tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63939479425947738542024-03-13T17:26:52.215-10:00Don't Mind if I DoMegumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.comBlogger67125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-81891920835491279702014-02-05T22:04:00.000-10:002014-02-05T22:07:22.852-10:00DIY: Personalized Mugs (aka Sharpie Mugs)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This is a great little diy project, especially with Valentine's day coming up! You can customize a mug, plate, or any other ceramic dish of your choice and make it really personal for that special someone.<br />
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I know the diy sharpie mug has been around Pinterest a ton lately, but <i>beware, </i>NOT all sharpie mug tutorials work...I searched long and hard for a tried and tested method, and now that I've done the testing myself -- it has been confirmed -- this method really works! (<a href="http://thecozyoldfarmhouse.blogspot.com/2013/10/diy-sharpie-mug-does-it-really-work.html">Here is the tutorial</a> I based mine off of, but I will outline step-by-step how I did my mugs, with added helpful tips)<br />
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Materials you need:<br />
- ceramic mug (or dish), cheap dollar store or Walmart kind works better<br />
- Sharpie <b>oil-based</b> paint marker, available at Michaels or any craft store (make sure it says non-toxic)<br />
- oven<br />
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>> Make sure the mugs are clean and no oil or residue is on it before you start painting. If you want to, as an optional step, clean the mug with alcohol to triple check its cleanliness.<br />
>> I just free-handed my designs right onto the mug with the paint pen, but it's always a good idea to practice or brainstorm your idea on paper. (tip: if you do mess up, not to worry, it really isn't 100% permanent! I found that nail polish remover can actually help to dissolve the paint...however it can get quite messy so only use this as a last resort)<br />
>>When you are done designing your mugs, let them sit and dry, preferably over night~a full 24 hours. It helps to set the paint for the baking process.<br />
>> Place the dried mugs onto a cookie sheet upside down, and set it in the middle rack of the oven. DO NOT preheat the oven! Once the mugs are in, set the temperature to <b>425 degrees F.</b> Start timing 30 minutes <i>once the oven reaches</i> 425. While in the oven it did seem to give off a weird smell, so if you are sensitive, make sure you let the kitchen air out while the mugs are baking. <br />
>> Let the mugs cool <i>in the oven</i> as much as you can before removing them. I just left mine until the oven was completely cool. This is to prevent any cracking from sudden changes in temperature. <br />
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After they were completely cooled, I tested my mugs by lightly scratching it AND hand washing it in warm soapy water, and they seemed to hold up well. I did not, however, put them in the dishwasher -- I was just too scared to...<br />
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The final product:<br />
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And H E L L O big boy hair!<br />
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We cut Kai's little curls off. Even after 3 days, I still miss it. Sure, it was getting too long, too wild, and a tangled mess some days, but those curls were a part of my baby. It's a good thing HE is still the same cute, sweet, quirky boy, because I may just not be able to get over the shock... Someone just tell me that it'll grow back perfectly curly again...and that everything will be ok! haha<br />
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Here's a little tribute to those lost locks...<br />
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<br />Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com77tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-65195196203981461102014-01-28T06:42:00.003-10:002014-01-28T06:42:44.288-10:00Baked Spinach Dip Mini BitesIt's time for another recipe! yaaaay -- There are actually a lot of recipes I've been wanting to share but I just haven't had the time. I'll be posting them one by one as I make them and take delicious-looking pictures of the finished product.<br />
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Lately I've been liking the quick and easy recipes, that are both simple and of course delicious! This recipe is just that - super easy to make and super yummy. I made these for a night-in with the girls, and they were a hit. Hope you'll give them a try!<br />
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Note: This recipe is also so versatile. One of my favorite appetizers is spinach and artichoke dip with crackers or crispy pita chips, so I made a variation on these and added chopped up marinated artichoke hearts. SO yummy! I have also tried this with crostini mushrooms sauteed with the spinach (that ended up being my FAVORITE). I think bacon will be yummy too. Feel free to share what combination of deliciousness you can come up with!<br />
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Spinach Dip Mini Bites<br />
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1 can crescent roll dough <br />
Mini muffin pan (makes 24) <br />
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Baby spinach, coarsely chopped (about 2 cups)<br />
1 Tbsp olive oil <br />
1 tsp minced garlic <br />
4 oz cream cheese, softened<br />
1/2 cup sour cream<br />
1/8 tsp ground red pepper<br />
