Weekend photos in review, old school style. Contex Weekend photos in review, old school style. Context: 1) saying goodbye until Easter, 2) sending him back with good bagels, 3) sunlight charging station, 4) the sun was out all day yesterday and it was glorious, 5) hitting the farmers market for my favorite garlic butter, 6) make a wish, 7) sun patterns, and 8) my sous chef
I don’t eat French fries often, but when I do, I I don’t eat French fries often, but when I do, I’m going to make it count. Doo Wop Eats opened a few months ago in downtown Denville and their fries are LEGIT. They are hand cut and taste the way fries should … like potatoes! I add a sprinkle of salt and dunk them in a side of their special sauce and they are pure perfection. You can order a small bucket or a large one (better for sharing!), or as a side item with one of their other delicious menu items like their cheeseburgers, fried chicken sandwiches or cheesesteak. I do believe they’re the best fries in town. I said what I said. Doo Wop’s menu celebrates all your favorite Jersey shore boardwalk treats, including Fried Oreos, clam strips and milk shakes and has a fun vibe for kids and families. 😍
The Grinder Salad, a recipe I found on tiktok that The Grinder Salad, a recipe I found on tiktok that takes all of your favorite ingredients from a grinder (or sub) sandwich and makes it into a delicious chopped salad. It’s as easy as putting everything in a bowl and chopping it up. Perfect for busy days and lazy nights, light meals and warm weather choices. Ingredient list below. Enjoy!

One bag or arugula
One container of cherry tomatoes 
Quarter pound of hard salami
8 Oz of fresh mozzarella
One small red onion
1/3 cup banana peppers 
Handful of fresh basil
Half cup Italian salad dressing
3 T Kewpie mayo
2 T red wine vinegar 
Sea salt and black pepper

Chop it all up, add a half box of ditalini pasta, cooked. Mix to combine.

Recipe from GrilledCheeseSocial.
We had a fun little board party this week and the We had a fun little board party this week and the delicious whipped Brie I shared earlier was front and center. If you haven’t heard of board parties, it’s when every guest makes a different type of food board and brings it - so much fun noshing ensues! With toasted baguette slices, cornichons and local honey, this was mostly a French-inspired board. So simple to pull together and totally my kind of meal.
Lunch date with one of my favorite people. 😍 We Lunch date with one of my favorite people. 😍 We popped into Cafe Crevier downtown and I finally got to try one of their burgers. It was thick and juicy and cooked to perfection. Love that the lettuce was shredded, and that the bun was toasted and slightly crispy. If you’re local, pop in and give them a try - don’t miss the fries!
I haven’t had a snow pic on my feed all winter b I haven’t had a snow pic on my feed all winter because, well, it’s been a weird one. Despite living in the Northeast, our Winter has had hardly any snow. Not to worry though, we’re going to be having snow in the Spring at this point. 😂 End of the week has a high of 50 degrees, today we lived in a snow globe with awful wind. I don’t even care what freaking season it is, just PICK ONE. And for the love of all things holy, I desperately need sunshine.
Grey days, perpetual rain, delayed opening tomorro Grey days, perpetual rain, delayed opening tomorrow … all the perfect setting for a cozy night at home and #candleoclock.
Weekend Photos in Review, old school. ✨ Weekend Photos in Review, old school. ✨
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Mexican Dinner, Take Two

May 22, 2005 · Narrative

Happy Saturday! Spent the morning doing local garage sales with Nicholas. We each had pretty big scores today. One of the garage sales we went to had a box of cookbooks for 10 cents each — cheapest I’ve seen yet. I snagged 10 of them. Most of them were older, but still, at 10 cents each, I wasn’t leaving many behind. ;) At another garage sale, Nicholas spied a toy cash register. He has a another one at home that he inherited from my stepdaughter, but the one he found today was MUCH fancier, and a bargain at $2, it’s kept him busy off and on all day. We both made out well today.

My stepdaughter, Danielle, turned 11 yesterday, so I made her a special dinner tonight. I decided on Shrimp Enchiladas for a main course and built the rest of the meal around that. Didn’t intend to make it another “Mexican night,” it just kind of evolved that way. I made Nachos to start, Spanish Rice on the side and finished up with Fried Ice Cream with Cinnamon Tortilla Crisps. The Shrimp Enchiladas are from the new issue of Eating Well. The Husband liked them. Danielle and I didn’t, so I won’t be making them again. Just kinda blah for me, and a good waste of shrimp. I’ve made the Spanish Rice before – it’s easy and pretty flavorful.

