I'm totally Gleek - how about you? I look forward to Tuesday night like a little kid looks forward to Christmas! And by Tuesday night, I mean whatever night after Tuesday we can squeeze in 42 minutes to watch it on the DVR, because who has time for commercials anymore? My favorite episodes are the mash-ups where they take two seemingly unrelated songs and make something better. I'm always amazed at the creativity of those kids - um, I mean producers.
Anyways, last night we were having a different kind of mash-up in our house. Dinner time is never fun for little Miss T. She is a great eater for breakfast and lunch, but dinner has never been her thing. I've stopped being insulted (kind of) that she won't eat anything I make, no matter how long I've slaved away at the stove (microwave), and that she'd rather eat the raw ingredients including shredded cheese and frozen peas. I've tried to stay away from the motivation of condiments. We will not be a household that considers ketchup a vegetable! However, the inevitable happened and now T has a liking for both ketchup and ranch dressing. OK, fine, if she'll eat the food dipped, I'll learn how to deal. Usually, though, she just sucks the condiment off of the bite and dips again. Total fail.
Last night, T decided to make some new mash-up combinations of food and condiments. I'm sure we're all familiar with dipping chicken in ketchup or ranch, perhaps even french fries. Last night, T decided to dip pomegranate seeds into ranch dressing. Ever try doing this? It's basically battered in dressing and now so are your fingers because this is work that a fork or a spoon just can't handle. In doing so, T also discovered that a more efficient condiment delivery system is just to dip your entire hand into that beautiful puddle of flavor. Why waste time with some bite of food that will just get in the way and cloud the savory taste? Before I knew it, her hands were completely coated in ranch dressing and she was rubbing them together as if washing with soap!
Silver lining? At least the girl has mastered the mechanics of hand washing. That came in handy as I carried her up to her bath at arms length and plopped her in a tub full of bubbles. I think I need to hide the ranch dressing now or the girl will be hitting the sauce straight out of the bottle!
p.s. By the way, don't think for a second that the condiment will hide food that you want her to eat. She was no fool when I tried to dip a bite of zucchini into ranch. In addition to hand washing, the girl has mastered twisting as far away from the offensive food offer while whining "noooooooo!". sigh.
Showing posts with label food. Show all posts
Showing posts with label food. Show all posts
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Pinterest Review
I don't know about you, but I have an addiction to Pinterest. It's become one of those sites that I must check regularly, right up there with email, and it even bumped (gasp!) facebook. I get so many great ideas from this site and I've tried a bunch of them, from recipes to crafts and I thought I would share a little review of those here.
In case you're not on Pinterest yet (Don't do it! Total time suck! But, you know you want to!!!), here's an invite from me to you! Don't forget to follow my boards, I update all.the.time! (Click button below!)
I'll even introduce a crafty ratings scale from one to five scissors!
(based on ease yet high end result, time involved, and final result)
(Bear with me, I'm avoiding writing my thesis!)
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No-sew T-shirt scarf: Follow this link if the picture doesn't connect you right away.
I actually bought a cheapo red Tshirt at Target (where else?!) to make this and I love the scarf I ended up with! Perfect for fall, light, comfy and just that extra little bit of warmth to get me to work in the morning. Best of all, no sewing, just some easy and forgiving cutting! Rating: """
Kind of on a scarf kick here, fall was approaching.
T-shirt yarn scarf: I made this using an old yellow Tshirt from the softball team I was on (that lasted all of three games!). While super easy, I wasn't as impressed by the final product. Was it a scarf? Was it a necklace? Not really sure and so I never wear it. Rating: "
Maternity-friendly Maxi Skirt: I've been following this blog for a while now, simply because I am so impressed with the garments she makes, not thinking that I could ever make something for myself. Kids clothes are easy, they can be loose and cute. Women's clothing needs to fit. However, when she posted the tutorial for the maxi skirt that would be perfect for a maternity skirt, I had to give it a try. I have to say that I love it! I made it in a royal blue fabric and have worn it many times. I did make it a little big for my current belly, but we know that's going to grow so no concerns there! This blogger is holding a link up at the end of this month of all the maxi's we have all made and I will be linking up mine there. This did take some know-how, especially since it was sewing with jersey knit, so I can't give it the full rating I would like to give. Rating: """"
Austumn Veggie and Rice meal: My mouth is watering just looking at this picture! This was so good! In full disclosure, when I made it, my rice wasn't instant and it was still, um, crunchy, but that didn't hold me (or hubs) back from eating left overs! And, right now, any food that makes me hungy is good in my book. Even better, this was an easy, one pan dish. More please!
