31.497-08:00Food for Thought<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TS97HCJGtjI/AAAAAAAAHQo/SxDSjs2OXpU/s1600/superfood-cancer-fruit-400.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TS97HCJGtjI/AAAAAAAAHQo/SxDSjs2OXpU/s400/superfood-cancer-fruit-400.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5561799425590212146" /></a>I doubt I am alone in my quest to eat healthier this new year. I have so much room for improvement in this area. I want the shift to be a lasting one, not a fad or specific diet. I have done a bit of searching and have come up with some great resources to help me (and you, if you want) to do better. <div><br /></div><div>I have enjoyed browsing <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/healthy-appetite-with-ellie-krieger/recipes/index.html">Ellie Kreiger's recipes</a>. A few that I am going to try soon are the <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/healthy-appetite-with-ellie-krieger-/heart-shaped-whole-wheat-pancakes-with-strawberry-sauce-recipe/index.html">whole wheat pancakes with strawberry sauce</a>, the <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/healthy-appetite-with-ellie-krieger-/buffalo-chicken-salad-recipe/index.html">buffalo chicken salad</a>, and the <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/easy-chicken-mushroom-quesadillas-recipe/index.html">chicken and mushroom quesadillas</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>I am loving the new blog <a href="http://www.wordofwisdomliving.com/">Word of Wisdom Living</a>. Lots of great info.</div><div><br /></div><div>Martha is sure to inspire with <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/healthy-main-dishes">50 light and healthy main dishes</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>I've not tried any of the recipes on the <a href="http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/healthy-recipes/RecipeIndex">Mayo Clinic website</a>, but it's worth a look. I think I'll start with the <a href="http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/healthy-recipes/RE00012">Pan-Braised Onions with Rosemary</a>. NOT. I said I was going to eat healthier, I didn't say I lost my mind!</div><div><br /></div><div>Happy and Healthy New Year, every one!</div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-10240388457127497442011-01-13T14:17:00.000-08:002011-01-13T14:21:20.151-08:00Poor little food blog...You have been neglected for too too long. Sorry about that. We will take better care of you. Right, Maren, Kelli, Amanda and Emma? :)Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-56202847530830420232010-10-18T13:13:00.000-07:002010-10-18T13:22:58.251-07:00Spooky Eats<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TLyqmVjReYI/AAAAAAAAHOQ/HoFrZM2LlGo/s1600/ghoulishfood3_rect540.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 385px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TLyqmVjReYI/AAAAAAAAHOQ/HoFrZM2LlGo/s400/ghoulishfood3_rect540.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529482018100967810" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TLyqmLeU7QI/AAAAAAAAHOI/ptiApELI0cc/s1600/ghoulishfood2_rect540.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TLyqmLeU7QI/AAAAAAAAHOI/ptiApELI0cc/s400/ghoulishfood2_rect540.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529482015395867906" /></a>I love spooky Halloween food...<a href="http://www.ohdeedoh.com/ohdeedoh/entertaining/ghastly-ghoulish-halloween-food-129044"> here</a> are a few new-to-me ideas for your repertoire.Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-80376745241712363832010-10-18T13:09:00.000-07:002010-10-18T13:13:13.108-07:00Menu, 10-17-10I don't know if anyone cares what we eat for dinner 'round here, but it helps me and my meal planning to post it here and refer back to my menu's, so here ya go.<div><br /></div><div>Sun- broccoli cheddar soup, strawberry spinach salad, cornbread, chocolate pumpkin cake and ice cream</div><div><br /></div><div>M- baked potato soup, salad, crusty bread, no bake cookies</div><div><br /></div><div>T- fast chicken fajitas</div><div><br /></div><div>W- stir fry</div><div><br /></div><div>Th- spaghetti and turkey meatballs</div><div><br /></div><div>F- beef stew</div><div><br /></div><div>Sat- trying to narrow down which version of whoopie pie I want to bake-n-take to a Halloween party</div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-58755703424287076172010-09-27T10:19:00.000-07:002010-09-27T10:51:51.483-07:00Summer Vegetable Gratin<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TKDWIHi_4yI/AAAAAAAAHMg/99bbxFZOIi4/s1600/IMG_1020.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 286px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TKDWIHi_4yI/AAAAAAAAHMg/99bbxFZOIi4/s400/IMG_1020.