Happy #NationalPuppyDay to these two. I used to ca Happy #NationalPuppyDay to these two. I used to call Clifford an asshat, because he basically was. But there’s a new asshat in town… 🙄 Clifford is now a freaking rockstar. His tumor and age have slowed him down a LOT and he virtually never misbehaves, and we are seriously so proud of him. Lola, on the other hand, is still full blown PUPPY. Tonight I’m assembling a gate to replace the wooden one she ate through. 😂 Berners love wood and she is OBSESSED with being in the kitchen. So one new metal gate coming right up as soon as I can figure out how to put it together.
Last week when I met the owners of the new French Last week when I met the owners of the new French bakery in town, I told them how happy I was that they were opening … because now I had an endless source for gifts for my mom’s future birthdays and Christmases. She was born in Paris and we’ve grown up with a healthy appreciation for French things … starting with their pastries and baguettes, but so much more. My daughter took her first trip to Paris last year and thoroughly enjoyed the croissants there and she deemed the ones at @chocolatinenj just as perfect. No surprise there since the owner is a French pastry chef! If you’re local and haven’t been, do make a point to stop in and visit. They’re open Wednesday through Sunday and have a wide selection of sweet and savory items and a few French retail selections as well. We’ve tried the macarons, the Croque Monsieur, the croissants, the tomato tarts, the baguette … basically we’re working our way through their display case in due time. Don’t miss this one - enjoy!
People complain about how much time is spent on ph People complain about how much time is spent on phones sometimes, but if it wasn’t for phones. I wouldn’t have these awesome little snippets of them growing up. I only wish I had more. Appreciate and document the little mundane things, for they are the very fabric of your life.
happy Spring, friends! Y’all know how long I’v happy Spring, friends! Y’all know how long I’ve been waiting for the seasons to change and I’m so excited that Mother Nature was on board today! ☀️ There is nothing like the energy from the sun and it makes me happy. Hope you got some today!
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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ARF/5-A-Day #11

March 15, 2006 · ARF/5-A-Day

Ahhh, dinner tonight. Good stuff. Simple and satisfying. For my ARF/5-A-Day contributions, I made two dishes, one a tried-and-true and one new one. The tried-and-true was the always excellent, absurdly easy Melty Portobello Sandwiches – divine! Then, I also made Spicy Baked Chickpeas, a recipe I found from Spoon and Stem, They were tasty and very simple to make; only problem is I’m the only one that’s going to be eating them in this house.


Spicy Baked Chickpeas
From Spoon & Stem
non-stick cooking spray
1 (16 ounce) can chickpeas, drained, rinsed and dried
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Preheat oven to 425F. Lightly coat a rimmed baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Place chickpeas evenly on the baking sheet. Bake, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes. Pour into a large bowl and add salt, cayenne, garlic powder and oregano, Gently combine to coat evenly.

One quick shot of my Kitchen Monkey, and then we’re off for the round-up:

A meatloaf with a roux? Yup, Pat from Up a Creek without a PatL in New England is doing it, and you can too. Just check out her recipe for Mondo Gumbo Meatloaf, with veggies hidden inside.

Kristin from The Pearl Onion in New York joins us for the first time, sharing her Pancetta, Bean and Spinach Soup – looks divine!

Another ARF/5-A-Day newcomer, Emily from Biscuits and Blues joins in with her Buffalo Chicken Wraps.

The Chocolate Lady from New York brings us another gorgeous vegetable, the wonderful Arugula, and shares her recipe for Spaghetti with Arugula and Tomato Sauce.

Taste Corner in North Carolina serves up a completely new thing, Drumstick Sambhar with Karela Crispies:

Another newcomer, Bake My Day from The Netherlands delivers her take on Tuna.

This must be “Newcomer Week,” because I’m lucky enough to get another new visitor to ARF/5-A-Day. To the Tooth from Maryland cooks up butternut squash in my most favorite way.

Paula from The Cookbook Junkie in Pennsylvania with her veggie-laden Bayou-Style Pot Pie.

Chef Michele made some delicious-sounding Ravioli Casserole that I know Nicholas will love.

Sarah’s Steak Fajita Pockets with Avocado Salsa will make great use out of the two avocados sitting on my kitchen counter.

Kalyn from Kalyn’s Kitchen in Utah has a dish after The Husband and Nicholas’ hearts – anything with Feta and Kalamata, and they are so there. Check out her Many Peppers Greek Salad.

Food for Thought in Illinois serves up breakfast for dinner.

Sugar, Spice and Everything Nice in California with delicious-looking Chicken and Peppers.

Our resident Veggie Evangelist from Missouri gives us a two-fer this week with her Kitchen Stir-Fry and Oven-Baked Brown Rice.
Another take on rice, with pomegranates from Cooking within my Grasp.

Food, In the Main from the UK bakes up a tasty Banana-Orange Bread with Nuts.

Alysha from The Savory Notebook manages an event double-header with her Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry-Balsamic Sauce.

Stacey from Just Braise in New York abandons desserts this week and turns out a smashing looking breakfast with her Berry Oatmeal.

Next newcomer for tonight is Ana from Kitchen Space in North Carolina brings us a lovely Salmon with Tomatoes and Asparagus (one of my favorite vegetables!).

Lastly, Cooking Medley’s Kiwi Jam looks gorgeous; let’s welcome another ARF/5-A-Day newcomer!

Whew! That is finally the round-up. You guys totally rocked ARF/5-A-Day today, and I think this is the most diverse round-up we’ve had since I started this. Awesome, awesome job!

Hot Health Hint for Today: Did you know that Broccoli helps fight Ovarian Cancer? No? I didn’t either. It contains isothiocyanates, a plant chemical known for fighting carcinogens. Just add one cup of raw or steamed broccoli to your diet every day to get the cancer-fighting powers started. Considering Ovarian Cancer is difficult to diagnose and treat, this is very good news.

OK folks, all for tonight. Until tomorrow…

A year ago today … Indian food review and a stop for homemade ravioli.

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Comments

  1. Kalyn says

    March 15, 2006 at 4:27 am

    Great job as usual. Lots of good recipes to try.

    Reply
  2. Sarah says

    March 15, 2006 at 4:29 am

    Yum Cate! Those portobella sandwiches sound great…Now I know what I am going to use the ones in my fridge for!

    Reply
  3. Cate says

    March 15, 2006 at 4:56 am

    Thanks, Kalyn! Always a fun round-up.

    Sarah – I promise you’ll love them. So, so good.

    Reply
  4. BDSN says

    March 15, 2006 at 3:07 pm

    Hi Cate..

    Thanks for updating my photo in here..and I love the health hint you give every week…SO many newcomers in here..GOOD FOR U!!!

    Reply
  5. sher says

    March 15, 2006 at 4:36 pm

    Oh my goodness!! It all looks so fabulous! Now I’ve starving, and my day is just starting.

    Reply
  6. Cate says

    March 16, 2006 at 1:59 am

    BDSN – glad you joined in. :)

    Sher – I’m with you — several saliva-inducing photos here. ;)

    Reply
  7. PatL says

    March 16, 2006 at 10:30 pm

    Woo hoo! I feel like I’ve arrived. First entry. You made my day. :o) Thanks!

    Funny you should mention broccoli. I made Chinese stir-fried broccoli the other day and took pics so I could blog it. So, that will be my entry for next week. And no, I don’t expect first place again. Once in a lifetime is good enough for me. ;o)

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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.
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