Rating: """""
Crockpot Breakfast Casserole: Made this on our hiking trip for the last morning. The morning we all leave is usually filled with stripping beds, laundry, cleaning, packing and little time for a wholesome breakfast. Mission accomplished, everyone liked it and said it was great. I wouldn't know. I was so nauseous that morning, I couldn't eat a thing! Too bad for me. Rating: """
BTW, I'm starting to notice a lot of these are foods. :)
Hasselback Potatoes: These were delicious! Since my mom was pregnant with my sister, 26 years ago, I have hated baked potatoes and only recently have I wanted them again, but they take so long to bake! These were only a minor improvement in the time department, but the taste was so good! Layered with garlic, salt and pepper, topped with cheese and a dollop of sour cream. Mmm-mmm! Yum! Rating: """"
Spicy Thai Noodles: Ok, so I made this one last night. While my first attempt at making the sauce burned, the second worked well and it was amazing! So absolutely yummy! I added a lot more carrots, cilantro, and green onion than the recipe called for to make it a little more veggie-full. I also limited the red pepper to one tablespoon. B and I love spicy food and even with just one tablespoon there was plenty of heat! So good! Rating: """"
Crocheted rug out of sheets: I have a weird thing about sheets. If they're wrinkly, I need to fix them regardless of what time it is. My poor hubby has been woken up in the wee hours of the morning by me fixing the sheets. Anyways, my favorite set that NEVER wrinkled ripped and I was devastated. This project let me honor their contribution to my sanity by preserving them forever as a throw rug! At first, I only ripped up the torn sheet since the top sheet was still intact. However, it is currently only a small door mat size rug right now after using the entire fitted sheet. I will go back and use the top sheet to finish this project. For now, it keeps my feet comfy while I relax on the couch. The drawbacks to this project are the length of time involved and there not really being a pattern, per se. My rug was definitely getting a little ruffled on the edges. However, there is a lot of flexibility and after stretching it out a bit and flattening it under the couch cushions, it is nice a flat. This is still an ongoing project, hopefully one I will finish soon. Rating: """
Milk jug ghosts: These were a lot of fun once I got all the sticky labels off! They look great lit up too! Can't say they were free, I had to buy white Christmas lights and a Sharpie marker, but for that price, it's a great Halloween decoration! Rating: """"
Cozy, chunky, cowl: Doesn't this cowl look super warm and comfy? I started this project as my contribution to the current Cowl-Along, hosted by Luvinthemommyhood. I don't knit, so I haven't joined previously, but crocheters were specifically welcomed this time, so I jumped at the opportunity. This project is super quick and actually really easy despite the "intermediate" skill rating listed with it. Plus, it is a free pattern! I've actually finished the rows called for in the pattern and its still a bit short, so I'm sure it's my clusters that are small, but I'll be adding a few more rows to the pattern. I'm making this as a gift, but I will definitely have to make one for myself too!
Rating: """""
Coincidentally, I realized that I have ten reviews here! I'll be linking this post up to the Tuesday Ten at Miss Mommy and Under the Table and Dreaming. See the buttons below!
In case you're not on Pinterest yet (Don't do it! Total time suck! But, you know you want to!!!), here's an invite from me to you! Don't forget to follow my boards, I update all.the.time! (Click button below!)
I'll even introduce a crafty ratings scale from one to five scissors!
(based on ease yet high end result, time involved, and final result)
(Bear with me, I'm avoiding writing my thesis!)
"
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No-sew T-shirt scarf: Follow this link if the picture doesn't connect you right away.
I actually bought a cheapo red Tshirt at Target (where else?!) to make this and I love the scarf I ended up with! Perfect for fall, light, comfy and just that extra little bit of warmth to get me to work in the morning. Best of all, no sewing, just some easy and forgiving cutting! Rating: """
Kind of on a scarf kick here, fall was approaching.
