Here’s what this week looked like:
Blue & pink in Seattle.
I love lists, Friday!
- Research shows that making your bed makes you happier! I believe this.
- A new blog that I’m loving.
- Food Bloggers Guide to Google is as hilarious as it is informative.
- Casey has been pushing me to make New England Clam Chowder. I will do this.
- 10 Drool Worthy Kitchen Pantries. Nuff said.
- The prettiest chocolate frosted cupcakes I’ve seen in AGES.
- Roasted Cauliflower with Superspice! You had me at Roasted.
- 41 of the most common cooking mistakes. This is GOLD.
- I think I might need some pink spray paint….
- Drooling over these breakfast tacos!
- I need to have a dinner party…just so I can buy these green flats.
- These lists make me happy!
- A cupcake ATM? What the what?!
- If it’s raining in your neck of the woods, my friend Andrea has 50 SUNS for you.
- And a little Dark Chocolate Potato Bread Pudding w/ Guinness Glaze for St. Patrick’s Day!
A new Joy the Baker podcast is up! We talk about hot air balloons, our current favorite things & we give a listener a challenge! It’s called Close to a Third Party!
There’s also a new High Straightenence post up! Adventures in Meal Planning! I tried out Helen Jane’s technique and liked it!
Bacon Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
I’m no stranger to the whole bacon in cookies sitch. I love that sweet salty combination like it’s nobody’s business. But why limit ourselves to just peanut butter bacon cookies? Let’s go ahead and add it to my favorite cookie of ALL time (besides ginger molasses cookies). I present to you BACON Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. Why didn’t I think of this sooner?
Let me tell you, these cookies are magical. The promise of one cookie makes my three year old eat ALL of his fruits & vegetables at dinner time. And after eating three cookies for dessert, my husband gives me the “I love you soooooo much” look that I always hope to see when I make special treats. Good deal.
Did I mention that these beauties are considered breakfast cookies? Think hearty oatmeal & raisins mixed with a crispy cookie/scone. Bacon is added cuz it’s always so hard to figure out if you want a sweet or savory breakfast! It’s an all encompassing cookie and it’s gonna get me into SOOOOOOO much trouble.
Avocado Apple & Arugula Salad
If you’ve had a crazy EAT WEEK and you’re looking for a good reset button, try this salad.
It’s my RESET BUTTON.
Crispy apples are mixed with creamy avocado, the crunch of sunflower seeds and peppery arugula in a tangy honey mustard dressing.
Your taste buds are back on track…craving good things…until you make Breakfast Cookies…
Now you need a new RESET button…
I love lists, Friday!
- This Kinfolk video makes me excited for warmer weather.
- The sun will rise again. I’ve embraced the secret yellow lover in me.
- The Pros & Cons of making a Pros & Cons list.
- I adore this series.
- The story of KEEP CALM AND CARRY ON.
- Baked lemon risotto, MOMS & a book baby!
- Are you too busy? This post should be a priority.
- Such a pretty terrarium & a really good 28 by 29 list.
- Gimme Gimme some of those Potato Skins (nice font btw!)
- How to Style Pin Curls or how to be jealous of gorgeous hair!
- Love love LOVE this post about Biz Ladies Saying NO.
- Almond Yogurt Waffles w/ Orange Honey Syrup. Wouldn’t that make an amazing perfume scent?
- Oooh! What fun you can have with preserved lemon syrup!
- I need to get back into juicing ASAP. This Strawberry Apple Lime juice might get me going.
- Embracing Life. Thank you for this, Christine! xo
Mini Cheddar Popovers
If you decide to make these delicious/simple mini cheddar popovers, make sure you….
MAKE THEM FOR COMPANY!
It’s easier to avoid eating an entire batch on your own when you have people to share them with. They’re cheesy, crunchy and slightly chewy. They’re like gougères without the fuss! Pair some with soup, dip a few in marinara sauce or stand in your kitchen leaning over a basket full of them and eat them like no one is looking. Wait…maybe you shouldn’t make them for company? It’s your call!