1/8 tsp sea salt <br />
2 tsp grated parmesan cheese<br />
1/2 cup shredded mozarella cheese<br />
**optional: marinated artichoke hears OR baby bella/crostini mushrooms<br />
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1. Preheat oven to 350F. Spray non-stick cooking spray on the muffin tin, unless you have a non stick pan then it should be fine. Unwrap the dough and take apart the pre-cut triangles. Cut each triangle into 3 equal size pieces. This part takes a bit getting used to, but now take those smaller triangles and fold the longer side onto itself and just seal the edges together to make a cone/cup shape (think about making a cone birthday hat). Take each dough "cone" and press into the bottom and up the sides of the muffin cup, while manipulating the dough to make a nice shape using your fingers. Once all 24 cups are made, set aside in the fridge until it's ready to fill.<br />
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2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the spinach until wilted, then add the garlic, and stir/cook for another minute or so. (**IF adding mushrooms, sautee the mushroom first then add the spinach and garlic). Take off of heat.<br />
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3. In a medium bowl, mix together softened cream cheese, sour cream, cooked spinach/garlic, red pepper powder, sea salt, and parmesan cheese, until well combined. (**if desired, add chopped artichokes here) <br />
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4. With a small spoon (I used two baby spoons), scoop ~1 tsp of the filling into each cup. Top each cup with a pinch of mozarella cheese. Bake for about 15 minutes or until edges are golden brown and top is bubbly. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before taking them out of the muffin pan. Best served warm.<br />
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Bon Apetit! <br />
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You must all be thinking "FINALLY!"...or "that's <strike>a little </strike> really late..."<br />
I started writing his birth story MONTHS ago, but I just never had the chance to finish it. Since this little chunker turns 9 months today, what better time to post about the day he came into this world (after being in the womb for 9 months)? -- nine in, nine out...get it? -- <br />
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I seriously couldn't hold back tears as I was looking through these pictures. Such precious moments and such priceless memories...(hint: skip to the pictures, they are the best part)<br />
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At one of my last prenatal appointments, my doctor suggested that I schedule an induction, "just in case" my baby didn't come early. My babies never come early, so I wasn't expecting this one to either. Sure enough the day before my induction day came, and nothing...no baby, no contractions, not even dilated....I was a bit frustrated and disappointed, as I wanted this one to "come on his own." With my previous pregnancies/deliveries going the way they did, I was okay with another induction though. I packed my things, got ready for the birthing center, and off I went - by myself -- which we also <i>planned</i> <i>out</i> because of our two other ones that needed looking after. The agreement was, hubby will come when things started to progress. Roughly 11:30 PM, they place the cervidil and the waiting began. Next day rolls around, still no baby and still not much progression. I told Chad to take his time getting the kids ready and don't rush, while in my impatient head I'm thinking, "isn't the 3rd supposed to just come right out?" ...but this one was stubborn too.<br />
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Finally noon comes and goes. By this time, I'm thinking to myself, this baby is coming out <i>today!</i> whether he likes it or not...(I know, I was a little selfish by that point, but can you blame me after 3 inductions??) I was hoping that he would come without pitocin, just as my <b>second</b> did but the clock was ticking and I didn't want to be "in labor" for over 30 hours like my <b>first</b>...so I called the doctor in and asked her what was next. She knew how I felt about pitocin so she was patient in waiting with me until that point, but since labor wasn't progressing on its own fast enough, she advised me that that would be next best option. She started a low dosage of pitocin and shortly after, my water broke! Things didn't go as quick as I had hoped even after that, but it was progressing. At this point pretty much everyone was at the birthing center in anticipation of this baby coming. By late afternoon, I was dilated to about a 9-10 and Dr. Moore determined that I could start pushing around 7 PM. My baby didn't come until 8:22 PM...so as you can imagine, it was a long and tiring process from the time I started to push until he decided that he was ready. But wow was he worth it! My baby angel came into the world at a whopping 9 pounds 3.8 ounces and was welcomed by his loving brothers, dad, uncle, aunts, and cousin. He was and continues to be a huge blessing in our little family. Not a day goes by that I don't thank Heavenly Father for sending this precious spirit to us. His smile alone melts my soul completely. We love our Kona Liam. <br />
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I want to give a special thanks - to my little sister who came all the way from Vancouver to be there for me through this process. She took care of my boys, along with her own, being 2 months pregnant herself, AND she even documented this momentous day by taking these photos. Yoko, you are amazing.<br />