T-shirt yarn scarf: I made this using an old yellow Tshirt from the softball team I was on (that lasted all of three games!). While super easy, I wasn't as impressed by the final product. Was it a scarf? Was it a necklace? Not really sure and so I never wear it. Rating: "
Maternity-friendly Maxi Skirt: I've been following this blog for a while now, simply because I am so impressed with the garments she makes, not thinking that I could ever make something for myself. Kids clothes are easy, they can be loose and cute. Women's clothing needs to fit. However, when she posted the tutorial for the maxi skirt that would be perfect for a maternity skirt, I had to give it a try. I have to say that I love it! I made it in a royal blue fabric and have worn it many times. I did make it a little big for my current belly, but we know that's going to grow so no concerns there! This blogger is holding a link up at the end of this month of all the maxi's we have all made and I will be linking up mine there. This did take some know-how, especially since it was sewing with jersey knit, so I can't give it the full rating I would like to give. Rating: """"
Austumn Veggie and Rice meal: My mouth is watering just looking at this picture! This was so good! In full disclosure, when I made it, my rice wasn't instant and it was still, um, crunchy, but that didn't hold me (or hubs) back from eating left overs! And, right now, any food that makes me hungy is good in my book. Even better, this was an easy, one pan dish. More please!
Rating: """""
Crockpot Breakfast Casserole: Made this on our hiking trip for the last morning. The morning we all leave is usually filled with stripping beds, laundry, cleaning, packing and little time for a wholesome breakfast. Mission accomplished, everyone liked it and said it was great. I wouldn't know. I was so nauseous that morning, I couldn't eat a thing! Too bad for me. Rating: """
BTW, I'm starting to notice a lot of these are foods. :)
Spicy Thai Noodles: Ok, so I made this one last night. While my first attempt at making the sauce burned, the second worked well and it was amazing! So absolutely yummy! I added a lot more carrots, cilantro, and green onion than the recipe called for to make it a little more veggie-full. I also limited the red pepper to one tablespoon. B and I love spicy food and even with just one tablespoon there was plenty of heat! So good! Rating: """"
Crocheted rug out of sheets: I have a weird thing about sheets. If they're wrinkly, I need to fix them regardless of what time it is. My poor hubby has been woken up in the wee hours of the morning by me fixing the sheets. Anyways, my favorite set that NEVER wrinkled ripped and I was devastated. This project let me honor their contribution to my sanity by preserving them forever as a throw rug! At first, I only ripped up the torn sheet since the top sheet was still intact. However, it is currently only a small door mat size rug right now after using the entire fitted sheet. I will go back and use the top sheet to finish this project. For now, it keeps my feet comfy while I relax on the couch. The drawbacks to this project are the length of time involved and there not really being a pattern, per se. My rug was definitely getting a little ruffled on the edges. However, there is a lot of flexibility and after stretching it out a bit and flattening it under the couch cushions, it is nice a flat. This is still an ongoing project, hopefully one I will finish soon. Rating: """
Milk jug ghosts: These were a lot of fun once I got all the sticky labels off! They look great lit up too! Can't say they were free, I had to buy white Christmas lights and a Sharpie marker, but for that price, it's a great Halloween decoration! Rating: """"
Cozy, chunky, cowl: Doesn't this cowl look super warm and comfy? I started this project as my contribution to the current Cowl-Along, hosted by Luvinthemommyhood. I don't knit, so I haven't joined previously, but crocheters were specifically welcomed this time, so I jumped at the opportunity. This project is super quick and actually really easy despite the "intermediate" skill rating listed with it. Plus, it is a free pattern! I've actually finished the rows called for in the pattern and its still a bit short, so I'm sure it's my clusters that are small, but I'll be adding a few more rows to the pattern. I'm making this as a gift, but I will definitely have to make one for myself too!
Rating: """""
Coincidentally, I realized that I have ten reviews here! I'll be linking this post up to the Tuesday Ten at Miss Mommy and Under the Table and Dreaming. See the buttons below!
Hiking Trip Wrap Up
Warning: Prepare yourself for picture overload!
Well, we're back to real life. Back in the city, back to doing laundry and making dinner for 3 (really 2, T barely eats what I make), back to the sirens and police chases through our neighborhood. Seriously. Welcome home, huh?
Anyways, its the escape from real life that makes our annual NH hiking trip so amazing. Fresh woodsy air, beautiful scenery, great food and friends, quick visits with family on our way up and back down.
Seriously, we wake up every morning to this view. How can you beat this?
