35 year old female. Likes to eat, so, likes to cook. Has a handsome almost 6 year old apprentice, who loves when it's time to bake. Lives in Ottawa, always has. Has taught for 12 years. Also has a passion for fitness, latest obsession, Barre classes.
I've always been interested in cooking and baking. My mom is a great cook so I naturally became her nemesis. I remember making her eggs on Sunday morning and getting very upset if I broke the yoke in those over easy eggs. I would say I'm something of an independent force with a touch of it-needs-to-be-perfect, so from there, with lots of trial and error, I learned to navigate the kitchen with ease.
I think if you asked any of my friends about my talents, they would without a doubt make reference to my baking. For me, after a long day, I love to unwind in the kitchen. Due to the fact that I have quite the sweet tooth, I end up baking so that I can indulge! Also, in order to cheer up the staff room, or let someone know you are thinking of them during a rough time why not bake up something fresh?
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| Gingerbread cupcakes |
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| Banana loaf with maple syrup icing |
Life is busy. For all of us. But I believe coming home and cooking something fresh and healthy is important. I guess I can say (toot toot), that I can pretty easily whip up meals without a recipe, with whatever I have in the fridge, and with a few exceptions, I'm pretty proud of what I serve up. I've experimented with quinoa, kale, and all kinds of other super foods. I'd like to say I'm not picky, but let's face it, I am. No mushrooms around here! (Or turnip, too much spice, creamy sauces, cooked carrots, just to name a few) Have I mentioned I love chocolate though?
Don't get me wrong, I do find great inspiration from posts on Facebook, great websites like http://www.skinnytaste.com/ and http://allrecipes.com/. I've even got a great collection of cookbooks that I peruse (when I find the time).You might have also notice a nice glass of white wine (that's Pino Grigio in case you were curious). But really, I'm more of a bright, bold red wine drinker. Merlot? No way!
Am I perfect? Well, it depends who you ask.... but I will let you take a look at what we eat for dinner almost once a week and let you decide:
On that note, Happy Easter to all of you! I hope you were able to enjoy a nice slice of C.A.K.E!! |
| Important note: WHOLE WHEAT chicken fingers |
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| I forgot to mention hours spent on Pinterest. Thanks for this idea! |
