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Adventure Begins in the Kitchen

Beautifood

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Tonight’s meal inspiration stemmed from an article that was sent to me a while back entitled ’10 Ways to Eat Yourself Gorgeous’.  The article was shelved and I’m not certain why.  But from this point forward, food brain-block or not, I will be referencing it quite often.

My plate consisted of broiled salmon brushed with olive oil and fresh dill and boiled artichoke with dill garlic butter for dipping.  The salmon/artichoke combo created a dish rich in Omega 3 Fatty Acids, Protein, Vitamins B/C/D, Magnesium, Folic Acid, and Biotin.  And chances are, if the last sentence bored you, you’re in dire need of a meal like this!

I am beyond pleased.  So pleased, in fact, that I am immodestly giving myself the highest rank on every scale – A+, 5 stars, all 10’s.

Spaghetti? Sort Of…

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A few weeks ago, a friend suggested a spaghetti squash recipe she made post kicking butt at the Boston Marathon.  I raided her leftovers and knew I’d give it a shot.

After a weekend of birthday/mother’s day glutton, I was craving something veggieful.  And subbing a meal’s primary starch with a veggie?  Well, that sounded right about where I wanted to be.  I scribbled down the ingredients and B-lined it to the market on my way home from the office.

My excitement for the recipe grew as I realized my basket was only lacking two ingredients and I hadn’t yet left the produce department.  And feta and kalamatas?  I barely had to brush the processed aisles to scoop those up!
This dish was a delightful main course, but could also be served along side a lean meat for a more “complete” meal.

Side Note:  Tastes even better chilled the next day.

Quickie Lunch

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Meal satisfaction, for me, tends to come hand in hand with simplicity.  And uncoincidentally, my simple means faster and fresher.  Five ingredients or less is a good theory in my book.

This ‘five or less’-er lunch was protein packed and full of feel goodness.
– Turkey Breast, Thinly Sliced & Cooked
– Baby Spinach Leaves
– Shallots, Chopped
– Sunflower Seeds

Kabobs and College

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This week’s game night, Kabobs and College, was a tribute to plunging into adulthood.  I’m about to run full force into 27 and figured I’d bravely attend with an 813 identifier.  I could tell the swap affected more than me as it was significant (or shocking) enough to be suggested as a dinner dedication.  We ran with it.
Each guest arrived wearing their favorite (or most readily available) college tee, something to grill, and something to ice.  And as I looked around, I witnessed much more than the obvious greatness of our group, I witnessed the grown up-ness of our group.
Although hamburger and natty light college staples were present, the grill was dominated by veggie kabobs, fish fillets, and Boca burgers.  We even passed on the previously proposed card games to gather around the TV, watch the NFL draft, and patiently await Tebow’s placement.  Simply put, tonight was a ‘bommin’ success!