Praying for a Breakthrough?
I had just finished reading a book about the Psalms before Mark and I set out on our morning walk. The author had described a game he plays with his wife when they hike. One of them would point out something in nature, for example, moss. Then the other would think of what that piece […]
New Paths
Sometime last year, during one of the sudden, violent, thunderstorms that we occasionally experience in Texas, a small tree crashed across a path in our beloved park. Getting around it was no easy task. Waist-high, thick, scratchy, bull thistle and burclover attacked us as we circumnavigated begrudgingly. “Surely, someone will bring a chainsaw and clear […]
Dark Chocolate Pudding
Dark Chocolate Pudding 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 3 tablespoons cornstarch dash of salt 1/3 cup honey 2 cups milk 1 teaspoon vanilla Directions: Combine cocoa, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Whisk in honey and milk over medium heat. Continue whisking and heating until pudding is thick, smooth and just starting to boil – […]
Baked Salmon Cakes
Ingredients: 2 cups dry instant brown rice (or 3 cups cooked regular brown rice) 1 15oz can salmon (skin and large bones removed) (or 3 5oz pouches) 3 eggs 1/2 cup minced green bell pepper 1/2 cup minced onion 1/2 cup minced celery 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 1/2 Tablespoons creole […]
Blueberry Lemon Scones
Back in grad school, my sweet classmate rewarded me with these for teaching one of her kitchen labs. They’ve been a favorite of mine ever since. Note: This Recipe was slightly modified from Cookie & Kate, which was mildly adapted from Chocolate & Carrots. Ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour 1 tablespoon baking powder […]
Gratefulness is Worship
Is there a better family movie than The Sound of Music? Highly doubtful. We recently experienced its delightfulness along with four of our granddaughters. The first time Maria joins the Van Trap family for a meal, she reminds them of our fundamental moral imperative: to be truly thankful for the food we receive. Fundamental because […]
Perfect Baked Beets
Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Wash but don’t peel a bunch of beets. Cut off greens and save for sauteing. Dry beets with paper towel and rub with olive oil. Place in a casserole dish and cover. Bake 60 minutes. Let cool slightly, then rub gently with paper towels and skins will just fall […]
Southwest Chicken Wraps
Ingredients: 3 cups chopped, cooked chicken 8 oz fresh salsa (you could use picante sauce, but it won’t be as yummie) 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided 1 can (14.5 oz) black beans, drained 8 whole wheat flour tortillas 1 medium tomato 1 cup shredded lettuce 1 […]
Angel Hair Pasta with Chicken
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into cubes 1 carrot sliced diagonally into 1/4 in. pieces (fresh or frozen) 10 oz frozen broccoli florets, thawed (or fresh) 2 cloves garlic (minced) 12 oz. whole grain angel hair pasta 2/3 cup chicken broth 1 tsp dried basil 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese Directions: Heat […]
The Farm on my Doorstep
Every Wednesday I have to resist the urge to run out and hug my Farmhouse delivery guy! We began with a small bushel every other week and have loved it so much we just can’t get enough. We are up to two large bushels every week – and honestly, we’re talking about three. […]