Nearly two weeks ago, I was one of the lucky people invited to “A Taste Of Knott’s”, an event designed to introduce the new and improved menu items at Knott’s Berry Farm! That’s my I’m-too-excited-to-want-to-pose-for-a-photo face in the middle there, which is very out of character for me. I’m a poser(generally). I’ll admit it! I…
Vegan Broccoli “Cheese” Soup with a Not-So-Vegan Bruchetta Chicken Roulade Garnish
Whew, the title for this post is a mouthful! I’ve been really loving the Bella Sun Luci tomato line lately, and am always dreaming up ways to use it! This time, it was all about their Bruchetta and chicken. Even though chicken is involved, I’ve been trying to limit my consumption of it. I feel…
Balsamic BBQ Baked Beans with Chipotle Smoked Porter
So, it’s the 4th of July, and I’m just chilling at home. I have the day off, hubs is working. I don’t have any parties or gatherings to go to, and honestly, I am A.O.K. with that. It’s been relaxing, and I’m loving every bit of it. Even though nobody is around, that doesn’t mean…
Summertime! …and the Living’s Easy…
Figs have been turning up at the farmer’s market for the past couple weeks. First they whisper to me sweetly.. “Buy me!” The raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries try to compete, but the figs catch wind, and they start screaming at me… “BUY ME!! BUY ME NATALIE!!!! You can’t live without meeeeee!” ..and they’re right. In…
Stuffed Round Zucchini
I LOVE the farmer’s market in the summertime!! Well, I love the farmer’s market any time of the year actually. It’s just nice to see the different veggies and fruits come in with the changing seasons. Angel and I spied these beautiful round squash at one of the booths, and they started talking about stuffing…