I must say I am pretty pumped about the latest and greatest potential things on the horizon. I have a couple big meetings next week. I'm thinking that the future is looking so bright i gotta wear shades........
Friday, September 11, 2009
Opportunities
Dear Diary-
I must say I am pretty pumped about the latest and greatest potential things on the horizon. I have a couple big meetings next week. I'm thinking that the future is looking so bright i gotta wear shades........
I must say I am pretty pumped about the latest and greatest potential things on the horizon. I have a couple big meetings next week. I'm thinking that the future is looking so bright i gotta wear shades........
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Prelude to the Dream
Diary-
Ugh I am tired! The last hour of work was just a ridiculous chaos of 60 minutes. I thought my head was going to explode from my blood pressure sky rocketing out of control- good thing I went to visit my friend after work who graciously offered me a glass of wine. Then I scared the hell out of her 4 months old twins because they had no clue who I was- note to self need to visit them more! :(
Anyway cooked meatball sandwiches and a great pasta salad for the boys tonight. They rented the Prelude to the Dream race on pay per view and I did the cooking. I hung around long enough to watch my NASCAR love Kasey Kahne win his first race- but was too tired to stay and watch him perhaps take it all again- twice in a week that would be nice- GO KASEY!
Anyway I left my camera over at the race house and Gabe can't find it... i know it's sitting on the counter. So the recipe for the meatball sandwich and the pasta salad with pictures will come tomorrow. Off to bed for me- night night termite Diary!
Ugh I am tired! The last hour of work was just a ridiculous chaos of 60 minutes. I thought my head was going to explode from my blood pressure sky rocketing out of control- good thing I went to visit my friend after work who graciously offered me a glass of wine. Then I scared the hell out of her 4 months old twins because they had no clue who I was- note to self need to visit them more! :(
Anyway cooked meatball sandwiches and a great pasta salad for the boys tonight. They rented the Prelude to the Dream race on pay per view and I did the cooking. I hung around long enough to watch my NASCAR love Kasey Kahne win his first race- but was too tired to stay and watch him perhaps take it all again- twice in a week that would be nice- GO KASEY!
Anyway I left my camera over at the race house and Gabe can't find it... i know it's sitting on the counter. So the recipe for the meatball sandwich and the pasta salad with pictures will come tomorrow. Off to bed for me- night night termite Diary!
Little Chefs
Dear Dairy-
Ok so I have talented friends and the cutest "nieces and nephews"!This is miss Charlotte, my friend Kelly's cutie pie. This is her first time helping Mommy bake. Charlotte is making some cupcakes- Kelly said that she cried when the cupcakes went into the oven... bet she will like decorating them with the icing and sprinkles.. if only they had Elmo sprinkles- Charlotte LOVES Elmo. Aunt Jen loves it that Charlotte is getting into the kitchen- way to go Mommy Kelly!
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Vegetarian Delight
Dear Diary-
This one is for Erika- and I bet her hubby wouldn't mind it either. I had my slice nice and cold out of the fridge- Gabe said he would prefer his to have been served hot. Seeing that our hood and microwave has yet to be installed in the house and Gabe has no patience..he ate his cold as well- and because I cooked- he just eats. So Erika and all you other non meat eaters out there here you go...
Roasted Vegetable and Swiss Cheese Tart
1 9inch store bought pie crust
3/4 cup of heavy cream
1 egg
1 cup of grated swiss cheese
4 sprigs of fresh thyme
2 red bell peppers
1/2 large red onion
1/2 pint of sliced baby bella mushrooms
1/2 small eggplant
1 yellow squash
5-6 garlic cloves
Preheat Oven to 425
Bake pie crust in oven for 6 minutes then set aside to cool
Combine all veggies except mushrooms and roast after tossing with olive oil, salt and pepper and fresh thyme springs for 15 minutes- stir occasionally. After done baking set aside to cool
Saute up the mushrooms in butter and a little oil to create a nice caramelized outer crust
At the same time bring the heavy cream to a boil along with 2 crushed garlic cloves and a spring of thyme. After cream comes to a boil turn down to simmer for 5 minutes (keep an eye on it so it doesn't overflow the pot- BIG MESS!)
After the pie crust and veggies are cool layer the veggies into the pie crust- either all mixed up or in nice layers.
Combine the heavy cream ( once cooled ), egg and cheese then pour over the veggies inside the tart.
Bake at 425 for another 15 minutes- keep a eye on the crust to make sure it doesn't burn.
Refrigerate or serve hot... YUMMY VEGETARIAN DINNER! Makes for a good lunch the day after too!
This one is for Erika- and I bet her hubby wouldn't mind it either. I had my slice nice and cold out of the fridge- Gabe said he would prefer his to have been served hot. Seeing that our hood and microwave has yet to be installed in the house and Gabe has no patience..he ate his cold as well- and because I cooked- he just eats. So Erika and all you other non meat eaters out there here you go...