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5521648578109367074" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TKDWHr_rA3I/AAAAAAAAHMY/O13nrfzcomU/s1600/IMG_1026.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 286px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TKDWHr_rA3I/AAAAAAAAHMY/O13nrfzcomU/s400/IMG_1026.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5521648570713441138" /></a>I strongly urge you to make this dish as the summer is winding down- you won't be sorry. Aren't those heirloom tomatoes from Trader Joe pretty?<div><br /></div><div><b>Summer Vegetable Gratin</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; line-height: 18px; font-family:verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:11px;"><ul class="ingredientBlock" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 4.5em; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; "><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 26px; "><span class="amount" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0.5em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: -4.5em; width: 6em; clear: left; float: left; display: inline; text-align: right; font-weight: bold; ">6</span><span class="unit" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">tablespoons</span> <span class="item" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">extra-virgin olive oil</span><span class="specialInstructions" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "></span></li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 26px; "><span class="amount" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0.5em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: -4.5em; width: 6em; clear: left; float: left; display: inline; text-align: right; font-weight: bold; ">1</span><span class="unit" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">pound</span> <span class="item" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">zucchini</span> <span class="specialInstructions" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">, ends trimmed and sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices </span></li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 26px; "><span class="amount" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0.5em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: -4.5em; width: 6em; clear: left; float: left; display: inline; text-align: right; font-weight: bold; ">1</span><span class="unit" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">pound</span> <span class="item" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">summer squash</span> <span class="specialInstructions" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">(yellow), ends trimmed and sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices </span></li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 26px; "><span class="amount" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0.5em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: -4.5em; width: 6em; clear: left; float: left; display: inline; text-align: right; font-weight: bold; ">2</span><span class="unit" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">teaspoons</span> <span class="item" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">table salt</span><span class="specialInstructions" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "></span></li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 26px; "><span class="amount" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0.5em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: -4.5em; width: 6em; clear: left; float: left; display: inline; text-align: right; font-weight: bold; ">1 1/2</span><span class="unit" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">pounds</span> <span class="item" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">ripe tomatoes</span> <span class="specialInstructions" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">(3 to 4 large), sliced 1/4 inch thick</span></li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 26px; "><span class="amount" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0.5em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: -4.5em; width: 6em; clear: left; float: left; display: inline; text-align: right; font-weight: bold; ">3/4</span><span class="unit" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">teaspoon</span> <span class="item" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">ground black pepper</span></li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 26px; "><b> 1 </b>medium garlic clove, pressed</li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 26px; "><b> 1 </b>T. minced fresh thyme