ALSO to my kind and loving husband, who supported me through the pregnancy and was there as much as he could through labor. Just having him there gave me the courage and strength when I didn't think I could go on. Love you, babe, you are my rock.<br />
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AND to my Kona baby, even if you made us wait and wait and wait, we love you more than words can express. You make our family more complete and filled a void in it we didn't even know existed....<br />
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This was such a perfect family outing. the one "fall"-ish thing we have done as a family this season. Temperature-wise, it didn't feel quite like the fall I'm used to but it was still nice. The petting zoo was the kids' favorite part, even the scared-of-all-moving-creatures Kai went up to the baby goats and fed them food. Fall is definitely my favorite season. </div>
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Want to see more of our family's fall activities? pumpkin carving - <a href="http://megumimarisphotography.blogspot.com/2013/11/jack-o-lantern.html">HERE</a>.Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com41tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-2150650102343233882013-10-31T07:34:00.001-10:002013-10-31T20:10:56.780-10:00Halloween 2013<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
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Easy DIY Toy Story costumes for my kiddos this year! Since Kai learned how to talk, it's always been "Kaikai Woody, Noa Buzz!" I couldn't think of more perfect characters for them to be. </div>
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One of my goals while the Hubs has been away has been to have a "fun
activity" with the kids every day. It is a challenge to constantly have
the kids be entertained especially with their varying interests and
their differing mental and physical capabilities (even though they are
so close in age). We normally read books, go to the park, do puzzles
together, sing songs, go swimming, go on walks, and watch movies, but sometimes it's
nice to do something a little different and <i>change things up </i>for
them. Yeah, play dough - creative, I know...It's something that they've
certainly played with before and are familiar with, but they hadn't done
it in a while AND I've been wanting to <i>make it myself</i> for a
while now. Well, it was a hit with the littles and so easy to make! Not
to mention how it's practically edible, made of things found only in
your kitchen, so no worry of accidental ingestion (especially when it's vanilla scented!) or having it around
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combine well. *vanilla and food coloring may be added here* Cook over
LOW heat, stirring <i>constantly </i>using a wooden spoon or spatula. Once the dough starts to pull off
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What are some of the activities you like to do with your kids?<br />
How do you keep them entertained??? <br />
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This is a special weekend for us in the <a href="http://lds.org/">LDS faith</a>. It is our <a href="http://www.lds.org/general-conference/watch?lang=eng">General Conference</a> where we hear from our Prophet and leaders of our Church. Special occasions call for special cookies, and baking time with my little buddy. [Best cookie recipe ever from <a href="http://dontmindifidoblog.blogspot.com/2012/07/my-go-to-cookie-recipe-pudding-cookies.html">this post</a>.]<br />
I invite those who want to know more about what the mormons believe, please <a href="http://www.lds.org/general-conference/watch?lang=eng">watch with us</a>!<br />
Happy conference weekend!Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-22648843028656426992013-09-26T08:06:00.001-10:002013-09-26T08:06:19.508-10:00Our not so little family.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you care to see, our family pictures taken by my amazing sister is up on the photography blog <<a href="http://megumimarisphotography.blogspot.com/2013/09/our-not-so-little-family.html">HERE</a>> <br />
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Our camping trip to beautiful Higgins Lake was short and sweet. It was
just long enough to experience nature and do the camp activities, but
short enough that we didn't come back looking like mountain men/women/children. Our kids had a blast being outdoors and doing all the
"camp-y" things. Everything was so exciting to them, from tubing to
campfires to late-night s'mores. Definitely will be making it a Maris family tradition. Enjoy what little images I was able to capture of this trip with my iphone.</div>
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Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-76847849486355713602013-07-10T09:20:00.001-10:002013-07-31T18:05:16.814-10:00The Maris' do LA.I havent been able to post much on here because of our move. Adjusting to life with 3 kids has been more amazing than we could have imagined but also much more work than we expected. On top of all that our MacBook decides to not work any more...and it took everything i was working on with it...we will find out if everything can be restored to its original condition by the end of this week. Until then I can't post the photos I've been working on. Yeah, bummer. Sooo in the meantime let me tell you about our most recent trip. The one we just got back from yesterday :)<br />
