Notes from a Messy Kitchen

Maple Blueberry Breakfast Carnitas

Notes from a Messy Kitchen

I have a confession to make: I haven’t cooked since I got back from Korea nearly two weeks ago. Like, at all. (Unless you count an omelette, which I most definitely do not). I’ve been having yogurt for breakfast and eating out pretty much every other meal, with the exception...

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No Bake Tahini Almond Fudge Squares {Leftovers Club!}

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I apologize in advance for the horrible quality of the photos in this post. What can I say, my camera is as jet lagged as I am. The poor thing has been slinking around the streets of Seoul in a vintage Dooney & Bourke that can hardly pass as a...

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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Zucchini topped with Melted Cheese, Bacon and an Avocado Blue Cheese Dressing

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Some recipes I see and immediately know I’m going to love. But that doesn’t always mean I get around to making it. Take this recipe for instance. I “pinned” it six months ago, and finally got around to making it on Monday. That is six months without this recipe in my life that...

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Dark Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Bread Pudding

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When I get my mind set on making something, I will go hell and high water to find everything I need to make it. Ask just about anyone who has ever had the misfortune of being my grocery companion on a day when I just can’t find what I’m looking...

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As Popular as Broccoli at a Tailgate

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This is not a post about middle school Johanna, although the title might lead you to believe as much. No, this is about the dish I decided to make to bring to our tailgate at Country Fest on Saturday. When you think tailgate, you probably think hot dogs, hamburgers, chips...

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Apple Pie Chia Seed Jam and Vegan Overnight Oat Breakfast Parfait

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Happy hump day! I’m afraid the majority of my household will be limping over the hump this week, but hey as long as we make it right? Between Courtney who seems to have thrown out his back, Lila who won’t put any weight on her back leg, and me who...

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Chicken and Tortellini Chili

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On Saturday Courtney and I had the pleasure of meeting a super handsome little dude. John is just two weeks old today, but already has sleeping, eating and pooping down to an art, which is more than I can say some days. And really, he’s quite a charmer; I didn’t...

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A Sneak Peak at Mother’s Day Brunch

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Cooking a big Mother’s Day meal has become a bit of a tradition (see below for past year’s feasts!) As Matt pointed out, the whole family is benefiting from the in-between years when I’m old enough to be a good cook but still don’t have children myself. And they better...

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BBQ Chicken Spaghetti Squash Casserole

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We seem to have skipped straight from winter to summer here in D.C. We hit the 80s this week, and the humidity has arrived in full force. That’s right, it’s big hair season! I was feeling kind of down about the puffy mess that has taken over my head, but...

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Carrot Cake Granola {Leftovers Club}

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If you’ve been wondering why I never shared the recipe for the delicious carrot cake granola I served as the first course of our Easter brunch, here’s your answer. I’ve been saving it for Leftovers Club! That’s right, I actually shared the stuff! Silly, silly me. Believe it or not,...

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Maple Blueberry Breakfast Carnitas

Johanna

No Bake Tahini Almond Fudge Squares {Leftovers Club!}

Johanna

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Zucchini topped with Melted Cheese, Bacon and an Avocado Blue Cheese Dressing

Johanna

Dark Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Bread Pudding

Johanna

As Popular as Broccoli at a Tailgate

Johanna

Apple Pie Chia Seed Jam and Vegan Overnight Oat Breakfast Parfait

Johanna

Chicken and Tortellini Chili

Johanna

A Sneak Peak at Mother’s Day Brunch

Johanna

BBQ Chicken Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Johanna

Carrot Cake Granola {Leftovers Club}

Johanna