leaves</li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 26px; "><span class="amount" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0.5em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: -4.5em; width: 6em; clear: left; float: left; display: inline; text-align: right; font-weight: bold; ">1</span>C. bread crumbs</li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 26px; "> <b>1 </b>C. grated parmesan cheese</li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 26px; "><span class="amount" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0.5em; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: -4.5em; width: 6em; clear: left; float: left; display: inline; text-align: right; font-weight: bold; ">1/4</span><span class="unit" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">cup</span> <span class="item" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; ">chopped fresh basil leaves</span><span class="specialInstructions" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "></span></li></ul><h5 style="padding-top: 17px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 32px; text-transform: uppercase; "><br /></h5><ul class="instructions" style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 40px; margin-left: 0px; list-style-type: none; list-style-position: initial; list-style-image: initial; "><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 18px; ">1. Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat oven to 400 degrees. Brush 13- by 9-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon oil; set aside.</li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 18px; ">2. Toss zucchini and summer squash slices with 1 teaspoon salt in large bowl; transfer to colander set over bowl. Let stand until zucchini and squash release at least 3 tablespoons of liquid, about 45 minutes. Arrange slices on triple layer paper towels; cover with another triple layer paper towels. Firmly press each slice to remove as much liquid as possible.</li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 18px; ">3. Place tomato slices in single layer on double layer paper towels and sprinkle evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt; let stand 30 minutes. Place second double layer paper towels on top of tomatoes and press firmly to dry tomatoes.</li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 18px; ">4. Combine garlic, 3 tablespoons oil, remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and thyme in small bowl. In large bowl, toss zucchini and summer squash in half of oil mixture, then arrange in greased baking dish. Slightly overlap tomato slices in single layer on top of zucchs. Spoon remaining garlic-oil mixture evenly over tomatoes. Bake until vegetables are tender and tomatoes are starting to brown on edges, 40 to 45 minutes.</li><li style="padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-left: 0px; line-height: 18px; ">5. Combine bread crumbs, remaining tablespoon oil, and Parmesan in medium bowl. Remove baking dish from oven and increase heat to 450 degrees. Sprinkle bread-crumb mixture evenly on top of tomatoes. Bake gratin until bubbling and cheese is lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle with basil and let sit at room temperature 10 minutes before serving.</li></ul><div>Recipe adapted from America's Test Kitchen. Although Christopher Kimball is the nerdiest nerd ever, I can't help but love him for the good work he does. :)</div></span></b></div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-34515846869539708022010-09-27T09:46:00.000-07:002010-09-27T09:56:17.339-07:00Menu 9-26-10Trying to get back in the swing of things after a crazy couple of weeks...<div><br /></div><div>For dinner this week I willl do my best to stick to this menu:</div><div><br /></div><div>Sun- spaghetti, green salad, rolls, peach cobbler</div><div><br /></div><div>M- pesto tortellini soup</div><div><br /></div><div>T- <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2008/11/williams-sonoma-chicken-pot-pie.html">chicken pot pie</a></div><div><br /></div><div>W- <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2010/02/french-dip-sandwiches.html">french dip sammies</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Th- <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2009/09/manicotti.html">spinach manicotti</a></div><div><br /></div><div>F- BLTs</div><div><br /></div><div>Sat- pizza?</div><div><br /></div><div>I don't care that it's still 100+ degrees here, I'm in the mood for soup and soup it is. Much to my delight and Chris' dismay, soup season is only beginning...</div><div><br /></div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-84321331318195054342010-08-30T11:34:00.001-07:002010-08-30T11:53:11.581-07:00Menu, 8-29-10<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/THv52ISa7OI/AAAAAAAAHHg/55yoHE79CiU/s1600/glow-cones.