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Our 2 day trip to Cali was a much needed break for both Chad and I. A break from the desert heat and also hard manual work for Chad. Just to be able to get away and spend time alone anywhere would have been nice, but to be able to vaca in California was more than I could have ever asked for. We took the baby but left the older two with chads parents, and Kona slept most of the trip and was such a trooper! </div>
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This is how the Maris' do LA....captured by my iPhone.</div>
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Huntington Beach pier and surf // Kona chillin // Koreatown // Beverly Soon Tofu House (as seen on Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown) // Kona drivin // Little Tokyo // Pitfire Pizza Company with friends // Kona chillin again // Kogi BBQ truck (also seen on AB show and Foodnetwork) // Chick-Fil-A peach milkshake and my hunk of a road trip buddy // the burning sunset, literally </div>
Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-62468473869046290602013-04-24T23:18:00.001-10:002013-04-24T23:18:36.045-10:00Introducing...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We love him.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">// His birth story post is in the works.</span>Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-38093337741415759972013-04-15T00:10:00.001-10:002013-04-15T00:16:07.158-10:00Oh Happy day.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This is our future grad, but we have a real university graduate on our hands - as of yesterday. <br />
We are all so proud of him!! Chad works so hard for all of us and has always had our future as his number one priority. I love that about him. Our boys are lucky to have such a good example. We still have a long way to go til we get to our "final" destination, but we will enjoy every step, every challenge and milestone in between.<br />
>>We love you, Daddy! Thanks for all you do for us. xoxo<br />
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<br />Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-27208167439046401552013-04-03T00:26:00.001-10:002013-04-03T00:26:59.154-10:00Pesto Chicken Sandwich [PLUS] Two Delicious Soups.I haven't posted a recipe in a while...I feel like I've been stuck in a rut lately. BUT when my <a href="http://www.mustardmeyellow.christalbridge.com/">Bestie</a> came to visit last month, we just had to cook together, just like the old days. I guess you could say that lifted me right out of my "rut" >> and so you get THREE delicious recipes, not just one.<br />
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If you are looking for a quick delicious lunch option, look no further than this pesto chicken sandwich - on a french baguette with avocado, fresh mozzarella and baby arugula. YUM. I'm drooling just typing this up. This is how you make it:<br />
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- 2 small-med chicken breasts, cooked and shredded<br />
- 1/2 cup basil pesto, the fresher the better<br />
- 1/4 cup greek yogurt<br />
- 1/4 cup mayo, optional<br />
- Salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste <br />
- 1 baguette, cut into 3 pieces<br />
- fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced ~1/4" thick<br />
- sliced Roma tomatoes<br />
- baby arugula<br />
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced<br />
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Mix up chicken, pesto, yogurt, mayo, and salt/pepper in a medium size bowl.<br />
Serve sandwiches on toasted baguette layered with arugula, tomato, mozzarella, chicken and avocado. Slather extra pesto right on the baguette for added flavor. <br />
Enjoy the sandwich by itself, or with one of the soup options below...<br />
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SOUP option #1: <br />
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<u>Wisconsin Cauliflower Soup </u><br />
It's creamy, velvety, and pairs perfectly with this lovely, fresh sandwich!<br />
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-2 tablespoons butter</div>
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-1 medium onion, chopped<br />
-1/4 cup all-purpose flour<br />
-1/2 teaspoon salt<br />
-1 can evaporated milk* - or double the regular milk<br />
-1/2 cup regular milk* </div>
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-2 cups chicken broth* </div>
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-1 ~ 2 cups water*(to desired thickness)<br />
-1 head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch pieces<br />
-1 teaspoon Dijon mustard<br />
-1 cup shredded cheddar cheese<br />
-1/2 ~ 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese</div>
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-Bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional) </div>
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In 4-quart saucepan, melt margarine or butter over medium heat. Add
onion and cook until golden, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in flour and salt; cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Gradually
stir in milk, chicken broth, and 1 cup water (add the rest later adjusting to desired thickness); add cauliflower and
heat to boiling over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low; cover and simmer
until cauliflower is tender, about 10 minutes. In blender (with center
part of blender cover removed to allow steam to escape, but cover with
papertowel/cloth to avoid splashing of hot liquids), blend
cauliflower mixture at low speed in small batches until very smooth.
