I am very happy to be back home after a long weekend with family. The weather was fantastic with only one evening of torrential rains. I was able to meet my father-in-law's extended family and enjoyed meeting them since most of them had not been able to make it to our wedding over 2 years ago. I especially was happy to see Ryan's grandmother again. She gave me a huge hug around the neck. It sure … [Read more...]
Flautas with Tomatillo Salsa and Pine Nut Crema
From An Opera Singer in the KitchenThe Lord has been wonderful these past 2 days y'all! I mean He is great all the time, but as far as the heat goes, it has been significantly cooler here in New Mexico. I was able to take a nike ride this morning before the peak of the heat could hit this morning. Sometimes it takes me a little longer to get warmed up to a smaller town because it tends to … [Read more...]
BBQ Tempeh Tacos, Red Kale Salad with Sweet Mustard Dressing and Weightloss progress
From An Opera Singer in the KitchenWhat a beautiful Tuesday! How was everyones day and was it sunny like it was here? Sigh...It is wonderful to see how some days are perfect spring days and others are like summery days. Even the tulips have already started blooming and people are fearing that they will not be in perfect bloom for Tulip Time next month. Yikes! We can't have that happen since I have … [Read more...]
Corn Tortilla and Veggie Stacks with Red Pepper Coulis
From An Opera Singer in the KitchenAnother day, another dollar right? I forgot to post my Meatless Monday entree yesterday and then I remembered, "Oh, I am always meatless," ha ha ha. My exercise routine has been out of this world and even despite some gloomy weather. Yesterday I rode my bicycle to the campus gym and worked on the elliptical machine for 30 minutes. I then stretched, did … [Read more...]
Salvadoran cuisine: Pupusas with Tomatillo-Avocado Sauce
From An Opera Singer in the KitchenI continue to relay my success in meal planning this week. Planning meals with a hectic schedule has really really worked and can only thank God for patience and a cool spirit. Yesterday, I kept on thinking I was going to have time to prepare my new dish, but a close rehearsal followed by my second MET HD viewing, proved to be a little tight for me. Ryan went in … [Read more...]
