AuburnChick's Adventures

Happy Wednesday and thanks for visiting my blog today!

If you’ve been here very long, you know that Wednesdays are when I answer Joyce’s questions and travel around blog world to see how others responded to them.

So, without further ado, here we go!

1. June 10th is National Herbs and Spices Day. Besides salt and pepper what herb or spice container do you reach for most often? Is there a spice you truly dislike? What’s a recent dish you made that called for more than salt and pepper?  

My spice racks are a situation, y’all. Last summer, I pulled everything out and organized them. I discovered multiple bottles of the same spice. I have them grouped in similar flavor pallets because I cook a variety of dishes.

I find myself reaching for cumin quite often. Turmeric runs a close second.

A spice I’m not fond of is fennel. I actually avoid recipes that call for it.

A recent recipe I’ve made that called for more than salt and pepper was this – The Best Vegan Lasagna Soup. It was delicious!

2.  It’s been said ‘variety is the spice of life’…in what way is this true for you? Elaborate. 

As mentioned in my previous answer, I cook a variety of dishes. As a vegan, I like to explore different flavor combinations. I peruse Instagram for new-to-me recipes, and I have quite a few vegan cookbooks in my cabinet. I actually enjoy cooking for myself more than eating out because most restaurants do not offer a variety (if any) of vegan options.

3. What’s something in your life that adds ‘spice’(excitement, intensity) even if also comes with challenge or unpredictability? 

This was a difficult question for me because I like for my life to be calm and predictable.

I guess I could say that being the mama of adult children adds excitement and intensity, sprinkled with challenge and unpredictability. The Mr. and I are pretty settled, so when one of the kiddos says they are coming to visit, we get moving and rearrange a whole lot of stuff to make things happen.

As far as challenging, again, going back to having adult children, learning how to communicate with my kiddos and adjust to their boundaries has been interesting.

I especially appreciate the candor that has grown between my daughter and myself. We had a tough time when she was a teenager, so the open and honest conversations and our efforts to navigate through them with grace have been exhausting and rewarding.

4. If you could instantly master one skill or hobby, what would it be and why? 

A hobby I worked hard on last Fall was crocheting. I’m not as good with it as I am knitting, but I pushed through, even as I was fighting through the pain of my shoulder injuries, to make several hats.

Being more accomplished in this hobby would give me more enjoyment in the process.

5. We’re halfway through the year…what’s one book, movie, or activity you’ve loved this year that you’d recommend to others? 

A non-activity that’s been a staple in my life these past six months has been rest. Coming off of my December surgery and dealing with the lingering effects of that led me to cherish hours of rest. Instead of running errands on Saturdays, I’ve stayed in my pajamas. I rush home from work or physical therapy and jump into my pajamas. It’s been blissful.

6. Insert your own random thought here. 

I’ve been trying healthy drink recipes (non-alcoholic) the last few weeks, and I have the following one queued up next. I found the recipe on Instagram.

I love pickles, and I know pickle juice is very hydrating, so we shall see how this turns out.

What are your thoughts? Would you be willing to try it if someone made it for you?

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Do you like “reality” TV?

I’ve been a fan of one of the originals, Survivor, since it first aired back in September 2000.

I think I’ve only missed one or two seasons along the way.

Season 48 just concluded, and expectations are already being raised for Season 50, which will include a cast comprised of past players. I’ve read that there are a couple of players from Season 49, which won’t actually air until this Fall. A lot of people are up in arms about that!

The roster for Season 50 is already out, and I have to admit that my memory has failed me on some of the players.

As a result, I’ve decided to go back from the beginning and rewatch every season.

I expect it will take awhile, but I’m excited about it. The chance to refresh my memory and watch how the franchise has evolved should be fun.

I began Season 1 last Thursday, and let me tell you, I’ve been giggling a lot.

Watching Jeff man-splain tree mail and tribal council has left me shaking my head. I guess back then, new viewers were cropping up each week – people who hadn’t necessarily been tuning in – so he felt the need to explain every single thing – every single episode.

The videography and audio remind me a little of home movies.

The first immunity challenge was a far cry and much easier than what it’s become in recent times.

I noticed during Episode 3 of the first season. During tribal council, when Jeff was asking them questions (very easy compared to nowadays), whoever had the floor held a conch shell.

Like really? This is something a teacher would do in class.

