After I hit the teenage years and Halloween rolled around, I was always sad that I had never eaten a caramel apple as a child. I felt like I had missed something, like I had been left out of the cool club. I’m not sure why I was never around caramel apples…perhaps my parents wanted […]
Monthly Archives: October 2012
Simple Saturday: White Bean Salad
This week, I threw this dish together because I was in need of a salad that didn’t contain lettuce (because we were out). It was quite a conundrum. Then, I remembered that I had a can of white beans in the pantry and since the salad was accompanying pasta, the Italian vibe would totally work. […]
Fallcakes (Pumpkin Pancakes)
Two words: Pumpkin… Pancakes. Need I say more? Make them because they are so filling and delicious. Make them because it gives you a chance to make up a new word: fallcakes! And if you’re feeling really fall-y, saute up some apples in brown sugar and butter to put on top. It will be like […]
Simple Saturday: Hot Cocoa
It’s our third Simple Saturday on the Fruitful blog! Woohoo! (If you’d like to check out the other two Simple Saturday posts click here: Avocado Toast and Popcorn in a Bag.) I hope these non-recipes have been inspiring you to make some simple snacks and meals. Today, I’ve got a treat for you.
Thankful for Fall
This fall, I’m thankful for many things. I’m thankful to have a great job. I’m thankful to get to see the sun come up (most) mornings. I’m extra thankful for the amazing yellows, oranges, reds and greens that the trees around my apartment are showing off lately.