I am so excited to finally share with you the new blog hop, Simple Lives Thursday, that I am taking part in with three other amazing blogs...Simple Lives Thursday is not just about cooking but in living sustainably. In producing more and consuming less!So what exactly is a blog hop? A blog hop is a way to share with many people your posts on what you are doing to live a simple life. Whether that's gardening, raising urban chickens, making your own deodorant, or cleaning supplies... we ... continue reading...
Stuffed Beets – Remolachas Rellenas
This has to be my new favorite way of enjoying fresh from the garden beets! Boiling beets until they are sweet and tender and filling them with a salad blend of onions, cilantro, eggs, oil and red-wine vinegar. They make a great summer appetizer or side! Another great way to use beets in the season of summer.Stuffed BeetsRecipe adapted from 1,080 RecipesIngredients:4 cooked beets2 hard boiled farm fresh eggs1/2 small red onion, diced1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro1 ... continue reading...
MLLA 24 Roundup
What an exciting event this has been. I am so honored to have been able to host My Legume Love Affair #24. I couldn't believe all of the wonderful submissions that were sent to me from around the world. I was so impressed by many of them and can't wait to recreate them at home. Without further ado.. the winning submission who will receive Mark Bittman's Kitchen Express and Hurst Bean Prizes goes to...Cranberry Bean Soup/CurryChampa - Versatile Vegetarian ... continue reading...
Mexican Rice with Fresh From the Garden Peas
Mexican rice is a staple in our home. With a garden producing sweet, juicy, peas I wanted to share this recipe using them in their freshest state. Right off the vine!Peas are pretty easy to grow in the garden. As long as you have direct sunlight and a barrier to keep the bunnies away, you'll soon have a trellis filled with hanging ornaments of nourishing food.What I enjoy so much about them is that it makes a fun activity to shuck the peas with the kids.I couldn't help but ... continue reading...
Beco Baby Carrier Review and Giveaway!!
If you've read about my recent travel to Spain you've probably heard me gush about my new Beco Baby Carrier. I was so happy to receive my carrier made of organic material just in time to use on my trip.If you're not familiar with the Beco Baby Carrier, it's a backpack style carrier which allows you to carry a newborn up to a 45lb toddler on your front or back.Designed by a babywearing parent, active sailor and rock climber, Gabby Caperon. Beco combines perfect ergonomics, excellent weight ... continue reading...