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/THv52ISa7OI/AAAAAAAAHHg/55yoHE79CiU/s400/glow-cones.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5511273277350931682" /></a>Aren't <a href="http://giverslog.com/?p=9163">these snowcones</a> awesome? Will be trying these soon. <div><br /></div><div>Also, check out the new website I added to the sidebar- <a href="http://cookingwithmykid.com/">Cooking With My Kid</a>. It's the jackpot for school lunch ideas (and more). </div><div><br /></div><div>Here's what we're having for dinner this week:</div><div><br /></div><div>Sun- turkey melt from the airport</div><div>M- BBQ pork tenderloin, broccoli and potatoes</div><div>T- citrus chicken and rice, carrots and zucchs</div><div>W- skillet mac n cheese, green beans</div><div>Th- english muffin pizzas</div><div>F- out</div><div>Sat- looking forward to out of town visitors- will be making crunchy french toast for breakfast, and who knows what for dinner</div><div><br /></div><div>Next week is birthday-mania in the Bradshaw family. We're pullin' out the cake pans.</div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-78924553284045616242010-08-23T10:17:00.000-07:002010-08-23T13:40:52.024-07:00Creamy Chicken Tacos (with Mango and Avocado)<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/THKtTgadvoI/AAAAAAAAHFc/EfEW_mOIwx0/s1600/IMG_0834.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 286px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/THKtTgadvoI/AAAAAAAAHFc/EfEW_mOIwx0/s400/IMG_0834.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5508655844857593474" /></a>I don't enjoy too-long recipe titles that list all the ingredients, but this title isn't complete without throwing the mango and avocado in there because they really set these tacos apart. I think this dish is on the menu in heaven.<div><br /></div><div><b>Creamy Chicken Tacos (with Mango and Avocado)</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>2 limes</div><div>1/4 C. mayo</div><div>1/4 C. sour cream</div><div>1/2 tsp. salt</div><div>2 tsp. cumin</div><div>pinch cayenne</div><div>3 C. cooked shredded chicken</div><div>1 mango</div><div>taco shells</div><div>2 avocado</div><div><br /></div><div>Mix together 2 T. lime juice, 1 tsp. lime zest, mayo, sour cream, salt, cumin and cayenne pepper. Add chicken and toss. Thinly slice avocado and mango, and toss in 1 T. lime juice. Spoon chicken into shells and top with mango avocado mix. OUTstanding summertime dinner.</div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-19175072745660463292010-08-18T18:45:00.000-07:002010-08-18T18:45:00.614-07:0025 Most Common Cooking Mistakes<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.cookinglight.com/cooking-101/techniques/cooking-questions-tips-00400000064986/"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Zgz2Q6Biwic/TGwPNrJpyNI/AAAAAAAADUE/inlGzkZpKYw/s400/oh-wtcp1-blue-bowl-l.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506793171963201746" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;"><span class="photocredit">Photo: Oxmoor House</span></span>, <a href="http://www.cookinglight.com/"><span style="font-size:78%;">cookinglight.com</span></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I cam across an article today, and thought it was interesting. I counted, and I've made at least 16 of the 25 mistakes listed...<br /><br />Find the article <a href="http://www.cookinglight.com/cooking-101/techniques/cooking-questions-tips-00400000064986/">here</a>.<br /></div>Kellihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560669958465520139noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-24617796708465413472010-08-17T22:13:00.000-07:002010-08-17T22:37:22.471-07:00Menu 8-15-10<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TGtvfuI11lI/AAAAAAAAHFU/7mM8eLpZ6C8/s1600/ina-garten6.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TGtvfuI11lI/AAAAAAAAHFU/7mM8eLpZ6C8/s400/ina-garten6.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506617560142304850" /></a>As much as I enjoy cooking, I think I would enjoy it EVEN MORE if I could do it in the likes of this kitchen, which belongs to Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa. I love that show- she and Jeffrey crack me right up. <div><br /></div><div>Here's what's cookin in my humble but adequate kitchen this week:</div><div><br /></div><div>S- <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2008/10/taco-salad.html">taco salad</a> + jello pretzel dessert</div><div>M- take out</div><div>T- BLTs on ciabatta</div><div>W- creamy chicken tacos with mango and avocado</div><div>Th- bruschetta chicken</div><div>F- birthday BBQ with friends- I'm bringing <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2010/05/pesto-pasta-salad.html">pesto pasta salad</a></div><div>Sat- pork tenderloin and raspberry spinach salad</div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-32896247888342982792010-08-13T09:41:00.000-07:002010-08-13T09:49:39.218-07:00Teriyaki Chicken Burgers with Pineapple<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TGV2B1EGdNI/AAAAAAAAHFM/qDvExJFffWU/s1600/Grilled+Teriyaki+Chicken+and+Pineapple+Sandwich+500.