September 12, 2012

Baked Pumpkin Pecan Doughnuts

Since we’re all getting excited about pumpkin and stuff, let’s just dive right into something pumpkiny.

Cool?

You could say I’m on a baked doughnut kick lately. I wish I was on a juicing kick.

We can save that for next month. Wait. Uggh. That’s Halloween time. That’s mini Take 5 season.

I’m screwed; my kid cleaned up last year!

Can I tell you something?

I only baked these doughnuts so I could feel better about glazing them with browned butter icing.

Calorie balance achieved! Pumpkin season has officially BEGUN in the Benjamin household.

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September 10, 2012

Grilled Zucchini Roll-Ups

Every once in awhile I need to be reminded that vegetables exist.

And sometimes I have to remind myself that zucchini is not just for zucchini bread.

Most of the time I forget that you can grill zucchini.

It’s stupid to forget how good grilled zucchini tastes.

What makes grilled zucchini even better is stuffing grilled strips with a little herbed goat cheese and rolling them up with basil & spinach tucked in. These would be perfect to serve at a party as an appetizer, or on top of a plate of greens.

Or you could be like me and eat all of them off the plate by yourself over a span an afternoon. That’s what happens when I’m left home alone without anyone to feed.

I ate 4 zucchini so don’t look at me like that. Geeeeeeez.

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September 8, 2012

My Everyday Life: Week 36

Here’s what this past week looked like.

Bed time contemplation.

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September 7, 2012

I love lists, Friday!

How good does this ice cream look? Deep breath.
How to Get the Right Kind of Feedback. Such good advice for any field.
Pickling carrots is on my TO DO list.
I appreciate how Bri breaks down social media avenues. Knowledge! YAY.
A whole lot of good going on here. Plus Tzatziki!
I find this card to be hilarious. I’m sure my husband would agree.
I have to get myself to Target to see the Curiosity Shoppe stuff. Look at this project!
You know the bathroom that I want to live in? This is how it was styled. Also! FERNS!
I love Danielle’s story about transitioning from a high school teacher to a mom.
Alright. It’s settled. I’m gonna make something with tomatillos.
I’m way into this outfit! Love the fall inspiration too. Black + White Forever!
This video is stunning. What a beautiful Summer evening with good food.
I’m happy to report that I already make a lot of these choices. Portion control? What’s that?
This song/video never gets old.
Oh boy. If you like BLTs, prepare to drool. For reals.

DUDE, Where’s my Podcast??! Check out an all new Joy the Baker podcast. It’s up!

Dude, where’s my High Straightenence post? I’m taking a small break. Be back next week!

My Bite Around the Net:

Stefanie from Sarcastic Cooking adapted my Freezer Breakfast Burritos. She made them with pitas!

Clara from Channeling Contessa made my Tuscan Kale & Pecorino Salad.

Ashley from Hudson on the Potomac made my Salt & Vinegar Potato Salad.

Marybeth from Cupcakes & Crinoline made my Freezer Burritos.

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September 5, 2012

Summer 2012

Autumn is my favorite season of allllll time and it’s coming up! Have you ever experienced Autumn in the Bay Area? It’s warm, hazy and there’s a slight chill to the air. We have this thing called Indian Summer which means that the leaves are falling and it’s like 80+ degrees. It’s weird, but it’s what I’m used to. Before we welcome Autumn, let’s recap Summer shall we?

I’m seriously not ready for all this pumpkin latte talk.