Return cauliflower mixture to saucepan; heat over medium heat until hot,
stirring occasionally. Remove saucepan from heat; stir in mustard and <i>
slowly</i> add 1
1/2 cups cheese until melted and smooth. Optional: Garnish soup with remaining
cheese and crumbled bacon.</div>
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SOUP option #2<br />
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<u>Tuscan Tomato Soup</u><br />
Use up the left-over pesto in this favorite soup of mine! <br />
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- 2 Tbsp olive oil<br />
- 1 onion, diced<br />
- 2 (14.5-oz) cans diced tomatoes<br />
- 1 1/2 cups chicken stock<br />
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream, I sometimes substitute evaporated milk or just regular milk<br />
- 1/2 cup basil pesto <br />
- Salt and Pepper, to taste<br />
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Heat oil in a medium soup pot. Add onions and cook over med-low heat until translucent. Add tomatoes and chicken stock, bring to a simmer. Allow to
simmer for about 15 minutes. Add pesto.<br />
Blend to desired consistency in a food processor or blender. Return to pot. Add cream or milk, then adjust seasoning to taste with salt and pepper. Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-83335865340001154942013-03-26T17:28:00.000-10:002013-03-28T10:01:17.520-10:00An Anniversary.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Thanks to some fabulous friends and family, we were able to have the best anniversary weekend we could have ever dreamed of...kids-free. It's been a long time since we have been able to spend just a few hours with each other without interruptions for diaper-changes or temper tantrums, let alone a whole night or an entire day. We are so grateful and appreciative of the people who made this weekend possible. I feel so blessed. and loved. </div>
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Marriage hasn't and won't always be easy...but with my man, it's always going to be worth it. Every hardship and speedbump. Every time I'm in need of a pick-me-up, he knows how to cheer me up and make me smile. He knows exactly what I need every time it counts. So to my one-and-only, the love of my life, and my better half: Thank you for always being by my side, supporting me, loving me. I love you more than life.</div>
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My birthday was a day I was not particularly looking forward to because I was turning a year older...