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TGV2B1EGdNI/AAAAAAAAHFM/qDvExJFffWU/s400/Grilled+Teriyaki+Chicken+and+Pineapple+Sandwich+500.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504935893326525650" /></a>My new favorite summer (and possibly year-round) dinner. A BIG hit with all four of us last night.<div><br /></div><div><b>Teriyaki Chicken Burgers with Pineapple</b></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:130%;color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:130%;color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 16px; line-height: normal;"><b><br /></b></span></span></span></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal; font-size: 14px; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 22px; ">4 chicken breasts<br />1 C. teriyaki sauce<br />4 slices pineapple<br />4 slices tomato<br />4 leaves lettuce<br />4 T. mayonnaise<br /><br />Marinate the chicken in the teriyaki sauce in the fridge for a few hours. Grill the chicken and pineapple. Assemble sandwiches.</span></b></div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-65558649362670926252010-08-09T09:13:00.001-07:002010-08-09T09:53:13.798-07:00More Veggies, PleaseWhy is it that babies eat fruit and veggies with no problem, but toddlers struggle to choke down one bite? Every kid loves Mac and Cheese, but few love carrots. Today, I combined the 2 and Jonah ate every bite. Of course, it is good to train kids to eat veggies on their own, but if you need a quick way to get veggies into your toddler without a fight, try this.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_o7GAQIDe_XQ/TGApNTHMyXI/AAAAAAAABMI/dmdxB5RjT38/s1600/macaroniandcheese.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 280px; height: 280px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_o7GAQIDe_XQ/TGApNTHMyXI/AAAAAAAABMI/dmdxB5RjT38/s400/macaroniandcheese.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503444053092256114" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Ideas for increasing veggie intake:<br /><ol><li>Dice veggies small, or add pureed veggies to favorite meals or soups. Puree your own with Cuisinart Smart Stick or use pureed baby veggies.</li><li>Add spinach to smoothies.</li><li>Make breads and muffins with veggies (i.e., pumpkin or zucchini bread)</li><li>Make sweet potato french fries with EVOO and favorite seasonings (I like salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder).</li></ol><br /><br />What are YOUR tricks??? Do you have a recipe your kids love or an idea for squeezing more veggies into your kids diets?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-83676361229633298872010-08-09T06:09:00.000-07:002010-08-09T11:36:39.825-07:00Menu, 8-8-10<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TGBEu0mPGBI/AAAAAAAAHFE/1Tp0I-xDnuY/s1600/two-tone-sandwiches-recipe-photo-260-FF0906EFEA02.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 260px; height: 260px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TGBEu0mPGBI/AAAAAAAAHFE/1Tp0I-xDnuY/s400/two-tone-sandwiches-recipe-photo-260-FF0906EFEA02.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503474315830433810" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TGBEkuZRXtI/AAAAAAAAHE8/1REwpNbMsDI/s1600/sandwich-art-recipe-photo-260-0397-FF03109.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 260px; height: 260px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TGBEkuZRXtI/AAAAAAAAHE8/1REwpNbMsDI/s400/sandwich-art-recipe-photo-260-0397-FF03109.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503474142366752466" /></a>School is starting up for us this week... I am trying to keep a positive attitude. I am hoping to send some extra special lunches from home to remind my first-grader how indispensable her mom is. :)<div><br /></div><div>Family Fun has some fun ideas such as... <a href="http://familyfun.go.com/back-to-school/back-to-school-lunches-snacks/back-to-school-sandwiches/two-tone-sandwiches-686908/">two-tone puzzle sandwiches</a>, <a href="http://familyfun.go.com/back-to-school/back-to-school-lunches-snacks/back-to-school-sandwiches/sandwich-art-689038/">sandwich art</a>, and <a href="http://familyfun.go.com/back-to-school/back-to-school-lunches-snacks/back-to-school-sandwiches/sandwich-on-a-stick-687359/">sandwich on a stick</a>. Can't wait to make these!