And now for my favorite part … the fried ice cream! I love Chi Chis Mexican Fried Ice Cream, so the fact that I can have something similar at home is A-OK by me! Two scoops of vanilla bean ice cream, a sprinkling of cinnamon, topped with crushed corn flakes and a drizzling of honey. Two Cinnamon Tortilla Crisps on the side, and you’re done. Very very good – can’t wait for another one tomorrow. ;) The Cinnamon Tortilla Crisps are simple enough to make. Brush flour tortillas with melted butter and sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on them. Bake in the oven at 350 for about 5-7 minutes until they start to brown. Let them cool, and they’ll be nice and crispy. Break off pieces to add to your dessert. Can’t get simpler than that, right?
Fried Ice Cream with Cinnamon Tortilla Crisps

The nachos were very yummy, and between the four of us, the entire plate was wiped out. I put a platter of mixed tortilla chips and cheese (Jack and Cheddar) in the oven until it melted. When it came out, I topped it with homemade guacamole, homemade pico de gallo (just chopped tomatoes, chopped onions, fresh cilantro and salt), chopped black olives and sour cream. Deeeelish!
Nachos


Shrimp Enchiladas


Spanish Rice

The Spanish Rice is another easy recipe. Put two tablespoons of olive oil in a medium sized saucepan. Add 1/2 a chopped onion. Once the onion is translucent and soft (about 5 minutes), add 1-1/2 cups of uncooked rice. Stir often until rice starts to brown (about 5 minutes). Add 2 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup of chunky salsa. Stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, until liquid has been absorbed. Serve.

At long last, here’s where I’m going tomorrow. I’m really excited about it. If it’s anything like the Food Expo I went to in Philly last year, we’re sure to come out with lots and lots of goodies. Paula Deen will also be there. She was at the Philly one too, and her in-person personality is the same as she is on TV. Truly a pleasure, warm, down-to-earth, unaffected and friendly. Just what you want when you meet someone “famous.” Tune in tomorrow for all the details … until then … happy trails.

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  1. Stephanie says

    May 23, 2005 at 5:53 am

    My goodness…you do travel around!

    It may be unintentional, but your Mexican nights sound wonderful. I get on kicks all the time.
    The newest one: working through Nigel Slater’s Real Food…

    Reply
  2. Cate says

    May 23, 2005 at 1:42 pm

    Great minds think alike – I actually got a used copy of Nigel’s Real Food a little while ago. Let me know what winners you find. :)

    Reply
  3. Stephanie says

    May 23, 2005 at 3:47 pm

    We’ll most likely start this weekend, so that’s a promise!

    Reply

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Weekend photos in review, old school style. Contex Weekend photos in review, old school style. Context: 1) saying goodbye until Easter, 2) sending him back with good bagels, 3) sunlight charging station, 4) the sun was out all day yesterday and it was glorious, 5) hitting the farmers market for my favorite garlic butter, 6) make a wish, 7) sun patterns, and 8) my sous chef
I don’t eat French fries often, but when I do, I I don’t eat French fries often, but when I do, I’m going to make it count. Doo Wop Eats opened a few months ago in downtown Denville and their fries are LEGIT. They are hand cut and taste the way fries should … like potatoes! I add a sprinkle of salt and dunk them in a side of their special sauce and they are pure perfection. You can order a small bucket or a large one (better for sharing!), or as a side item with one of their other delicious menu items like their cheeseburgers, fried chicken sandwiches or cheesesteak. I do believe they’re the best fries in town. I said what I said. Doo Wop’s menu celebrates all your favorite Jersey shore boardwalk treats, including Fried Oreos, clam strips and milk shakes and has a fun vibe for kids and families. 😍
The Grinder Salad, a recipe I found on tiktok that The Grinder Salad, a recipe I found on tiktok that takes all of your favorite ingredients from a grinder (or sub) sandwich and makes it into a delicious chopped salad. It’s as easy as putting everything in a bowl and chopping it up. Perfect for busy days and lazy nights, light meals and warm weather choices. Ingredient list below. Enjoy!

