Tofu Parmigiana Over Pasta
This is a really yummy dinner. It is tofu that is breaded and fried for a little bit then baked with marinara and mozzarella like chicken parmigiana would be and served over spaghetti. It doesn't taste exactly like chicken parmigiana but it is close enough. It is really quite delicious and easy enough to make. We had it with a simple salad with olive oil and a raspberry and black pepper balsamic vinegar that we purchased in Paso Robles. Unfortunately because it was such a busy and stressful day we forgot to take a picture of dinner...boo. What is the point of a blog if you forget the pictures? I'm sorry...Tomorrow is a repeat too so the picture will be boring. Friday's dinner will be exciting and yummy though! But for now it has been a...well...not the best November I have had to say the least. It has probably been the most stressful November of my life. So here is to a better December, if that is possible. Here is to finishing the semester and getting some peace in life. Because as John Lennon says, and in memory of the 10th anniversary of George's death, a new year is almost here, let's hope it's a good one, without any fear. Yes please, I am hoping it is a much better 2012, or at least a better December. Anyway...Goodnight.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
November 29, 2011- Stir Fry Veggies over Brown Rice (Vegan)
Stir Fry Veggies over Brown Rice (Vegan)
This is a simple but yummy recipe. We bought a pre-made mix of veggies which included mushrooms, red and green peppers, onions, water chestnuts, baby corn, broccoli, carrots, snap peas, and bamboo shoots. Because I had class late tonight Nick cooked. Nick sauteed it with some olive oil to start and then added some soy sauce. We had it over brown rice. It is a simple yet delicious recipe! You can use any veggies you want in a stir fry of course and you don't have to use a pre-made package but it makes it convenient.
This is a simple but yummy recipe. We bought a pre-made mix of veggies which included mushrooms, red and green peppers, onions, water chestnuts, baby corn, broccoli, carrots, snap peas, and bamboo shoots. Because I had class late tonight Nick cooked. Nick sauteed it with some olive oil to start and then added some soy sauce. We had it over brown rice. It is a simple yet delicious recipe! You can use any veggies you want in a stir fry of course and you don't have to use a pre-made package but it makes it convenient.
Monday, November 28, 2011
November 28, 2011- More Leftovers!
More Leftovers!
Tonight we will finish the Thanksgiving leftovers. We have some mashed potatoes, creamed corn, stuffing, sweet potatoes, and pumpkin lasagna left. Hopefully we will finish everything and then start making dinner again. It has been fun not cooking the past few days but we look forward to eating some fresh food. Not going to post a picture again because all of these things have been posted. Have a great day everyone!
Tonight we will finish the Thanksgiving leftovers. We have some mashed potatoes, creamed corn, stuffing, sweet potatoes, and pumpkin lasagna left. Hopefully we will finish everything and then start making dinner again. It has been fun not cooking the past few days but we look forward to eating some fresh food. Not going to post a picture again because all of these things have been posted. Have a great day everyone!
November 27, 2011- Leftovers
Leftovers- Pumpkin Lasagna and Stuffing
So we had sooo many leftovers from Thanksgiving #2 that we had to bring a cooler back! We ended up having leftovers for lunch and then saved some of the pumpkin lasagna which we had for dinner. Because there was so much stuffing we had a little cup of that which we shared for dinner. It was yummy. I don't have a picture of this but you can see the pumpkin lasagna from November 25th post. We also had a small piece of pecan pie for dessert.
So we had sooo many leftovers from Thanksgiving #2 that we had to bring a cooler back! We ended up having leftovers for lunch and then saved some of the pumpkin lasagna which we had for dinner. Because there was so much stuffing we had a little cup of that which we shared for dinner. It was yummy. I don't have a picture of this but you can see the pumpkin lasagna from November 25th post. We also had a small piece of pecan pie for dessert.
November 26, 2011- In N Out
In N Out- Grilled Cheese!!!!
Well today was a travel day. And sorry the post is delayed. We left around 4pm to head back up north and we decided to stop at In N Out in Kettlemen City. We both had a grilled cheese. Nick orders his plain (just cheese and the bun) and I order mine with no tomatoes and no onions, add pickles and ketchup. It was delish. I have been ordering my grilled cheese like this for quite some time. That's all we ordered though because we were eating other snacks in the car. No pictures though...Sorry.