another year closer to the age 30...but it was a day that I was going
to get to spend with my boys, all. day. long. SO it was worth waking up
for. It started with an early morning car ride to Dillingham Ranch,
where the much anticipated Warrior Dash was taking place. On the way there, we
counted more than 5 rainbows, even a set of <i>double</i> rainbows. It was shaping up to be a great day.<br />
We knew to expect a little mud, a lot of people in crazy costumes, and people in costumes covered in mud... but the added downpour that morning put the muddiness of the whole event up to a whole new level - as in for us, the spectators. It was the sticky, build up on your shoes and stroller wheels kind of mud. Once the race was over, and after a complete shower down at the beach park, it was off to town.<br />
We ate, shopped, and ate some more. The kids were wiped out by the end of the day. Delicious food, fun time with my boys, town date, and shopping - the best kind of day I could have ever asked for. Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-65822326048806884752013-02-16T16:59:00.002-10:002013-02-16T16:59:49.163-10:00Chocolate cake with a name I can't pronounce. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This decadent, rich, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate cake is called Gateau au Chocolat Fondant de Nathalie...yeah, it's French. And it tastes as fancy as it sounds. My friend (that lives in France, of course) from <a href="http://www.coconutsandcardamom.com/">Coconuts&Cardamom</a> posted this recipe a little while ago and I was determined to try it for a special occasion. What better occasion than the chocolate-lover's holiday, Valentine's Day? This recipe did not disappoint. It really is one of the best chocolate cakes I have ever had/made. It is like a dark, gooey brownie meets a rich, moist chocolate cake. The one thing that was surprising was how easy and fast it was to make. You have to give it a try!<br />
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Gateau au Chocolat Fondant de Nathalie<br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">(original recipe found<a href="http://www.coconutsandcardamom.com/gateau-au-chocolat-fondant-de-nathalie-aka-best-chocolate-cake-ever/"> here on C&C</a>)</span><br />
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7 ounces best-quality dark chocolate<br />7 ounces unsalted European-style butter (the high-butterfat kind, I used Challenge European Style butter), cut into ½-inch cubes<br />1⅓ cup granulated sugar<br />5 large eggs, room temperature<br />1 Tbs unbleached all-purpose flour<br />
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to 375 degrees Fahrenheit, butter an 8-inch round cake pan. Line the base
of the pan with parchment, and butter again. </li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Chop the
chocolate and melt gently with the butter in a double boiler. I used a glass bowl placed over a pan of simmering water on the stove. Once melted and smooth, add the sugar to the chocolate-butter
mixture and stir until combined. Set aside to cool for a few moments.</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Add the eggs one by one, stirring well after each egg, and then add the flour. The batter should be smooth.</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Pour batter into
the buttered cake pan and bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until
the center of the cake looks set and the top is shiny and a bit
crackled. A tooth pick entered will not come out completely clean, but batter should not be too wet.</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Let the cake cool
in its pan for 10 minutes; then carefully remove the cake and allow to cool completely. (the cake <i>will</i> deflate)</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Serve in wedges slightly warm or at room temperature, sprinkled with powdered sugar or served with a dollop of fresh whipped cream drizzled with caramel sauce (shown below). </li>
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February, the month of love, is already at its halfway mark. It's been a fabulous month, but its going by way too fast. It's my birthday month (oh, one year older, no biggie, right?)....and Valentine's Day has come and gone already.<br />
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I had a fabulous day with my 3 loves. a very low-key kind of day. I woke up to a delicious breakfast smoothie made especially for me by my (non)kitchen-savvy chef of a husband, and the cutest hugs and kisses from the tiniest hands and lips. The best way to start the day, don't you think? The Hubs was gone all day at school, while I got to chill with my littlest baker buddy. We finished the day off with a delicious meal followed by this decadent chocolate cake. just perfect.<br />
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How did you spend your Valentine? <br />
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fyi: Recipe for this decadent treat to follow..... tomorrow...so stay tuned!Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-62149726209578567082013-02-10T23:52:00.000-10:002013-02-10T23:52:06.584-10:00Homemade Cinnamon Rolls.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Doesn't this look heavenly? Believe me, they are just as if not more delicious than they look. This one is a must-try. <br />
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Clone of a Cinnabon<br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">(adapted from <a href="http://allrecipes.com/recipe/clone-of-a-cinnabon/">this recipe</a>) </span><br />
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1 cup warm milk (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)<br />
2 eggs, room temperature<br />
1/3 cup butter, melted<br />
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted<br />
1 teaspoon salt<br />
1/2 cup white sugar<br />
2 1/2 teaspoons yeast </div>
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1 cup packed brown sugar</div>