Despite my irrational, hormone fueled paranoia last week about taking T hiking, we did actually make it out for a short hike. I was worried that the rest of our party wouldn't be as interested in a "family friendly" hike, seeing as in past years we have climbed 1500 feet in elevation over 4 miles, but given that the weather was questionable the whole weekend, it actually worked out. We took a nice 1.5 mile hike to "Diana's Baths". The path was wide, clear and pretty flat. There were streams alongside and a massive waterfall at the end.
We stayed far, far away from the waterfall (insert paranoia here), but were able to view its beauty from afar. T got to pick up pinecones, leaves, rocks. She got to jump little streams (with help), climb on boulders, and stand on tree stumps. She waved "Bye" to everything. I was so happy she got to get outside and experience all of that. It breaks my heart that she doesn't have a backyard to explore the world in right now, and I'm not about to let her explore the city parks where dogs and people relieve themselves and people abuse drugs.
Anyways, the weekend is much more than just hiking. The friends we meet up with there every year are the kind of friends that no matter how far away you live or how infrequently they see you, you know they've got you back. In fact, recently, we were trying to find a way to make a move back up north. In the end, it just wasn't going to work, but one of these friends was willing to open their home to us to give us time to find a new house. Can you imagine? Two adults, one child (and one more about to makes its appearance, a dog and two cats and they were still willing to let us stay with them? Now that's friendship!
We ate gluttonously all weekend. Pepperjack mac and cheese, amazing homemade tomato soup with the grilled cheese spectacular (Oh my word, it was sooooooo good!), vegetarian chili, braised pork tacos (ok, veggie tacos for me), pancakes, egg and cheese sandwiches, never mind the brownies, Chex mix, chips and dip, etc. Oy. If I was feeling 100% the entire weekend, I would have gained 20 pounds! Luckily (?), I'm still feeling nauseous regularly and vomiting occasionally (sorry hiking trip ladies for the reality check, but that's pregnancy!).
But really, the best part about the trip was just being able to relax with my family and our amazing friends, getting to watch T play with the two little boys that were there and watching her attach herself to our friend Karen. I truly have never seen her adore someone so quickly! There were no schedules, no timelines, nothing that had to be done ever. Ahhh, it was so peaceful!
During out last stop at my in-laws (I love them! Have I mentioned this before?), T got to play with her cousin K for a while. It was so sweet to watch them instantly bond. I have visions of the two of them spending a week or two at the grandparents over the coming summers and beign the closest friends. Here's a pic of them "helping" Grandpa feed the birds and playing with K's new bro, D. So cute!
Gosh, I love those smiles!!
Well, we're back to real life. Back in the city, back to doing laundry and making dinner for 3 (really 2, T barely eats what I make), back to the sirens and police chases through our neighborhood. Seriously. Welcome home, huh?
Anyways, its the escape from real life that makes our annual NH hiking trip so amazing. Fresh woodsy air, beautiful scenery, great food and friends, quick visits with family on our way up and back down.
Despite my irrational, hormone fueled paranoia last week about taking T hiking, we did actually make it out for a short hike. I was worried that the rest of our party wouldn't be as interested in a "family friendly" hike, seeing as in past years we have climbed 1500 feet in elevation over 4 miles, but given that the weather was questionable the whole weekend, it actually worked out. We took a nice 1.5 mile hike to "Diana's Baths". The path was wide, clear and pretty flat. There were streams alongside and a massive waterfall at the end.
We stayed far, far away from the waterfall (insert paranoia here), but were able to view its beauty from afar. T got to pick up pinecones, leaves, rocks. She got to jump little streams (with help), climb on boulders, and stand on tree stumps. She waved "Bye" to everything. I was so happy she got to get outside and experience all of that. It breaks my heart that she doesn't have a backyard to explore the world in right now, and I'm not about to let her explore the city parks where dogs and people relieve themselves and people abuse drugs.
Anyways, the weekend is much more than just hiking. The friends we meet up with there every year are the kind of friends that no matter how far away you live or how infrequently they see you, you know they've got you back. In fact, recently, we were trying to find a way to make a move back up north. In the end, it just wasn't going to work, but one of these friends was willing to open their home to us to give us time to find a new house. Can you imagine? Two adults, one child (and one more about to makes its appearance, a dog and two cats and they were still willing to let us stay with them? Now that's friendship!
