Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Cara Box Reveal!!




Cara Box


This month I participated in something new (to me): the Cara Box exchange on the Wifessionals Blog.  You can paired up with a couple fellow bloggers and exchange a box of goodies.  The theme this month was seasons of life- you got paired up with someone who is in the same place in their life.
Contents of my box: photo book, baking goods, romance novel and card
 got paired up with Rabia and Danielle.  I was really impressed with what Rabia sent me and even more impressed once I read the great note she included.  She took the time to include items that were specific to me and what I enjoy doing (cooking, baking, reading). I will definitely be participating again, and I like that it's now every 3 months even more.  There's more time to think and plan.
Great guilty pleasure reading
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Seasonings!



Wednesday, August 7, 2013

What do I do with this Zuchini?


A couple weeks ago, my husband brought a zucchini as big as a house. There are so many things sweet and savory you can make with this veggie - ultimately - here's what I've done:
  • Chocolate Zucchini cake - this was a very unique dish, using olive oil instead of butter.  Recipe from Food Network.
  • Breaded zucchini  
  • Zucchini tacos - my own creation
Ground beef
Onion
Zucchini
Summer squash
Cumin
Taco seasoning
1/2 can of butternut squash soup (or tomato sauce)

I served this with chips, shredded cheese, and lettuce- but you could do tortillas, sour cream or tomatoes!

  • Sautéed zucchini as a side dish

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Welcome back Liz!

After a long absence, I'm attempting to rejoin the blog world! My posts will mainly about good strategies and recipes for busy moms! Coming topics: crockpot favorites, easy cookies, what to do with zucchini and the best banana muffins!