It can't just happen to me. I get a last minute invite to a barbecue (this happens a lot in a large family where everyone assumes everyone else already knows we're getting together). Life happens and it slips my mind. Either way, I find myself scrambling at the last minute to whip up a last minute potluck dish to bring to a gathering. I love quick and easy recipes so even … [Read more...]
Have a healthier Cinco de Mayo with Fish Tacos
[dropshadowbox align="none" width="745px" height="" background_color="#ffffff" border_width="1" border_color="#dddddd" ][/dropshadowbox] I love Mexican food. Especially the cheese, which my husband and my health conscious friend call, "the devil." Cheese belongs on beef, ground turkey, steak, and chicken tacos in my opinion! But it is getting rather close to the summer and … [Read more...]
Hidden in the Fried Rice
Do you have picky kids? I do. I've been trying for years to get my kids to eat a variety of foods. It would be easier if they weren't polar opposites when it comes to food! One loves pasta and one hates it. It's ridiculous but I can't say that I am surprised. When I was pregnant with my son, all I wanted were cheeseburgers and donuts. Guess what foods are his favorites? … [Read more...]
Friday Fitness update 1: Easy Garlic Shrimp with Roasted Veggies Meal Idea
I'm pretty lucky to have a BFF that not only works out with me but is teaching me the correct form. She used to be a competitive Olympic weight lifter. Since she has known me for fifteen years, she also doesn't put up with my crap. We used to put on our Adidas gear and strut into the club together long before we were moms. Now we put on our compression capris and knee sleeves … [Read more...]
Easy cheesy appetizer: “Grilled Cheese Springrolls”
Things have been busy busy busy this week. I promised my team I would bring in some lumpia, Filipino fried spring rolls, one last time before my last day. (Because yay! I am finally going to blog full time!) Since our annual Christmas gift exchange and potluck was today I woke up at 5:00am to fry them up. Related: Last minute potluck dish: chili … [Read more...]