Smoked Kielbalsa and White Bean Stew

I’ve started taking public transit almost exclusively. If I’m not on the train, I’m using my legs. It’s been equal parts refreshing and frustrating. It’s only been about a month. Nice, albeit cool and windy, weather helps. I hate having to plan my day around 

Beet, White Bean, and Tuna Salad

This is one of those close your eyes, and hope for the best kind of things. I get lazy sometimes, real lazy. Allie and I were talking recently about how it’s totally normal to stand in front of the fridge, door open, and just eat things 

Coconut Lentil Soup

Currently in holiday euphoria over here — locally made eggnog [liquid gold!] and a chewy molasses ginger cookie from Cougar Mountain Baking Company. This was my first, and definitely not last, time trying out these cookies. They’re quite possibly the best store bought cookie I’ve ever had