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2 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon</div>
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1/3 cup butter, softened</div>
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4 ounces of cream cheese, softened</div>
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1/4 cup butter, softened</div>
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1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar</div>
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract</div>
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1/8 teaspoon salt</div>
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<li>In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk. Mix in the sugar then let it sit for 5-10 min, until bubbles start to form. Add the melted butter, salt, and eggs, mix well. Sift the flour and add it to the mixture. </li>
<li>Knead the dough into a ball, but don't over work it. Cover, and let dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.</li>
<li>While dough sits, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. </li>
<li>Once dough rises, roll it into a 16x21 inch
rectangle on a lightly floured surface. (helpful tip: put plastic wrap on the counter to prevent the dough from
sticking. It works like a charm!)</li>
<li>Spread softened butter over dough and sprinkle the sugar and cinnamon mixture evenly. </li>
<li>Roll up dough and cut into 12 equal pieces. About 1.5-2 inches wide.</li>
<li>Place rolls in lightly greased/parchment lined 9x13 inch baking dish, about 1-2
inches apart. Cover and let rise until nearly doubled in size. Preheat
oven to 400 F.</li>
<li>For frosting, combine cream cheese, 1/4 cup butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract and salt in a small bowl. Mix well. </li>
<li>BAKE rolls in preheated oven until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Spread with frosting.<br />
Enjoy the BEST cinnamon rolls ever, period.</li>
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Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-69831456984118595732013-02-02T08:39:00.001-10:002013-02-02T08:45:59.213-10:00Pear Bavarian Torte.Absent doesn't even begin to describe what kind of blogger I have been lately. My apologies. Life, as usual has been, well...hectic, chaotic and just plain busy...and <i>I </i>have been fatigued, passive, and more or less unmotivated. I am hoping that this change in weather will do the trick, but no promises.<br />
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Here is a repeat recipe. The pear bavarian torte I had made once before and blogged about is no where to be found in the archives, so here it is again. Maybe this time you'll give it a try! ;) I love this recipe, so easy but delicious and somewhat more sophisticated than your average apple tart or pie. enjoy.<br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">(adapted from <a href="http://allrecipes.com/recipe/philly-bavarian-apple-torte/">this apple torte recipe</a>)</span><br />
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1/2 cup room temperature butter<br />
1 cup sugar, divided<br />
1 cup flour<br />
1 (250g) package cream cheese<br />
1 egg<br />
1/2 tsp vanilla<br />
1/2 tsp cinnamon<br />
3 ripe Bartlett pears<br />
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<li><span class="plaincharacterwrap break">Heat oven to
425 degrees F. Beat butter and 1/3 cup of the sugar in small bowl with
electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add flour; mix
well. Spread onto bottom and 1 inch up side of lightly greased 9-inch springform pan.</span></li>
<li><span class="plaincharacterwrap break">Beat cream
cheese and 1/3 cup of the remaining sugar in same bowl with electric
mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
Spread evenly over crust. Combine remaining 1/3 cup sugar and the
cinnamon. Add sugar mixture to pears in a bowl, and toss to coat. Arrange over cream
cheese layer, adding as little of the liquid as possible.</span></li>
<li><span class="plaincharacterwrap break">Bake for 10 min, then reduce temperature to 375 degrees F and continue baking 25 min, or until
center is set. Cool on wire rack. Loosen torte from rim of pan. Cover
and refrigerate 3 hours before serving. Store any leftovers in
refrigerator.</span></li>
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for more from Our Family Photos 2012, go <a href="http://megumimarisphotography.blogspot.com/2013/01/family-pictures.html">HERE</a>.Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6393947942594773854.post-28889600779237056612012-12-25T10:50:00.000-10:002012-12-26T10:51:30.832-10:00Merry Christmas.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Wishing you all peace, love and joy this holiday season!<br />
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The older I get, the faster time seems to fly. I can't believe it's half way into November and approaching the end of the year already...didn't we just have Halloween? And wasn't it just summer not too long ago?<br />
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It seems like yesterday, I was holding my precious newborn babies wondering what life would be like when they could walk, talk, play, and sing. Those days I have been dreaming about seems to be passing by just as fast as they have been approaching and a part of me is scared. a little anxious. a lot excited. Mommyhood has been a blessing and a trial...the hardest thing and the best thing that has ever happened to me. <br />
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My little ones, as you grow up, please remember, that mommy has and will always love you. Be there for you and with you every step of the way. Cry with you, laugh with you, learn and grow with you.<br />
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I love you...<br />
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to the moon and back. Megumihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06294152003015540374noreply@blogger.com2