Monday, November 16, 2009

I don't have your email so I'm blogging it

Winter Vegetable Soup

  • 2 T Butter
  • 1 med. onion, diced
  • 2 med garlic cloves, chopped
  • coarse salt and ground pepper
  • 1 lb acorn squash, peeled, seeded,
and cut into 1 inch cubes (I cut them
much smaller and just put them in
later in the cooking process)
  • 1 bunch kale (3/4lb), ribs cut away and
discarded, leaves torn
  • 5 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can cannellini beans(I added 2)
  • 3 sprigs thyme(I added around 8)
  • grated parmesan
In large pot melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic until fragrant, 3 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Add squash and kale and cook until kale is wilted, about 3 minutes; swason with salt and pepper. Add broth, beans, and thyme. Bring to a simmer and cook until squash and kale are tender, about 12 minutes. Season soup with salt and pepper and serve with parmesan.

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Sugar and Spice Pork Roast with Acorn Squash(Thank You Coca-Cola)


My former employer would often buy coke products for his employees to enjoy. I started the habit of collecting the coke rewards from the 12 packs that were to be thrown in the trash. After months of faithful gathering I finally had enough to trade in my points for... Food Everyday by Martha Stewart. I recently received the first issue and found this enticing recipe. I had never done a pork roast so I was a little scared of the unknown. But alas, it turned out great. Wonderful combo by the way. But I must give the credit where credit is due. Thank you Coca-Cola.

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

from a little linen sack


White Pizza w/ Arugula - I made this for Tallia the other night, she had a long day of work and pregnancy, and she LOVED it. I made the crust a few hours ahead, but it is super easy. I saved the other half in the fridge for a few days later. On the crust was a light mix of garlic, olive oil, and salt. Topping it was a savory blend of freshmozzarella, parmesean, grated asiago, and crumbled goat cheese. Cooked on a stone @ 450 F for under 10 minutes, and topped with fresh SLC farmers market arugula after its on the table! Enjoy! i know my family did.

-the first-


i am going to begin a new set of posts. Taking what began as a blog (to make fun of olivia and tallia) and liberate ben and I. most of our time is spent slaving in the kitchen, so a blog can be an outlet where we share with each other our latest successes. if the world wishes to watch: so be it. Here's to you, ben.

Monday, June 15, 2009

Saturday, May 30, 2009


True gifts feature FABIO. Hope Ben enjoys his game!

Thursday, April 16, 2009

This Is Why Technology Stinks:



Everyone who want to be a musician can be! Try it for your self here.

Thursday, March 19, 2009

here is a cute video for everyone.

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Ben Blogs 'Bout Bounty



Rootbeer floats + kids = disaster



Disaster + Bounty = Have fun kids!


Monday, March 16, 2009

jon cleaned out the kitty litter box today. it looks great!