Thank you to everyone who commented on yesterday’s post. I feel much better having gotten that off my chest…you guys are so wonderful and supportive. No more whining from now on (yeah right…). Lovely lovely lacinato. The deep green color is somehow so intriguing. I think it’s easier to eat raw than regular kale too. Pre-dressing it before meal time means it’s texture and flavors are perfect when I dig in. This salad came together pretty quickly, but I had all the ingredients pre-made, so it does require some planning ahead. Kale Krunch Salad Ingredients:… Read more >
Elise
December 16, 2012
kalerecipe
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So I last left off at week 26. Phew. It feels like things have changed in a huge and significant way since then, which is odd since it hasn’t really been that long at all. I guess the most important thing I should note is that we are both still healthy and growing, and everything seems to be as it should. That said, I’m going to back up a bit. Around week 27, I started noticing I was having pain (similar to menstrual cramping). At first it wasn’t strong or that bad, and I just… Read more >
Elise
December 15, 2012
Uncategorizedpregnancy
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You all know I’m frugal. And that I like re-working leftovers. This is not news. So when Alene & Ethel sent me home with extras from the shower, I was really excited to transform them into new dishes not have to cook for a while. Orzo salad with sun dried tomatoes. Quinoa with edamame, kale, and tomatoes. Both of these dishes made their way into the weekly dinner plan immediately. Since the orzo salad had an Italian/Mediterranean flavor profile going on already, I just added to it. Cubed some (drained, uncooked, firm) organic tofu… Read more >
Elise
December 14, 2012
big salad, edamame, eggs, hummus, pesto, quinoa, sabra, stir fry, tofu, vegan cake
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I really don’t like this new UC logo. I’m saving the Daily Bruin crossword for Friday because our baby dresser/changing table is going to be delivered sometime between 12 and 4 pm. That’s a lot of waiting around time that I need to fill. But I am SO excited about this dresser (nursery photos to come). Oh, and in case you couldn’t guess, that breakfast was GF toast with Earth Balance and two perfectly fried eggs. There’s nothing (ok, very little) that makes me happier than a fully stocked fruit situation. I’m on… Read more >
Elise
December 13, 2012
avocado, Daiya, dates, earth balance, eggs, field roast, lasagna, nutbutter, nutmilk, peanut butter, sabra, sunbutter, sunflower, tofu, whole foods
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Do you dream in glossy gourmet pages? Plan your next meal while you’re still eating the current one? No? Just me then… Well if you happen to be holiday shopping for anyone who shares my obsession with all things food, here are a few ideas. Presents For Foodies Cookbooks [some of my favorites] Clean Food & Clean Start by Terry Walters (delicious meals made with pure wholesome ingredients) Veganomicon (aka the vegan bible) The Vegan Slow Cooker (invaluable resource for anyone with a crock pot) The Joy of Vegan Baking Anything by Isa Chandra Moskowitz,… Read more >
Elise
December 12, 2012
kind bar
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