My Strange Addiction

A full year and a half into my underemployment and still no full time job. Not that I’m complaining, because I’ve got three great part time jobs and a whole year and a half of awesome experiences. Still though, I wish I didn’t have to work 6 or 7 days a week and could use … Continue reading →

Blondies

Throwback to my blonde day(s) and our staple summer vacation in Maine. I could totally go for a day spent in the sun at the lake. I could also go for a big bowl of popcorn… For now I’m just going to have to enjoy these “brownies” that I made the other day in an … Continue reading →

Avocado Hummus

Whoever came up with the idea of combining avocados and chickpeas in a dip is a genius. It’s like adding the creaminess of hummus to your favorite guacamole. Or is it like adding the creaminess of guacamole to your hummus? Either way, the result is a delicious and super creamy treat that’s the perfect dip to pair with … Continue reading →

Snacks

I always keep a small bag of almonds in my purse/bag for those times when I need a snack. They especially came in handy during SXSW. Just picture me standing in a bar, sipping water and snacking on my almonds and the occasional fruit snack. I totally fit in. Anyways, I usually just eat raw almonds but … Continue reading →

Banana Boat

I spent the majority of my time yesterday in the kitchen cooking up some freezer friendly meals that will be perfect for the nights I don’t feel like cooking. These nights are rare but a healthy, homemade meal from the freezer is a much better/cheaper option than going out to eat. Afterwards, I was craving … Continue reading →

Graham Crackers/S’mores

If you haven’t yet heard, today is apparently the End of the World. Though I guess if you’re reading this the world hasn’t ended yet – but it’s only 10 am so I guess we’ll see what happens. I certainly hope the world doesn’t end today. First of all, I need to know how Breaking … Continue reading →

Sweet Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

After making my pumpkin puree and beautiful jack o’latern,I was left with quite a bit of pumpkin seeds. Surprisingly, I had never had roasted pumpkin seeds before. Growing up, we never carved pumpkins. I think the first time I carved a pumpkin was in high school. Maybe it had to do with all the sharp … Continue reading →