Pomegranates are the perfect snack for the times when you’re not really hungry but want something to do. For example, I frequently eat pomegranate seeds while watching the Biggest Loser to combat the strong urge that show inevitably gives me to eat. When I first picked up my pomegranate habit, I experimented with a lot of different ways of cutting into it. It’s not good to cut right through a pomegranate because a lot of the seeds will pop and … Continue reading
These butternut squash pastries are scrumptious! I really love butternut squash, but I love crispy, flaky pastry even more. I could eat these pastries for a whole meal…and I almost did. They’re also incredibly easy to make. You really can’t go wrong with them! To make these pastries, defrost some frozen puff pastry dough and preheat your oven to 400°F. Also cook a butternut squash (refer to my post on butternut squash risotto for a quick microwave steam method), and … Continue reading
I love making and eating risotto, and I’ve even featured an asparagus version on this blog before. In that post, I referenced how you could make risotto with beer instead of the traditional wine. That’s what I’ve done here, and it is so good. This risotto is citrusy and slightly sweet with just a touch of shrimpiness. My risotto-cooking technique has also progressed to the point where I can rely on it spreading beautifully on the plate and the rice … Continue reading