We have been enjoying our summer so far even though it has flown by! Can you believe we have not even been to the beach yet? We are going this week and I cannot wait to see our girls reaction to the whole experience.We have been doing a lot of park runs exploring all things having to do with nature. Julianne and I have been having little dates since baby Kathleen has come into our lives. She has … [Read more...]
Mujaddara with Cucumber Tomato Mint Relish
From An Opera Singer in the KitchenCan I get some Lebanese or Syrian food? This is probably one of my favorite cuisines but one I do not often try or remember to make. Last week I was craving lentils, perhaps because my body wanted either protein or iron, but in either case, I listened and quickly prepared a meal that was filling, delicious and all together nutritious.Ryan cannot stand lentils or … [Read more...]
Split Red Lentils with Basmati Rice and Daikon Relish
From An Opera Singer in the KitchenWhat a most spectacular day! Ryan has been busy with school assignments and Holland Chorale so we were not able to play racquetball today but I was able to ride my bike to the library and back home in 40 minutes and then I danced for 20 minutes. How about burning 430 calories?? There is nothing like taking a nice bike ride on a cool sunny … [Read more...]
