Don't Mind if I Do.....

How's it growing?

Best bang for your buck:

Tomatoes

It's too in the season late to start from seed, but for about $3 you can get a plant and it will pay off with the first few fruit.

Bunching Onions

Tasty!  A little goes a long way with these "scallion"- you can top everything.  

Very easy to car for.

 

STAR WARS PANCAKES!

You heard me right.

Star. Wars. Pancakes.

William Sonoma, you never fail.

I'll just hand the money over now.

The Oil Spill's Toll on Fisherman

Check out this article on the effects of the oil spill on gulf fisherman.

The fishing industry in the gulf will be feeling this for years to come.  It also takes an alarming toll on the culture of the communities who live of the land water.

Crock Pot Weather

Burrrr!  It's 65 degrees and I'm freezing!

CROCK POT TIME!

Chili is my go to.

I made a veggie (vegan without the toppings) version with kidney & pinto beans, tomatoes, onions, garlic, green beans, and zucchini.  Like soup, chili is a catch all.  

I think my mother is law call it COR- clean out refridgerator.

Corn bread from a mix (lazy today) is jazzed up with fresh corn & topped with a little brown sugar.

Earning the "Coolest Aunt" Title

Check out this post from Ohdeedoh.  

Snazzy ideas to get them snacking on the goods.

Stroll & Savor

Walking & eating is probably best this time of year. I prefer to sit & eat, but I may try to wear a swim suit this summer...

ANYHOW,  Belmont Shores in Long Beach is hosting the Stroll & Savor event again.

Wednesday & Thursday, 5:30PM - 9:00PM
        May 19 & 20

Purchase food tickets and sample awesome menus from over 30 restaurants and specialty food shops.

Live music and libations on a school night!

The Gift that Keeps Giving

Cook books? 

Smart man.