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Here's what we're eating for dinner this week:</div><div><br /></div><div>S: <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2008/08/chicken-enchiladas-blancas.html">chicken enchiladas blancas</a>, green salad, ice cream sammies</div><div>M: leftovers</div><div>T: chicken and pasta alfredo, yellow squash</div><div>W: caesar salad with abc pasta</div><div>Th: chicken teriyaki burgers with pineapple, yellow and green beans</div><div>F: english muffin pizzas</div><div>Sat: <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2008/08/green-pizza.html">green pizza</a></div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-84680132425501524122010-08-02T11:46:00.001-07:002010-08-02T12:00:18.300-07:00Must-Try<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TFcS4-Re-pI/AAAAAAAAHE0/ZVq-KUBbgPM/s1600/Image+11.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 143px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TFcS4-Re-pI/AAAAAAAAHE0/ZVq-KUBbgPM/s400/Image+11.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5500886239854656146" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TFcSy1TOwHI/AAAAAAAAHEs/ZdAW_QcLFlk/s1600/logopanel.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 271px; height: 188px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TFcSy1TOwHI/AAAAAAAAHEs/ZdAW_QcLFlk/s400/logopanel.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5500886134366847090" /></a>If you live in Mesa or anywhere in the vicinity, I beg of you to try out <a href="http://www.boabistro.com/">Caffe Boa Bistro</a> if you haven't already. I love the original on Mill in Tempe, but am completely smitten with its little sister in Mesa. Cannot say enough good about it. Look over <a href="http://www.boabistro.com/docs/BoaBistroDinner.pdf">the menu</a> and see for yourself. Try the house-pulled mozzarella, SoCal Love, and any of the handmade pastas (my husband loved the linguini with mushrooms). The starter course of bread with pesto aioli, olive oil and hummus is unforgettable. Best restaurant in Mesa without a doubt.Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-22739215563150896922010-08-02T11:26:00.000-07:002010-08-09T11:39:16.753-07:00Menu, 8-1-10<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TFcOOcAcTAI/AAAAAAAAHEk/aICLBeGq4Ho/s1600/il_430xN.146198482.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 309px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TFcOOcAcTAI/AAAAAAAAHEk/aICLBeGq4Ho/s400/il_430xN.146198482.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5500881111055354882" /></a>Don't know why, but <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/47868095/grass-cake-with-vanilla-frosting-fine?ref=v1_other_1">this grass cake</a> struck my fancy. You won't find it on my menu for this week but its pretty just the same...<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Sun- meatloaf, mashed and <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2008/08/i-do-ed-it.html">rolls</a> courtesy of Kelli herself, green salad, steamed veggies, <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2009/01/codes-famous-bunt.html">chocolate bundt cake</a>, homemade peach ice cream courtesy of Chris!</div><div>M- going out... deciding where is the hardest part. So many outstanding dining establishments, so little time (and money...) </div><div>T- <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2009/03/linguine-with-spring-vegetables.html">linguini with spring veggies</a></div><div>W- chefs salad</div><div>Th- tacos</div><div>F- <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2008/09/broccoli-chicken-calzones.html">broccoli chicken calzones</a></div><div>S- pizza or somethin of the sort</div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></u></span></div></div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-31149934612092963822010-07-27T07:23:00.000-07:002010-07-27T07:33:03.787-07:00Snickers Salad<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TE7tDTE5xhI/AAAAAAAAHEQ/xIkuWEE05lU/s1600/IMG_0563.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TE7tDTE5xhI/AAAAAAAAHEQ/xIkuWEE05lU/s400/IMG_0563.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498592835982181906" /></a>This is my kind of salad.