We ate gluttonously all weekend. Pepperjack mac and cheese, amazing homemade tomato soup with the grilled cheese spectacular (Oh my word, it was sooooooo good!), vegetarian chili, braised pork tacos (ok, veggie tacos for me), pancakes, egg and cheese sandwiches, never mind the brownies, Chex mix, chips and dip, etc. Oy. If I was feeling 100% the entire weekend, I would have gained 20 pounds! Luckily (?), I'm still feeling nauseous regularly and vomiting occasionally (sorry hiking trip ladies for the reality check, but that's pregnancy!).
But really, the best part about the trip was just being able to relax with my family and our amazing friends, getting to watch T play with the two little boys that were there and watching her attach herself to our friend Karen. I truly have never seen her adore someone so quickly! There were no schedules, no timelines, nothing that had to be done ever. Ahhh, it was so peaceful!
During out last stop at my in-laws (I love them! Have I mentioned this before?), T got to play with her cousin K for a while. It was so sweet to watch them instantly bond. I have visions of the two of them spending a week or two at the grandparents over the coming summers and beign the closest friends. Here's a pic of them "helping" Grandpa feed the birds and playing with K's new bro, D. So cute!
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Annual NH Hiking Trip: Day one Highlight
This Thursday begins our annual hiking trip in NH. Every year this weekend is filled with great friends, great food, amazing foliage, and of course hiking. I have such great memories of past year trips, from the 4 hour hike to the Fire Tower three years ago to Miss T rolling over for the first time last year. I eagerly await the fun times we’ll have this year.
Our drive began late Wednesday night, from Maryland to Rhode Island where we crashed at B’s parents’ house. Thank goodness for that break, there’s no way I could handle 10 hours of driving never mind Miss T! We started up again this morning, picking up lunch on our way out. This might have been the highlight of day one. There’s this little family-owned sub shop in Coventry, RI called “Captain Nemo’s”.
B first introduced me to this place about 10 years ago. This stop is a necessity every time we come “home”. Being transplanted to Maryland, there are certain things we have to do when we are home, go to Dunkin Donuts*, shop at Christmas Tree Shops, and stop at Nemo’s for lunch. I get the same thing everytime, as does B. For me, it’s the eggplant parmesan sub, for B it’s the Cajun chicken sandwich. Seeing as I’m still a delicate balance between needing to throw up and being ravishingly hungry, we were taking a chance that I’d even be able to eat. The stars were aligned today and I was able to enjoy my eggplant parm with it’s crisp breading, tender inside, perfectly melted provolone and just the right amount of sauce. Oh man, it’s a good thing we don’t live within 20 minutes of that place or I would be a large and in charge momma!
For a blog entry about our annual NH hiking trip, I realize I’ve spent a lot of time talking about food we got from RI, but it’s that good! Don’t worry, I’ll update later with pictures of foliage, Miss T exploring the great outdoors, maybe even a few finds from the outlet stores!
*I realize that there are Dunkin Donuts in Maryland too, but trust me, it’s not the same. Dunkin Donuts began in Massachusetts and is a New England staple. It’s these shops that really know how to make a delicious, down to earth, unassuming cup of coffee! Plus, around here, you can actually give directions by the location of DD stores along the way, there's one on nearly every corner!
Our drive began late Wednesday night, from Maryland to Rhode Island where we crashed at B’s parents’ house. Thank goodness for that break, there’s no way I could handle 10 hours of driving never mind Miss T! We started up again this morning, picking up lunch on our way out. This might have been the highlight of day one. There’s this little family-owned sub shop in Coventry, RI called “Captain Nemo’s”.
B first introduced me to this place about 10 years ago. This stop is a necessity every time we come “home”. Being transplanted to Maryland, there are certain things we have to do when we are home, go to Dunkin Donuts*, shop at Christmas Tree Shops, and stop at Nemo’s for lunch. I get the same thing everytime, as does B. For me, it’s the eggplant parmesan sub, for B it’s the Cajun chicken sandwich. Seeing as I’m still a delicate balance between needing to throw up and being ravishingly hungry, we were taking a chance that I’d even be able to eat. The stars were aligned today and I was able to enjoy my eggplant parm with it’s crisp breading, tender inside, perfectly melted provolone and just the right amount of sauce. Oh man, it’s a good thing we don’t live within 20 minutes of that place or I would be a large and in charge momma!