Y’all, I just cannot. Lol!

This show has definitely become a much bigger production over the years.

Watching Richard Hatch play again has been interesting now given how the game has changed over the years. I won’t spoil things for you, but his name, along with a few others’ is legendary.

I miss crusty Rudy, salty Sue, and devious Kelly.

I’m looking forward to seeing Boston Rob and Parvati on there thing.

I can’t wait to watch the season where contestants are placed in the Outback.

I know I’ll be sad when I watch players doing their thing knowing that they have passed away since being on the show.

It’s going to be an interesting walk down memory lane.

What about you? Are you planning on doing a reboot? Have you ever gone back and rewatched seasons to prepare for a new one?

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Good Monday morning (or afternoon or evening, depending on when you’re reading this).

I hope you had a lovely weekend.

I was certainly ready for it. Work is starting to pick up, so by Friday, I was happy to clock out for the week.

When I got home, I blended up a new summer drink I’d seen a recipe for on Instagram.

I ordered the hibiscus flowers from Amazon.

This drink is tart! Wowsa!

Straining this was not fun. I think I’ll juice my lemons and ginger next time. I was also surprised that it didn’t call for added sweetener. Once I tasted it, I realized that it wasn’t needed. That’s a win in my book!

Friday evening, the hubby and watched college baseball. Teams are in the super regional playoffs, and Auburn is hosting. We are so proud of our team. It is doing so well this year!

The game didn’t start until 7, and because of the rain delay, it went late. I had to go to bed before it was over, but when I got up the next morning, I read that we’d lost in extra innings. Boo. 😔

Saturday morning, I got up before 6 to watch the women’s finals of the French Open.

This has been an exciting tournament!

I’m thankful for the TV that is mounted on the wall beside my desk. I keep it on sports events during the summer while in-person traffic is slower.

The women’s final was incredible and oh so close.

I’m so happy for Coco and her team! 🇺🇸

Saturday afternoon, I attended a baby shower for a friend’s daughter, who is expecting twins in a few months. The Mr. stayed home to nurse his cold.

I love this dress. I got it last year from Amazon. It even has pockets!

On the way to the baby shower, I stopped by the library to pick up this book, which is placed on hold. I’ve found that it’s easier to place a book on hold and let the library staff pull the book for me than me going, hunting for what I want on the shelves, and then checking it out. Call me lazy. I’ll own it.

I had seen something on Instagram about the woman written about in this book, so I knew I had to read more. I’ll start on this after I finish this one, which is on my Kindle . . .

While I was out celebrating the new mama1to-be, Auburn was losing a must-win game. Guess they won’t be going to Omaha this year. We are a little broken hearted. 💔

Saturday evening, we watched The Accountant. The second movie was just released, but since I hadn’t seen the first one, we had to start with that.

It stars Ben Affleck, and I’ve gotta say that I really like him in this movie. His portrayal of a man with Asperger is touching (the movie is kind of violent though, so there’s that).

I woke up around 7:30 Sunday morning to rain, and five minutes later, the power went out! Yikes!

It didn’t seem like it was a strong storm, but this is what I saw when I let Gambit out.

I’d already decided to stay home from church given my upcoming surgery and that the Mr. had been fighting a cold all week. Because of that, I’d planned on watching the men’s final of the French Open. It promised to be another good match given that the guys were first and second seeds.

I watched the first set on my phone, and then, two hours after the power went off, it was restored! Woo hoo!

Y’all, this match was epic!! Both players were well matched, and the score went back and forth.

It was a stellar come-from-behind, clay-in-his-eye victory for Alcaraz.

While the match was on, I blended up a different juice. The recipe was from a reel I’d seen on Instagram. And yes, it would seem that I watch a lot of reels. I may represent that remark. Ahem.

Here’s a screenshot of the ingredients. Y’all really need to watch the video on how she makes it – easy as can be!

These were the ingredients I picked up during my Kroger trip yesterday.

And then the blending happened . . .

I had read someone’s suggestion (in the comments) to top it off with coconut water at the end, so I did!

Here’s how it looks, finished!

This juice is my favorite so far. It’s not tart at all. It is amazing! I may add less sugar next time since the coconut water is naturally sweet.

I’ll have this on repeat all summer long.

After the tennis match was over, I prepared another batch of my ginger-turmeric juice.

