The Mothership

This was not hard to prepare. And honestly, I’m always looking for a new appetizer or fun was to eat a side. These were tasty and didn’t take too much time to prepare. I RECOMMEND making these before the rest of your meal because the potatoes have to boil and then bake. These were so good we couldn’t stop eating them! You figure about one potato per person (8 wedges) Ingredients: 7-8 potatoes (red or golden), sliced into wedges Water Salt 1/4 cup avocado oil 1 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp dried oregano  1 Tbsp of fresh chopped parsley  Salt, & Pepper 1/2 cup Mayo (we used veganaise) 1 Tbsp mustard 1/2 Tbsp honey 1/2 oz lemon juice  1/2 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp parsley, chopped 1/4 tsp oregano Pepper Recipe: ***pots/utensils to gather: cutting board& chopping knife, large pot for potatoes 1 large cookie sheet covered in tin foil, strainer, large bowl for tossing potatoes, small prep bowl for potato seasoning mixture, small bowl for mixing dipp...

Things I’m secure in because now I’m 40… Unsolicited advice for those of you wanting to be entertained: Vulnerability and honesty go hand in hand for me. If you aren’t ready for both of those things from me…maybe turn and run because I can’t escape them.  I like alone time. Not for long, but I now know how necessary it is for my well-being. Those of you that know me know how far I’ve come.   No longer is my focus a low number on the scale, but e xercise and strength is important to me and my longevity. So is eating ice cream.   I like black coffee. It makes me think of all the times I said I would never drink it to my grandmother and how grown up I am now.   Stretching is now an everyday practice. All the triangle poses, warrior poses and hip flexor relaxers are integral to the success of the day. Keeping my marriage spicey is a priority. And in order for that to happen there needs to be connection. He is my best friend but we’ve worked at it and we certainly...

These are not your average nachos. I love trying new dishes and wanted something easy that transferred well to a crowd. It stayed fairly well hot and still tasted great even after it cooled down. Chopping was also a minimum. Add more mayo if you want the spread to go further. You of course add or subtract whatever! Don't forget the forks so you can grab the bits that fall between the cracks. Ingredients 1 bag of tortilla chips (I used white corn chips) 2 & 1/2 cups of shredded Monterrey Jack cheese saute oil 1 large bag of frozen corn (about 3 cups) or 3 fresh ears of corn cut off the cob.   salt pepper 2 garlic cloves minced paprika 1 jalapeno, diced with seeds removed (or 1 tsp from a jar of diced jalapeño) 3 or 4 limes 1/3 cup sour cream 1/4 cup. mayonnaise crumbled Cotija Cheese (mine came in a 2 cup bag) 2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro Recipe: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large skillet heat saute oil over high heat. Add corn to the skillet and stir. Season with s...

  If you love Lemon here is your soup. It was very filling, easy to make, and made plenty for my family. I am not a huge fan of chickpeas and I barely noticed them in the soup. ***I served this with corn bread Ingredients: Olive oil (or whatever your cooking oil is) 1 onion, diced 4 large carrots, peeled, halved and sliced 5 celery stalks 6 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp. dried thyme pepper 1 tsp rosemary 12 cups of vegetable broth, + 2 cups of water 2 can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained (some can are labeled garbanzo beans) 2 bay leaves 1 cup of orzo pasta or more juice from 2 lemons lemon zest from 1 lemon 1/3 cup tahini  A handful of kale or spinach fresh parsley or dill (Optional and as a garnish - but I really think it takes it the extra step in goodness). Recipe: Heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Saute for about 5 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and saute for about 1 minute more until the veggies are soft. Add the thyme, a bit of ...

“Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This I declare: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; He is my God and I trust him.” Psalm 91:1-2 A new book, a pedicure, going for a run, hiking, or just sitting on your own are all very restful activities that I have enjoyed and are only a glimpse of restful ideas. When I think of rest, I am cuddled onto a porch with a blanket fully relaxed and unencumbered with stress reading a book or just sipping a hot drink, or maybe margarita if it’s evening. We all have unique ways of resting. In order for our minds and bodies to fully rest we have to feel secure. I know when my child is feeling insecure there is angst and distress with little ability to fully calm. When you can’t find peace and rest where do you look? The scripture above suggests that when we take the opportunity to invite Him into our lives we then LIVE in his shelter.  As people walk, you notice the shadow they c...

My quiet morning begins with my subtle alarm. As I place my feet on the floor and smell the aroma of delayed brew coffee (BEST THING EVER) I can hear the pit-pat on the window as rain falls. To quote my friend's momma, "The weather is so appropriate for today." Bleak, gloomy, and just uninviting. As I go about my morning routine of quiet time before the kids get up I reflect on Good Friday. I went through my devotionals they all intertwined somehow. Each devotional was different and only one was Easter themed. I usually read and bookmark verses that stand out to me and then after I read, I write down the verses and reflect. As I begin that portion, little footsteps come down the hall...one by one.  My moment of solitude isn't so solitaire, but still sweet. After saying their good morning pleasantries, and doling out kisses and hugs because it's a new day, they each find their space on the couch...keeping a careful eye on the level of mommy's coffee...too...

This reciepe was a base taken from a blog, Cookin Canuck.  Thank you for the inspiration! I have been very intimidated by my insta pot. And Ironically I have felt rushed! Rushed into an appliance I didn't have time to work or figure out. Well, this quarantine has given me the space to be more "instant" - another irony I know. This recipe I made with homemade chicken broth. If you decide to do this, omit all the other salt besides the first salting of veggies because the broth will probably be salty enough. Of course always taste to see if it needs more salt. Omit the kale or mushrooms if you're not a fan, but they are some good for you foods. The leeks are similar to onions, but a step up in doing more for your body. You can omit these too. *****IF YOU DECIDE TO PUT LEEKs in the recipe...you need to cut into cross-section slices and then soak in water. Separate each layer of the leek by just pushing through them with your fingers. Then drain and lay out on a paper...