For a blog entry about our annual NH hiking trip, I realize I’ve spent a lot of time talking about food we got from RI, but it’s that good! Don’t worry, I’ll update later with pictures of foliage, Miss T exploring the great outdoors, maybe even a few finds from the outlet stores!
*I realize that there are Dunkin Donuts in Maryland too, but trust me, it’s not the same. Dunkin Donuts began in Massachusetts and is a New England staple. It’s these shops that really know how to make a delicious, down to earth, unassuming cup of coffee! Plus, around here, you can actually give directions by the location of DD stores along the way, there's one on nearly every corner!
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Tuesday Ten: Food
I know, I know. Being pregnant you're probably expecting me to list all the crazy foods I've been craving and just can't get enough of. Well, if that's the post you're looking for, check back again in about a month or so. As of right now, food disgusts me. That's right. I think I want something and by the time its in front of me, hot and ready to consume, I am green up to my ears. So, here's a lovely list of ten foods that I normally love (and I LOVE food), that currently make my stomach turn:
I'm linking up here!
- Coffee. I hate to even say it, but yes, coffee, we need to break up for a while.
- Salad. I was really starting to love it, putting all kinds of fun things on it. It still tastes pretty good. The problem is the lasting taste in my mouth that won't go away. Sorry lettuce, veggies, and dressings, we must part ways.
- Chips and queso. After a particularly rough evening of being nauseous to the point of tears, I was finally able to eat a bunch of chips and glorious queso. Consider it a last meal - for the chips and queso of course.
- Mexican food in general. This is particularly rough. Not being able to eat meat, I get a lot of protein from beans and I find Mexican food very accomodating and the whole family likes it too. Oh well. I even made B get rid of the Mexican gumbo when I wasn't home because I couldn't even look at it anymore.
- Pasta casserole. So easy to put together,just throw pasta, veggies and a sauce topped with some cheese, baked and you're got a healthy vegetarian friendly meal ready to go. Not anymore. I actually tossed the one I had frozen away because the mere awareness of its existence taking up real estate in my freezer was sending me to the ..., well you know.
- Mints. If one more person gives me pregnancy anti-nausea advice that includes mints, I'm going to make them sit there with me the next time cookies are being tossed. Mints don't work and I'm sick of hoping they will only to be let down.
- Alcohol. Now this one is sort of obvious, except that even the smell of alcohol is completely revolting to me. We were at a fabulous family wedding a couple of weeks ago. I had to leave the dance floor because the smell of booze was going to knock me down!
- Ice cream. Poor ice cream. We had a good run, didn't we? Snuggling up together every single night. And you never got jealous when I wanted to try another flavor! I hope that we can work things out. Maybe we just need some time apart, some space to find who we are individually. Don't call me, I'll call you.
- Peanut butter crackers. At one time a life saver, you always had a place in the bottom of my purse. I think I abused you and now, I just can't even look at you anymore.
- Well, I'll just leave this one blank. I mean, it won't be long until another one (or ten) are added to the list. Oy just 5 more weeks of this (hopefully!).
I'm linking up here!
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Green Monster Challenge
Normally, when a New England girl says "Green Monstah" she is referring to a dear 36 foot, 2 inch left field wall in the only ballpark on Earth that matters. However, I am steering away from popular convention to talk about a different Green Monster. I recently stumbled upon this blog where Angela shares the "Green Monster Movement". Angela combines spinach or kale, seeds, powders, fruit and milk to create an amazing energy smoothie full of nutrients and incorporating so many healthy foods into her daily diet that some of us struggle to include regularly (ahem, me). According to her, working these smoothies into her daily diet has increased her energy enormously, decreased her cravings for sweets (who couldn't use help with that?!) cleared up her skin, and made her hair and nails stronger. Sounds good to me! Almost too good. But, it can never hurt to get more of those healthy, nutrient dense foods into your diet right? So, I challenged myself to have at least three Green Monster smoothies a week for a month. As a bonus, I get to use my favorite kitchen appliance, my Magic Bullet, and whatever fruit I have on hand. Here we go!
Week 1: Attempt #1
Combined fresh strawberries, fresh mango, a banana, nonfat vanilla yogurt, and a handful of baby spinach. Blend in Magic Bullet.
