Sep 30, 2011

Basil Water

Basil infused water is simple, and probably the most refreshing beverage I've ever had.


All I did was put basil in a tea bag and let it sit for a couple hours, I also tossed in some lemon juice to be extra refreshing.





Aug 25, 2011

Quinoa Tabbouleh

I was lucky enough to get a big bag full of veggies from my parents so I am doing a lot of fresh cooking this week.

1 cup parsley
half cup cooked quinoa
half a lemon
a handful of cherry tomatos
half a cucumber
one small onion
some garlic salt
some olive oil


Chop everything up as tiny as you can, and toss in a bowl.
The best, most refreshing salad, and chip topper.
I stuck mine on some pita with falafel.

Aug 18, 2011

Brandy Wine Review

I got some 2 dollar off coupons in the mail and decided to go treat myself to a sandwich at the restaurant that is around the corner from my house. I'd never been in there but I'd heard good things.

The place was empty, the waitress was pleasant, and the food was hugely portioned, quick, and delicious.
I got a portobello sandwich with squash and onions and pesto on top. One of the messiest sandwiches I've ever eaten but it lasted two meals.





I have a couple more coupons so it won't be the last time I visit this place.


Brandywine Restaurant‎
1345 Lake Drive Southeast
Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Aug 16, 2011

Quinoa

My roommate gave me a bag of quinoa and I'd never heard of it, but I cooked it in a pan just like rice and it was nutty and fluffy and I love it!

This dish includes lime juice, black beans, tomatoes, red onion, cabbage, rice wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. It's a perfect light salad to go with anything. (I had it with salmon.)

Next I am going to try quinoa tabbouleh.

Jul 29, 2011

Sushi

I love making sushi, it's healthy, and usually cheaper and more filling than buying it at a restaurant.



All you do it cook some white rice, then put on about 2 tablespoons of rice wine vinegar after dissolving a pinch of sugar in it.



Then you just roll up any kind of veggies you want!

The tray was a project in one of my ceramic classes and it's a two person sushi tray equipped with soy sauce and ginger trays!