Happy Thursday :) The weather is hot, but it is
gorgeous outside! Aren't these peonies gorgeous too?! simple and sweet... a quick bouquet with hosta leaves!
While I cooked, I snacked on mini marshmallows... :)... Dinner turned out great, so the actual recipe (and photos) are below.
Spring and summer are perfect for fresh veggies so throw them all in! I can't wait to get back to the DSM Farmers Mkt to stock up!
In the mix: broccoli, snap peas, asparagus, red pepper, carrots, sun dried tomatoes!, shredded chicken, onion, & garlic.
I grabbed these from work. [Love the perks from working near the test kitchen!] and they were a great addition. Flavorful and kind of chewy... in a good way!
First stir fry veggies for about a minute.
Steam veggies.
Sautee onion and garlic.
Add cooked pasta (2 servings) and tomatoes. Heat thoroughly.
Add veggies and 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar.
Mix and heat for a bit longer or until the table is set.
aaaand
enjoy. Very fresh! very healthy! and lots of leftovers for tomorrow. Let me know how yours turns out!
When a recipe's first ingredient is 'chilled, strong coffee' you just know its going to be a great one! This recipe definitely held up to that, too! After a quick whirl in the blender you'll have a creamy sweet and strong blended coffee drink. Enjoy!
Begin with 2 cups crushed ice. Add 1 cup strongly brewed coffee that has been chilled. I used my french press with Starbucks Espresso blend coffee grounds. Chilled in an ice bath.
Pour in 1 cup milk (whole, 2%, soy, whatever trips your trigger)
Top it off with 3 tablespoons vanilla pudding powder, 1-2 tablespoons sugar, and a squirt of chocolate syrup! Or... cinnamon, hazelnut syrup, espresso grounds for an extra strong coffee flavor, anything really!
Mix it up, pour in a glass or mug, and slurp down. This is fabulous! Sweet and creamy and not $4. Gotta love that!!