Roasted Vegetable and Swiss Cheese Tart
1 9inch store bought pie crust
3/4 cup of heavy cream
1 egg
1 cup of grated swiss cheese
4 sprigs of fresh thyme
2 red bell peppers
1/2 large red onion
1/2 pint of sliced baby bella mushrooms
1/2 small eggplant
1 yellow squash
5-6 garlic cloves
Preheat Oven to 425
Bake pie crust in oven for 6 minutes then set aside to cool
Combine all veggies except mushrooms and roast after tossing with olive oil, salt and pepper and fresh thyme springs for 15 minutes- stir occasionally. After done baking set aside to cool
Saute up the mushrooms in butter and a little oil to create a nice caramelized outer crust
At the same time bring the heavy cream to a boil along with 2 crushed garlic cloves and a spring of thyme. After cream comes to a boil turn down to simmer for 5 minutes (keep an eye on it so it doesn't overflow the pot- BIG MESS!)
After the pie crust and veggies are cool layer the veggies into the pie crust- either all mixed up or in nice layers.
Combine the heavy cream ( once cooled ), egg and cheese then pour over the veggies inside the tart.
Bake at 425 for another 15 minutes- keep a eye on the crust to make sure it doesn't burn.
Refrigerate or serve hot... YUMMY VEGETARIAN DINNER! Makes for a good lunch the day after too!
League Love
Dear Dairy-
I am telling you what Diary- I have some pretty snazzy friends. Ok so Keri from Mimi & Dolores http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mimi-and-Dolores-by-keri-visconti/111868675950 has teamed up with her fantastic dress designing friend Gloria to make the hottest game day wear. I want everyone to check out League Love! Look for League Love on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/League-Love/159082318274?ref=ts - below is what they are all about. Or contact Keri and Gloria at LeagueLove@gmail.com
Introducing League Love, a dashing, chic way to wear your teams colors and wear them comfortably!
We are two New York City gals with a passion for chic comfortable looks. After searching unsuccessfully for years for the perfect game day gear, we took matters into our own hands and voila! League Love was created. For sure check them out!
We want to outfit every sassy, chic fan who wants to get rowdy for her team, and look dashing while doing it.
This fun design can be worn in so many different ways. The style and fit of these dresses make them ideal for all body types. Check out our photos for some unique ways to wear your League Love dress, but keep in mind, there are many other options for you to discover.
We have both long and short silhouettes in either orange or blue, customizable colors upon request. These dresses are made with a super soft Bamboo Stretch Cotton Fabric which is moisture wicking and antimicrobial for those long game days outside!
One size fits all, special sizing upon request. If you order by Monday, you will have your dress in time for that weeks game! Major credit cards accepted. Email us at leaguelove@gmail.com with questions and to place your order
CONGRATS KERI AND GLORIA! Wow my talented friends amaze me! :)
Monday, September 7, 2009
What's For Dinner
Dear Diary-
Just laid out my recipes for this week's menu. What a great way to spend Labor Day- enjoying being off work, planned ou my menu and might lay by the pool to even out only getting sun on half of my body yesterday. They distinct line down my legs is not that hot. This week's menu has some tasty dinners that don't include meat- this for my friend Erika who can't handle eating animals anymore. Check back for the recipes and pics each day this week...
Monday
Baked Stuffed Clams with Grilled Artichokes
Tuesday
Roasted Vegetables and Cheese Tart
Wednesday
Meatball Sandwiches with roasted corn & tri colored pasta salad
Thursday
Broiled tilapia with butternut squash puree and crispy new potatoes
Friday
Date Night- Jen is now cooking :)
Gabe is eating well this week
Just laid out my recipes for this week's menu. What a great way to spend Labor Day- enjoying being off work, planned ou my menu and might lay by the pool to even out only getting sun on half of my body yesterday. They distinct line down my legs is not that hot. This week's menu has some tasty dinners that don't include meat- this for my friend Erika who can't handle eating animals anymore. Check back for the recipes and pics each day this week...
Monday
Baked Stuffed Clams with Grilled Artichokes
Tuesday
Roasted Vegetables and Cheese Tart
Wednesday
Meatball Sandwiches with roasted corn & tri colored pasta salad
Thursday
Broiled tilapia with butternut squash puree and crispy new potatoes
Friday
Date Night- Jen is now cooking :)
Gabe is eating well this week
Thursday, September 3, 2009
The Ultimate Harvest Cookbook
Dear Diary-
OH Diary- as I was checking out of the grocery store line the other day at the neighborhood Publix- which I still have not mastered. You know how I like to know my aisles and have my game plan all mapped out before I enter the store- this new Publix I now shop at is all set up different. I can't find a lot of things and get all flustered- my once a week trips have turned into like 3 trips a week. Anyway when I was checking out with almost all of my list I picked up the new Ultimate Harvest Cookbook by Gourmet magazine. OH WOW there are so many DELICIOUS looking treats in there! I so so so recommend everyone go get this now! The recipes inside are not overly complicated yet will for sure make you step outside of the normal dinner dishes that grace the tables in so many homes. I'm gonna be on the hunt for squash blossoms this weekend at the local Farmer's markets to see if I can whip up the Squash Blossoms stuffed with Ricotta Cheese that is on page 93- I've been craving them since I was in Maine and saw a few in Mom's garden. Ugh Diary- why can't I just get paid to get overly excited about food? ONE DAY... ONE DAY
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