I struggle hard with gift giving. There are very rare occasions that I really nail it... but it's almost never on someone's birthday or around Christmas. This year I agonized over presents for my family. My mom always tells me not to get her anything (classic). So I'm left guessing. I know she genuinely doesn't… Continue reading Cranberry Orange Bread for Christmas
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Mushroom Herb Gravy and Car Shopping
Holy fuck you guys. I bought a new car just in the nick of time. It's a fucking winter wonderland out there, and I am fully prepared with a car that has working heat (and a fully functional engine that doesn't threaten to stop at any given moment). Hallelujah! I bought a purple Honda Fit,… Continue reading Mushroom Herb Gravy and Car Shopping
Farro Squash Risotto
Last weekend I went to this amazing Asian market in Minneapolis called United Noodles. A friend of mine had been meaning to take me there since he found out about my mochi obsession a few months ago. So we made an afternoon of it. As we walked into the store, he immediately grabbed a cart… Continue reading Farro Squash Risotto
Homemade Mashed Potatoes and Vacation Brain
I'm going on vacation today, but my brain has been turned off for at least 2 days. It makes everything more difficult. My patience is wearing thin (and, let's be real, it's not great to begin with). I was up late last night frantically packing, because it's impossible for me to plan ahead. I also… Continue reading Homemade Mashed Potatoes and Vacation Brain
Tiny Ass Kitchen 