Amber’s Blog
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Chai
When I was in high school, I dated an Indian boy and developed a love for Indian culture, Indian food, and, of course, chai. This recipe is my version of a technique I learned at his house. The key to best flavor is steeping the tea in both water and milk (instead of in water…
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Orange-Strawberry Yogurt Muffins
For this recipe, I used organic Stonyfield Farm yogurt. It has a great pink color that comes from organic beet juice, not artificial coloring; unfortunately, the color baked out — I was hoping they would stay pink. The yogurt I used didn’t have strawberry pieces in it, but if I did it again, I would…
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Leek and Sweet Potato Gratin
Related Post: Report Card (23 Jan. 2011)Adapted (barely) from Vegetarian Times, January/February 2011See more recipes here Ingredients Directions Preheat oven to 450F. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add leeks, garlic, and 2 tablespoons of the rosemary; saute 8 minutes or until leeks are softened. Season with salt and pepper if desired.…
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I might not have a lot of money…
I’m sitting here watching the State of the Union, and I can’t help but be inspired. I’ll admit that in many of my adult years I haven’t bothered to watch the State of the Union or if I did, it wasn’t something that really resonated with me. Often times, politics can seem so far away…
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Brussels Sprouts With Walnuts and Cranberries
Related Post: Report Card (23 Jan. 2011)Adapted from Vegetarian Times, January/February 2011See more recipes here Ingredients Directions Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. Add walnuts and toast 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Wipe out skillet (be careful!), and return to heat. Add olive oil, an swirl skillet to…
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Report Card
I spent a lot of time this week thinking of t-shirts the International Baccalaureate students in my high school used to wear: Sleep is for the Weak. I need one of those shirts. I’m not sure if I can remember going to bed before midnight. Even now, it’s 12:02 am, but I know wont…
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Kale Lasagna Diavolo
Related Post: Report Card (16 Jan. 2011) Adapted from Vegetarian Times, January/February 2011 See more recipes here Ingredients Directions Preheat oven to 400F. Coat and 8 inch square (or similar size) pan with olive oil. Cook kale in a large pot of boiling salted water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water until…
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Chris’ Disappearing Migas
Related Post: Report Card (16 Jan. 2011)A Chris Original!See more recipes here I love eggs, but until I met Chris, I had never had migas; it is now a staple in our house — breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It’s super easy, Tex-Mex comfort. In its simplest form, it is a scramble of eggs, onions, chips,…
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Saturday Surfing
Weekly Finds: Baked Potato Soup – Smitten Kitchen. Yes, please. Federal court hears former San Diego gay couple’s adoption case – Signon San Diego News May not be the best… – Heather Cushman-Dowdee’s comic response to the BMJ article I discussed yesterday. Texas Wildflower Art – a super simple and cute craft from MADE. Another…
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More on Breastfeeding
It’s been a big week for breastfeeding. To start, it’s official: I’m a Certified Lactation Counselor!I couldn’t have been more excited to get that envelope in the mail. This week was also La Leche League meeting week on Nantucket, which is so much fun. There’s such a great group of mamas here, and our leader,…
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Toasted Millet with Sweet Potatoes and Spinach
Related Post: Report Card (16 Jan. 2011)Adapted from Vegetarian Times, January/February 2011See more recipes here Ingredients Millet Vinaigerette Directions Heat oil in pan over medium heat. Add onions, and cook 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Stir in millet, cumin, turmeric, coriander, and cook 5 minutes more, stirring constantly. Add sweet potato, broth, and harissa…
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AHHH!!!
Okay, I know that’s not very grown up or professional, but I’m too excited. It’s not everyday that you get to guest post on a New York Times blog. That’s right. Today, I am guest posting on Motherlode on the New York Times. Click here to read my post about stay-at-home parenting after divorce and…
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Report Card
I love being able to type the words “another good week.” Because it was another good week, and I feel so content looking back on it. I got some yoga in – even if it was 15 minutes here and there with a toddler climbing all over and under me. I dug Nora’s toddler car…
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Rice & Chickpea Kale Rolls with Pineapple Salsa
Related Post: Report Card (16 Jan. 2011)Adapted from Vegetarian Times, January/February 2011See more recipes here Ingredients Kale Rolls Salsa Directions To make kale rolls: Heat oil in small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until softened. Add chickpeas, broth, rice, cumin, paprika, and salt; bring to a…