Well today was a travel day. And sorry the post is delayed. We left around 4pm to head back up north and we decided to stop at In N Out in Kettlemen City. We both had a grilled cheese. Nick orders his plain (just cheese and the bun) and I order mine with no tomatoes and no onions, add pickles and ketchup. It was delish. I have been ordering my grilled cheese like this for quite some time. That's all we ordered though because we were eating other snacks in the car. No pictures though...Sorry.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
November 25, 2011- Thanksgiving #2- Becca's Mom
Thanksgiving #2- Becca's Mom
So it is Thanksgiving # 2 today and it is quite a feast. On the menu for today: Salad, Pumpkin Lasagna, Carrot Spaghetti, Stuffing, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Corn, Green Bean Casserole, Rolls, Homemade Mushroom Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, and an Assortment of Pies. It will be quite a lot of cooking today. And lots of pictures to post! Happy Thanksgiving #2!
Stuffing
Creamed Corn
Carrot Spaghetti
Mashed Potatoes
Homemade Mushroom Gravy
Candied Sweet Potatoes w/ Walnuts
Salad
Chocolate Creme Pie
Pecan Pie
Green Bean Casserole
Pumpkin Lasagne
It was definitely a feast! Yum! :)
So it is Thanksgiving # 2 today and it is quite a feast. On the menu for today: Salad, Pumpkin Lasagna, Carrot Spaghetti, Stuffing, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Corn, Green Bean Casserole, Rolls, Homemade Mushroom Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, and an Assortment of Pies. It will be quite a lot of cooking today. And lots of pictures to post! Happy Thanksgiving #2!
Stuffing
Creamed Corn
Carrot Spaghetti
Mashed Potatoes
Homemade Mushroom Gravy
Candied Sweet Potatoes w/ Walnuts
Salad
Chocolate Creme Pie
Pecan Pie
Green Bean CasserolePumpkin Lasagne
It was definitely a feast! Yum! :)
November 24, 2011- Thanksgiving #1-Becca's Dad
Thanksgiving #1- Becca's Dad
So Thanksgiving is being split into two this year. Thursday is with my dad and Friday with my mom. We had dinner with my dad and we went to a restaurant in Malibu called Gladstones. We used to go to this restaurant all the time growing up. They serve mostly seafood here but Nick and I were able to find/customize some things on the menu for ourselves. We ordered a vegetable flat bread that has portobellos, spinach, tomatoes, and marinara sauce. We also ordered the shrimp scampi minus the shrimp. It has some spinach, asparagus, and tomatoes in it as well. The sauce was so delicious, it was like a buttery garlic white wine sauce. We had a side salad to start. It was a really nice meal to share with my dad and brother. We all ordered pasta so clearly even on Thanksgiving we are all still Italian at our roots :) Unfortunately, I have no picture to post for today. I did make a homemade apple pie and pumpkin pie to bring over and share with all of us. They turned out well! Will post the pictures of those on tomorrow's post.
Happy Thanksgiving!
So Thanksgiving is being split into two this year. Thursday is with my dad and Friday with my mom. We had dinner with my dad and we went to a restaurant in Malibu called Gladstones. We used to go to this restaurant all the time growing up. They serve mostly seafood here but Nick and I were able to find/customize some things on the menu for ourselves. We ordered a vegetable flat bread that has portobellos, spinach, tomatoes, and marinara sauce. We also ordered the shrimp scampi minus the shrimp. It has some spinach, asparagus, and tomatoes in it as well. The sauce was so delicious, it was like a buttery garlic white wine sauce. We had a side salad to start. It was a really nice meal to share with my dad and brother. We all ordered pasta so clearly even on Thanksgiving we are all still Italian at our roots :) Unfortunately, I have no picture to post for today. I did make a homemade apple pie and pumpkin pie to bring over and share with all of us. They turned out well! Will post the pictures of those on tomorrow's post.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
November 23, 2011- Cornish Pasties
Cornish Pasties
This recipe comes from Vegetarian Times magazine. It is originated from Cornwall, a Celtic region in Ireland. It is a pastry dough with a vegetable filling. I have reworked the recipe a little because it includes mustard and egg and we don't cook with eggs and don't like mustard. But regardless, this recipe is delicious! It is traditionally an Irish appetizer but if you have two or three it makes a good dinner. Bon Appetit!
This recipe comes from Vegetarian Times magazine. It is originated from Cornwall, a Celtic region in Ireland. It is a pastry dough with a vegetable filling. I have reworked the recipe a little because it includes mustard and egg and we don't cook with eggs and don't like mustard. But regardless, this recipe is delicious! It is traditionally an Irish appetizer but if you have two or three it makes a good dinner. Bon Appetit!
