Firecracker cupcakes Happy Friday! And for all my U.S. readers, happy 3 day weekend! Monday is our Independence Day, the 4th of July. In celebration, I’ve rounded up a variety of mouth watering recipes that would be perfect for a 4th of July BBQ. Enjoy! Appetizers/Side Dishes: Strawberry Spinach Salad (Fat Girl Trapped in a […] Read more…
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Blood Orange Popsicles
For me, somehow this became the year of the epic blood oranges. First I found them for really cheap at TJ’s and made a salad dressing and upside down cardamom cake. Then I started getting loads of them from a family friend’s tree and made sparkling juice and marmalade. Yes, my popsicles are awesome rocket […] Read more…
Slow Cooker Monday: Blueberry Lavender Butter, Take 2
For regular readers, this will post will probably give you a sense of déjà vu. Slow cooker blueberry lavender butter? Didn’t I post that last week? Why yes, yes I did. But this week, in answer to several people who wondered if it could be done with frozen blueberries, I have your answer: YES it […] Read more…
Pork Chops with Blackberry Sauce
This might be the last unhealthy post for a while (I know, what am I thinking? I’m a terrible food blogger)*. I’m doing Jillian Micheal’s Ripped in 30 Days DVD and it comes with a meal plan. I’m sticking to the plan as much as possible, with the occasional jaunt to eat out with friends. […] Read more…
Slow Cooker Monday: Blueberry Lavender Butter
Update: I made blueberry lavender butter with frozen berries too. Summer is my favorite food time of year. I can do without the crazy heat, but I love all the amazing produce that it brings. Northern California is an especially wonderful place for fresh fruits and veggies. While browsing the farmer’s market last Saturday, I found […] Read more…