<div><br /></div><div><b>Snickers Salad</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>6 large granny smith apples</div><div>lemon juice</div><div>12 snickers bars</div><div>2 C. heavy cream, sweetened and whipped</div><div>1/2 C. chopped peanuts</div><div>1/2 C. caramel sauce</div><div><br /></div><div>Chop apples and toss with a few T. lemon juice. Chop snickers bars into pieces the same size as the apples. Toss apples and snickers with whipped cream. Top with nuts and drizzle with caramel. You'll be the most popular person at the potluck. :)</div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-7446948450304897162010-07-27T07:12:00.001-07:002010-08-09T11:39:39.564-07:00Menu, 7-25-10This week for dinner:<div><br /></div><div>Sun- Carter's Welcome Home dinner... lasagna, garlic bread, green salad, chocolate bundt cake-n-ice cream</div><div><br /></div><div>M- mini-hamburgers, steamed carrots, tater tots</div><div><br /></div><div>T- BLTs</div><div><br /></div><div>W- BBQ chicken salad</div><div><br /></div><div>Th- Caprese pasta salad</div><div><br /></div><div>F and S- only time will tell</div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-39623210702901042812010-07-19T09:38:00.000-07:002010-07-19T09:46:51.181-07:00Cucumber water<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TER_tCQJ3eI/AAAAAAAAHDg/L43mqxdZheE/s1600/cucumber-water2-web.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TER_tCQJ3eI/AAAAAAAAHDg/L43mqxdZheE/s400/cucumber-water2-web.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495657856974314978" /></a>This recipe is for the most advanced chef, do not attempt unless you have had years of training in Paris. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">(just jokin)</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Maren and I first tried this water at a spa a couple summers ago- it was refreshing and delicious. I was recently reminded of it at <a href="http://thisweekfordinner.com/">This Week for Dinner</a>. This sounds especially good today- these past couple weeks have been too hot to think.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b>Cucumber Water</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">sliced cucumber</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">water</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">ice</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Combine. Drink.</span></div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-16505308602780984732010-07-19T09:21:00.001-07:002010-07-19T09:31:46.387-07:00Menu 7-18-10<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TER7pWmjfGI/AAAAAAAAHDY/0R714JrFsKk/s1600/ideas-and-recipes-for-garden-tomatoes.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TER7pWmjfGI/AAAAAAAAHDY/0R714JrFsKk/s400/ideas-and-recipes-for-garden-tomatoes.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495653395670989922" /></a>A quick "Did-you-know" before this week's menu... <div><br /></div><div>Did you know that tomatoes do not belong in the fridge? They don't. Their flavor and texture is best preserved on the countertop at room temp. Thought you'd want to know.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's what we're eating for din this week:</div><div><br /></div><div>Sun- <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2009/05/chicken-cobb-salad.html">Chicken Cobb salad</a>, fresh fruit, garlic bread, peach/blueberry cobbler and whipped cream</div><div>M- <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2008/08/fast-fajitas.html">fast fajitas</a></div><div>T- T.J.'s orange chicken, rice and broccoli</div><div>W- <a href="http://pleaseholdtheonions.blogspot.com/2008/08/skillet-mac-and-cheese.html">skillet mac n cheese</a>, glazed carrots</div><div>Th- chicken caesar salad</div><div>F- breakfast for din (welcome home Carter!!!)</div><div>Sat- BBQ at Amanda's parent's home</div>Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1258261678369193793.post-80855258180751296292010-06-29T09:06:00.000-07:002010-06-29T09:13:40.352-07:00Story and a Snack<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TCoaWyxxdjI/AAAAAAAAHDQ/U8Ox6AWdxtE/s1600/4+hungry+caterpillar+snack.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 287px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TCoaWyxxdjI/AAAAAAAAHDQ/U8Ox6AWdxtE/s400/4+hungry+caterpillar+snack.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488228074794350130" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TCoaWmxS68I/AAAAAAAAHDI/9Ad-GCiYCY8/s1600/hungrr+caterpillar.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 309px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_QyMj-uHm-k4/TCoaWmxS68I/AAAAAAAAHDI/9Ad-GCiYCY8/s400/hungrr+caterpillar.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488228071571123138" /></a>How cute is <a href="http://www.gourmetmomonthego.com/2010/05/very-hungry-caterpillar-snack.html">this idea</a> from Gourmet Mom on the Go? The answer is, real cute. We are doing this today after swimming. I love clever people and especially those who blog about their cleverness.Candicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00544168478048273522noreply@blogger.com7