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Ahi Tuna Benedict
Can you tell that I’m missing my Hawaii vacation? The food was so good. I had this ahi Benedict and I am determined to remake it. 1/2 cup precooked rice (sushi rice would be best) Furikake Oil 2 eggs 1/2 avocado, sliced 2 shiso leaves 1/4 lb sushi grade ahi tuna, sliced into 1/2” thick…
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Thanksgiving Leftovers – Turkey Silog
You guys! I am congratulating myself and slapping my thighs over this masterpiece of a recipe I just mashed together with Thanksgiving leftovers. Make this now. Turkey Silog 4-6 cloves of garlic, peeled and smashed a bit 3 Tbsp veggie oil 2 cups cooked, day old jasmine rice 2 cups leftover turkey, about half a…
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Banana Pecan Crumble Muffins
We had some seriously ripe bananas that luckily made it to the weekend. The girls made these muffins with the bananas and they’re delicious. the muffin is super simple but the crumble takes it to the top. It is now a favorite muffin. Banana Pecan Crumble Muffin 1 1/2 cup flour 1 tsp baking soda…
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Fab 4 Morning Smoothie
Have you heard of the book, Body Love? It’s written by Kelly Leveque, an LA nutritionalist for celebs. The adorable Jessica Alba wrote the forward. Anyway, this breakfast smoothie is everything. Of course, I miss my pastries. But this thing satisfies hunger cravings for hours. I have it after my morning coffee – between 9…
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Egg Muffins: Easy Back to Campus Breakfast
Kids are finally going back to school campus after a year of distance learning. WHOOOHOOOO! I celebrate for them and for us parents! They are amazing. We are amazing. After all the crazies we’ve overcome, it’s now time to relearn how to get them fed before 7:30am. These are delicious and nutritious and super easy…
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Peach Crumble Bars
It’s peach season and we adopt a tree from Masumoto’s Farm each year. This year, we had an abundance of peaches. This bar was a total hit with the hubby as it was sweet and hearty with a tinge of salt – just like him. Hahahahaaa. I crack myself up. Peach Crumble Bars Adapted slightly…
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Peach Pecan Loaf
Today is all the breads with fruits day. Bread #2 is this pecan peach loaf. It freezes really well. You’ll just want to save the frosting until after it thaws. This bread is great for breakfast, brunch, or even a snack. Adults and kids loved it. Peach Pecan Loaf Adapted slightly from Life Love Liz…
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Buttermilk Scones
Have friends stopping by around breakfast? Have kids complaining they’re starving right when they wake up? Or do you just want to enjoy your morning with a delicious smelling kitchen and a flakey, buttery scone with your favorite filling? Make these and freeze some for when unexpected needs for comfort arise. Buttermilk Scones (Peach) Recipe…
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Lentils = Protein
It’s hard to get my mostly-fresh-fruit-and-veggie-eating littles to consume protein too. They love eggs and red meat and salmon – sometimes chicken, if it’s fried. But that will cover like 6 of the 4000 meals that need to be made … in a day. (Doesn’t it feel like the meal prep and dishes are just…
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Hug Porridge
We desperately need hugs. Our beloved dog passed away. I made this to help comfort our hearts and it was effective. Hug Porridge 6 garlic cloves, sliced thinly 1/4 cup veggie oil 2 tsp dried red chili flakes 1/2 yellow onion, diced 2/3 cup uncooked rice 8 cups water 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1…