Fudge-Swirled Red Wine & Black Cherry Ice Cream

July 22, 2019 Plate Fete

The words “record-breaking” used to illicit thoughts of Rapunzel-esc hair, giant rubber band balls, and jump-roping contests, but no such awe or excitement has been present this week when the record-breaking heat is the topic of everyone’s conversation.

Black Cherry Broccoli Salad with Sweet Bacon Vinaigrette

July 16, 2018 Plate Fete

Classic broccoli salad gets a makeover with black cherries and a sweet bacon vinaigrette! The perfect summer side dish! [ www.pedanticfoodie.com ]

I spent my weekend eating tacos, dreaming about eating tacos, and toting around the most fantastic pink flamingo pool float nine dollars can buy.

Obviously, it was very well spent. Also, obviously, I did not show a tremendous amount of attention to vegetables. Well, unless pico de gallo counts, which of course it totally does.

Tart Cherry & Cream Cheese Pretzel Turnovers

May 14, 2018 Plate Fete

I am currently typing away on my laptop, praying that the puppy will stay asleep long enough for me to tackle the mass of frizzy insanity atop my head and enjoy a few minutes of self-care.

We are back at this weekday game and I am moving a little more slowly than I would like, but I am moving nonetheless and that is more than enough achievement at 5:31am.