So, it wasn't very green, and admittedly, I could have used more baby spinach, but I just didn't buy that you couldn't taste it in the smoothie. I really couldn't though! It was quite tasty and you don't have to take my word for it, the pictures speak for themselves. That's right, my super picky 16 month old is consuming spinach. Haha! She'll never know!
OK, OK, Attempt #2
Combined fresh mango, a banana, nonfat vanilla yogurt, and as much baby spinach as I could fit. Much more green, and still really good! Oh, and Miss T is catching on. When she hears the Magic Bullet, she comes running for mummy's smoothie. Attempts to give her a cup of her own fail, she just wants mine. sigh. Well, it was so good that I made one ahead of time for the next morning to save myself some time. Hubs came home from work wanting a smoothie, so I graciously offered him that one. He liked it, but said he could taste the spinach. I doubt it. When I make a lasagne with tofu in the ricotta cheese he never notices, but if I mention it, all of a sudden he was all too aware of the offending soy product. Anyways...
Attempt #3
Before heading to work, combined fresh strawberries, nonfat vanilla yogurt, as much baby spinach as I could. Took this one to go on my walk to work. I had just enough time to finish my smoothie by the time I arrived at my floor. Delicious. And, it didn't really take all that much time to make. Plus, I noticed that my usual 10:00am sweet snack craving was mysteriously missing. Hmm, we may be on to something.
Unfortunately, I've run out of fresh fruit. Fortunately, I just remembered that we have bags of frozen fruit that I use to make T's baby food. Seriously, I just remembered that as I was typing this post. Maybe I need to add some ingredients that will help with memory. Or maybe just get more sleep. Anyhow. I've missed a day, but I'll be back on the smoothie wagon tomorrow! My original goal was to do 3 a week, but I'm finding that I'm enjoying them so much, that's not much of a challenge!
One thing I will mention is that these smoothies are thick and tend to give me a green "Kool-aid" mustache. I may have to invest in some straws. Perhaps some of these cool reusable glass ones? Or these stainless steel ones?
Check out Angela's blog for her recipes and those submitted by other readers, or just do what I do and use what you have!
Week 1: Attempt #1
Combined fresh strawberries, fresh mango, a banana, nonfat vanilla yogurt, and a handful of baby spinach. Blend in Magic Bullet.
So, it wasn't very green, and admittedly, I could have used more baby spinach, but I just didn't buy that you couldn't taste it in the smoothie. I really couldn't though! It was quite tasty and you don't have to take my word for it, the pictures speak for themselves. That's right, my super picky 16 month old is consuming spinach. Haha! She'll never know!
OK, OK, Attempt #2
Combined fresh mango, a banana, nonfat vanilla yogurt, and as much baby spinach as I could fit. Much more green, and still really good! Oh, and Miss T is catching on. When she hears the Magic Bullet, she comes running for mummy's smoothie. Attempts to give her a cup of her own fail, she just wants mine. sigh. Well, it was so good that I made one ahead of time for the next morning to save myself some time. Hubs came home from work wanting a smoothie, so I graciously offered him that one. He liked it, but said he could taste the spinach. I doubt it. When I make a lasagne with tofu in the ricotta cheese he never notices, but if I mention it, all of a sudden he was all too aware of the offending soy product. Anyways...
Attempt #3
Before heading to work, combined fresh strawberries, nonfat vanilla yogurt, as much baby spinach as I could. Took this one to go on my walk to work. I had just enough time to finish my smoothie by the time I arrived at my floor. Delicious. And, it didn't really take all that much time to make. Plus, I noticed that my usual 10:00am sweet snack craving was mysteriously missing. Hmm, we may be on to something.
Unfortunately, I've run out of fresh fruit. Fortunately, I just remembered that we have bags of frozen fruit that I use to make T's baby food. Seriously, I just remembered that as I was typing this post. Maybe I need to add some ingredients that will help with memory. Or maybe just get more sleep. Anyhow. I've missed a day, but I'll be back on the smoothie wagon tomorrow! My original goal was to do 3 a week, but I'm finding that I'm enjoying them so much, that's not much of a challenge!
One thing I will mention is that these smoothies are thick and tend to give me a green "Kool-aid" mustache. I may have to invest in some straws. Perhaps some of these cool reusable glass ones? Or these stainless steel ones?
Check out Angela's blog for her recipes and those submitted by other readers, or just do what I do and use what you have!
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