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
November 22, 2011-Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup
So we made it to Orange County and we ate a little late so we just decided to make grilled cheese and tomato soup. Unfortunately it was devoured and we have no picture! The soup was Campbell's tomato soup and the cheese was Lucerne sharp cheddar. I think the bread was a buttermilk bread. Oh it's good to be home :)
Will post a picture tomorrow!
So we made it to Orange County and we ate a little late so we just decided to make grilled cheese and tomato soup. Unfortunately it was devoured and we have no picture! The soup was Campbell's tomato soup and the cheese was Lucerne sharp cheddar. I think the bread was a buttermilk bread. Oh it's good to be home :)
Will post a picture tomorrow!
Monday, November 21, 2011
November 21, 2011- Pizza on Flatbread
Pizza on Flatbread
Tonight is a busy night and as a result we needed something quick and easy so this is a simple dinner. It is flatbread bought from Trader Joe's with some simple pizza sauce (also bought) and some cheese. You broil it for a few minutes and voila you have dinner!
Tonight is a busy night and as a result we needed something quick and easy so this is a simple dinner. It is flatbread bought from Trader Joe's with some simple pizza sauce (also bought) and some cheese. You broil it for a few minutes and voila you have dinner!
Sunday, November 20, 2011
November 20, 2011- Vegetable Pot Pie (Vegan)
Vegetable Pot Pies (Vegan)
This is a new recipe that we are trying tonight from the magazine Vegetarian Times. I love this magazine and get a lot of recipes to try and end up loving. Tonight we are trying this one. It is individuals pot pies in ramekins. The veggies in the pot pies are: carrots, onions, sweet potatoes (called for regular but we had sweet potatoes), mushrooms, celery, corn, peas, and asparagus. We made a homemade dough to put on top (it was super easy). I'm sure they will be delicious! :) This recipe is also vegan! Yay!
This is a new recipe that we are trying tonight from the magazine Vegetarian Times. I love this magazine and get a lot of recipes to try and end up loving. Tonight we are trying this one. It is individuals pot pies in ramekins. The veggies in the pot pies are: carrots, onions, sweet potatoes (called for regular but we had sweet potatoes), mushrooms, celery, corn, peas, and asparagus. We made a homemade dough to put on top (it was super easy). I'm sure they will be delicious! :) This recipe is also vegan! Yay!
Saturday, November 19, 2011
November 19, 2011- Soy Sauce Marinated Tofu with Roasted Asparagus
Tofu marinated in soy sauce with Roasted Asparagus (Vegan)
So at least every week we try to have 3 or 4 vegan meals a week. Some weeks are better than others. I think last week was not as good of a week, maybe only two vegan meals. This dinner is a classic for us. You just put some soy sauce on the tofu and put it in the oven for about 20-25 minutes. The asparagus is just tossed with some olive oil and a little salt and pepper and roasted for 25-30 minutes and voila! Dinner! We also had some leftover focaccia so we had that on the side.
Tips for tofu: we always buy extra firm and it is important to press the tofu between two plates wrapped in some paper towels, with weight on top for about 15-20 minutes. This gets a lot of the extra water out of the tofu and makes it more absorbent for your marinades.
So at least every week we try to have 3 or 4 vegan meals a week. Some weeks are better than others. I think last week was not as good of a week, maybe only two vegan meals. This dinner is a classic for us. You just put some soy sauce on the tofu and put it in the oven for about 20-25 minutes. The asparagus is just tossed with some olive oil and a little salt and pepper and roasted for 25-30 minutes and voila! Dinner! We also had some leftover focaccia so we had that on the side.
Tips for tofu: we always buy extra firm and it is important to press the tofu between two plates wrapped in some paper towels, with weight on top for about 15-20 minutes. This gets a lot of the extra water out of the tofu and makes it more absorbent for your marinades.
Friday, November 18, 2011
November 18, 2011- A Dinner for Priests
Tonight we are making dinner for the monsignor, two priests, and deacon of our parish. On the menu:
A simple salad to start
Homemade garlic and r
osemary focaccia bread
Linguine with homemade marinara
Polenta with two sauce: a creamy portabella sauce and marinara
Stuffed Zucchini
And for dessert a caramel apple tart
I hope they enjoy!
A simple salad to start
Homemade garlic and r
osemary focaccia breadLinguine with homemade marinara
Polenta with two sauce: a creamy portabella sauce and marinara
Stuffed Zucchini
And for dessert a caramel apple tart
I hope they enjoy!
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