One bag or arugula
One container of cherry tomatoes 
Quarter pound of hard salami
8 Oz of fresh mozzarella
One small red onion
1/3 cup banana peppers 
Handful of fresh basil
Half cup Italian salad dressing
3 T Kewpie mayo
2 T red wine vinegar 
Sea salt and black pepper

Chop it all up, add a half box of ditalini pasta, cooked. Mix to combine.

Recipe from GrilledCheeseSocial.
We had a fun little board party this week and the We had a fun little board party this week and the delicious whipped Brie I shared earlier was front and center. If you haven’t heard of board parties, it’s when every guest makes a different type of food board and brings it - so much fun noshing ensues! With toasted baguette slices, cornichons and local honey, this was mostly a French-inspired board. So simple to pull together and totally my kind of meal.

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Weekend photos in review, old school style. Contex Weekend photos in review, old school style. Context: 1) saying goodbye until Easter, 2) sending him back with good bagels, 3) sunlight charging station, 4) the sun was out all day yesterday and it was glorious, 5) hitting the farmers market for my favorite garlic butter, 6) make a wish, 7) sun patterns, and 8) my sous chef
I don’t eat French fries often, but when I do, I I don’t eat French fries often, but when I do, I’m going to make it count. Doo Wop Eats opened a few months ago in downtown Denville and their fries are LEGIT. They are hand cut and taste the way fries should … like potatoes! I add a sprinkle of salt and dunk them in a side of their special sauce and they are pure perfection. You can order a small bucket or a large one (better for sharing!), or as a side item with one of their other delicious menu items like their cheeseburgers, fried chicken sandwiches or cheesesteak. I do believe they’re the best fries in town. I said what I said. Doo Wop’s menu celebrates all your favorite Jersey shore boardwalk treats, including Fried Oreos, clam strips and milk shakes and has a fun vibe for kids and families. 😍
The Grinder Salad, a recipe I found on tiktok that The Grinder Salad, a recipe I found on tiktok that takes all of your favorite ingredients from a grinder (or sub) sandwich and makes it into a delicious chopped salad. It’s as easy as putting everything in a bowl and chopping it up. Perfect for busy days and lazy nights, light meals and warm weather choices. Ingredient list below. Enjoy!

One bag or arugula
One container of cherry tomatoes 
Quarter pound of hard salami
8 Oz of fresh mozzarella
One small red onion
1/3 cup banana peppers 
Handful of fresh basil
Half cup Italian salad dressing
3 T Kewpie mayo
2 T red wine vinegar 
Sea salt and black pepper

Chop it all up, add a half box of ditalini pasta, cooked. Mix to combine.

Recipe from GrilledCheeseSocial.
We had a fun little board party this week and the We had a fun little board party this week and the delicious whipped Brie I shared earlier was front and center. If you haven’t heard of board parties, it’s when every guest makes a different type of food board and brings it - so much fun noshing ensues! With toasted baguette slices, cornichons and local honey, this was mostly a French-inspired board. So simple to pull together and totally my kind of meal.
Lunch date with one of my favorite people. 😍 We Lunch date with one of my favorite people. 😍 We popped into Cafe Crevier downtown and I finally got to try one of their burgers. It was thick and juicy and cooked to perfection. Love that the lettuce was shredded, and that the bun was toasted and slightly crispy. If you’re local, pop in and give them a try - don’t miss the fries!
I haven’t had a snow pic on my feed all winter b I haven’t had a snow pic on my feed all winter because, well, it’s been a weird one. Despite living in the Northeast, our Winter has had hardly any snow. Not to worry though, we’re going to be having snow in the Spring at this point. 😂 End of the week has a high of 50 degrees, today we lived in a snow globe with awful wind. I don’t even care what freaking season it is, just PICK ONE. And for the love of all things holy, I desperately need sunshine.
Grey days, perpetual rain, delayed opening tomorro Grey days, perpetual rain, delayed opening tomorrow … all the perfect setting for a cozy night at home and #candleoclock.
Weekend Photos in Review, old school. ✨ Weekend Photos in Review, old school. ✨

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