Culinary Adventures with Lori
Sunday, April 28, 2024
My Weekly W's
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
You Tube Channels
I love when Erika at The 'Make Do' Homemaker posts and this post did not disappoint at all. I don't watch You Tube very often but these all sound like something I will enjoy. I'm sharing the link here to have quick access to it and thought some of you might like to check these out also.
Have a Wonderful Wednesday!!
Sunday, April 14, 2024
My Weekly W's
Sunday, April 7, 2024
My Weekly W's
What's top of my mind: Yesterday was TBG and I's 34th wedding anniversary and we celebrated with family at our favorite restaurant. After 3 pretty cold and windy days the weather couldn't have been more perfect. The sun was out, it was perfectly warm (60's) and not a cloud in the sky. Everything was delicious and the conversations and time together were exactly what I needed. The creme Brule was the perfect ending to a perfect time.
Where I've been: It was a pretty productive week at work which is always nice. I ran to Kroger for a little fresh veg and fruit. I hit a good sale on a few staples and stocked up. The best one was Bob's Red Mill flour which is usually 4.39 each on sale for 2.69 each when you buy three. That's the first time I've seen that kind of savings on it.
Where I'm going: I have no appointments, commitments or plans yet. It always makes me feel good to go into a week wide open.
What I'm watching: In 2017 we were in the 80% totality area for the eclipse, and it was a really neat experience, so we'll be watching the one tomorrow and this time, we're in the 100% totality. I'm excited to feel that shift that I felt last time when the air changed, the birds became quiet, squirrels were looking confused. It makes you remember that you are one very small part of a fascinating, complex universe.
What I'm reading: I went through Jaimie Olivers Food Revolution because I noticed how many recipes I had flagged to try. I had forgotten what a great cookbook that is.
Sunday, March 31, 2024
My Weekly W's
What's top of my mind: My Mom. She is going through a very rough spot right now with her dementia and conversations with her husband are going to have to be had even though he doesn't want to hear it. He can no longer safely care for her. Prayers for peace for her and acceptance from him are much appreciated.
Where I've been: Friday TBG and I went to the grocery store for a few items then headed to the garden center for a few things. Since when is a bag of grass seed 45.00 on sale? Sticker shock is real. I noticed so many things that I haven't bought in a while are at least 50% more expensive and less of the product.
Where I'm going: Next Saturday is our anniversary and we're going to Firefly with my brother and his girlfriend to celebrate and I'm excited for that. Other than that, I'm trying to keep the week appointment and commitment free so I can work on a few things in the afternoons after work.
What I'm watching: I had Gilmore Girls on a few times this week while I did a few things in the kitchen. Also watched this week's Master Chef Junior. Other than that, I've been enjoying the quiet.
What I'm reading: I picked up various cookbooks this week but that is the extent of really reading this week.
What I'm eating:
We have a few months before we will need to do another meat bundle. There is a lot of meat in those bins. Veggies, fruits, nuts and pesto are kept in the shelves in the door. The containers were only 2.00 each from JoAnnes and they work perfect.
Thursday, March 28, 2024
52 Recipes in 52 Weeks #9 Greek Deviled Eggs
One of my projects for 2024 is to try one new recipe each week for the year. These will be chosen from all of the flagged pages in cookbooks that I have or from the file of 'need to try' recipes. I will try new desserts, main dishes, side dishes and breads.
A couple of weeks ago I started searching for a new to me deviled egg recipe to try before I made them for Easter. We're having lamb so I thought these Greek deviled eggs would be a wonderful accompaniment.
For years, I subscribed to Food Network magazine. Every month they had these little recipe books of 50 different variations to popular foods. I found the recipe in this one.
Boil 6 large eggs. When peeled and cooled cut in half and place the yolks in a small bowl.
In a separate bowl, combine the following ingredients...
Sunday, March 24, 2024
My Weekly W's
What's top of my mind: Friday I was given the green light to announce to the group that April 1 we will have a Medical Director. To say I am happy is an understatement. This will make my life SO much easier than it has been for the last 5 months. I'm really looking forward to a bit of normalcy in my work life again.
Where I've been: I was supposed to meet my friends for dinner one night but that was postponed to this week. It was a a nice week between work and home with no appointments, commitments or shopping. I love a slow-paced week.
Where I'm going: Dinner out on Thursday with my friends. Monday thru Thursday work. So far, nothing else planned.
What I'm watching: Spring Baking Champion has some very talented bakers this year that we've really enjoyed watching. So many of their desserts are stunning and according to the judges delicious. Why couldn't I have had a job like that? One night while cooking I watched The Holiday again. I have no idea how many times I've watched that W. I just love it.
What I'm reading: I read The Four Agreements for probably the fourth time. I just really love the message of that book and find it a good reminder to stay centered through this crazy world we are living in.
What I'm eating:
Monday, March 18, 2024
52 Recipes in 52 Weeks #7 and #8
One of my projects for 2024 is to try one new recipe each week for the year. These will be chosen from all of the flagged pages in cookbooks that I have or from the file of 'need to try' recipes. I will try new desserts, main dishes, side dishes and breads.
This is one of my favorite cookbooks that I've had for years. It is filled with vegetarian and vegan recipes. We were having beef tips, so I wanted a potato dish and I found Stuffed Baked Potatoes which sounded really good.
Sunday, March 17, 2024
My Weekly W's
Sunday, March 3, 2024
My Weekly W's
Sunday, February 25, 2024
My Weekly W's
What's top of my mind: TBG. He had to have tests for pancreatic cancer and bladder cancer because of a side effect of the Jardiance that the cardiologist put him on. He also had some sugar in his urine which is another side effect. He is not diabetic but was told this medication had shown in studies to promote heart health. He decided to stop taking it Thursday and says the foggy, weird feeling he was having since taking it has stopped. I think it made his blood sugar go too low but I'm not a doctor. His repeat echo came back unchanged. So, two appointments this week with cardiologists and a home sleep study. It's just so hard to know what the right thing is to do.
Where I've been: I took Friday off and ran a few errands that morning.
Where I'm going: I'll go with TBG to his two cardiologist appointments. Other than that, I don't have anything planned yet other than working.
What I'm watching: Winter and Spring fight it out. March - May in our area is a roller coaster of weather. One day it's 27 the next day is 70. Wearing layers is especially important this time of year. This week is supposed to be the same.
What I'm reading: I'm going through notebooks and old journals reading a bit as I go. I can tell you from old entries that setting a solid goal, visualizing it and working on it really does get you there. I'm cutting out things that I want to keep and putting them in a folder and the rest is going. I have a large picnic basket that is filled with brand new, really nice notebooks, that I'm vowing to use. I inherited my love of nice stationery, notebooks and pens from my mom. Looking at the pile of books I realize she gave me most of them.
Saturday, February 24, 2024
52 Recipes in 52 Weeks #6 Nana's Soft Jam Cookies
One of my projects for 2024 is to try one new recipe each week for the year. These will be chosen from all of the flagged pages in cookbooks that I have or from the file of 'need to try' recipes. I will try new desserts, main dishes, side dishes and breads.