Category Archives: Eating

Up to the Challenge

Wahoo! I FINALLY cooked an entirely SOLE meal, and was up to the veggie challenge over at Not Dabbling in Normal. I have been slacking off, more or less, during this entire challenge, but i finally did it. On a … Continue reading

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Emerald Valley Salsa: Go Local?

Since moving away from Oregon in about 2004 (to live in Savannah, GA then Pleasantville, NY, then Austin, TX), one of the local foods i have missed the most is Emerald Valley Salsa. Fresh ingredients, just the right amount of … Continue reading

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It’s Avocado Season, Y’all

Quick! Run to the grocery store and stock up on in-season avocados! Those little gems full of “good” fat and lovely flavor are usually expeeeensive, but not so when in season. Watch for sales and prices under .75 cents a … Continue reading

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Goat Stew

Woo hoo, i’m a stew fiend now! After my very first attempt at stew, i’ve gained confidence and am comfy just throwing things in and letting them ‘stew’ away all day. With delicious results! Remember those shoulder steaks i picked … Continue reading

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