It’s a messy job, and I dread doing it, but my body thrives on the two ounce shot I feed it every day.

Sunday evening, we tuned in to the sneak peek of Season 5, Episode 1 of The Chosen.

The first two episodes will drop on Amazon Prime on the 15th.

Even though I know what’s coming because I’ve been a Christian since I was a teenager, watching the life of Jesus depicted so beautifully always brings me to tears.

And that, folks, concluded the weekend!

How was yours? Did you take it easy, or did you run around doing all the things?

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Happy Friday, y’all!

It’s just little ole me sharing a few of my favorite things.

First off, gardenias.

I didn’t know I liked these until last summer, when my neighbor gave me some blooms she’d cut from hers.

She called me last Saturday and asked me to meet her at our fence. That’s where she gave me another handful.

I normally cannot tolerate heavy floral fragrances, but for some reason, the smell of a gardenia doesn’t bring on a migraine.

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A good back scratcher has quickly topped my list of favorites.

With my shoulders in such bad shape, getting to an itch on my back has been impossible.

After my first shoulder surgery, my left arm itched horribly while the anesthesia was working its way through my body. I borrowed the one he had and slipped it into the sling that was protecting my arm and scratched away!

The Mr. ordered a set of three from Amazon last weekend in preparation for my second surgery.

The handles extend too! I selected this one to keep by my recliner.

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This face serum has made my list before. I love Little Seed Farm! Every single thing I’ve ordered from them has been high quality and so good!

Last weekend, my package with a larger bottle arrived.

I use it at night after I have cleaned my face and again in the morning after I’ve given my face a good once over with toner.

My face is softer than it’s ever been.

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Did you know that Amazon Prime First Reads offers a free Kindle book each month?

Do a search for “First Reads” from your app or the website.

I have a reminder on my phone to grab mine.

They give an assortment of books, and you choose one. Occasionally, they’ll add a short story that you can download as well.

These are usually books that haven’t been published yet. Sometimes, they are by well-established authors. Other times, they are not.

It’s been hit or miss for me as to whether I’ve enjoyed them. My favorite free book offering has been Mayluna. If you haven’t read this one, do it! It’s full of so much nostalgia. It will tug at your heartstrings.

I enjoyed the short story (a bonus) from this month’s pickings . . .

I already finished reading this book too, which was my selection for the month . . .

I’m a sucker for historical fiction, and this one did not disappoint. It felt like a cross between The Women and Firefly Lane. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Speaking of books, I am a little infatuated with my Kindle Oasis. I purchased it four years ago despite my preference for tangible books. With all of the travel we started doing, I wanted something portable.

I recently purchased a new cover for it, which I embellished with The Chosen and Auburn stickers.

Last year, I saw that Rebecca was testing out a page turner for her Kindle, and I knew I had to get one.

Each part has a charging port.

Once it’s charged up, you press the button on the clip to make the light start flashing, and then you hold down the button on the clicker. This pairs the two.

Then, just clip the one half to your Kindle, and away you go!

This has saved my hand, let me tell you. I’m pretty sure that I would have carpal tunnel by now, which I certainly don’t need given all of the other physical challenges I’m dealing with.

I set my Kindle on my little stand (another Amazon purchase influenced by Rebecca), and I am all set!

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Vanilla extract is an ingredient I’ve been using every day. I make a Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie for breakfast each day, and the recipe includes vanilla.

This is the brand I’ve been using lately. I order it from Amazon.

I actually got a two-pack this time around. It should last a good while since I rarely use more than a half teaspoon.

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I ordered a new set of dishcloths. My office has a tiny kitchen, and prior to me working there, I guess they only used a sponge to hand wash dishes. I detest sponges, so I started taking in dishcloths from home, but they were ratty and had holes in them.

Hence, the new ones!

The set I bought includes eight (two sets of the four you see above). I’m keeping one set at home.

I like these a lot. They are a tad on the rougher side, so they do a good job cleaning dirty dishes. They aren’t super absorbent, so they dry quickly.

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I just got this 32oz glass pitcher in the mail, and I’m a happy girl!

It looks lovely with the fruit I add for the “natural” electrolyte drinks I’ve been making lately.

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Today, I am 24 weeks post shoulder surgery.

That’s a lot of weeks.

I’ve been in physical therapy for 22 of those weeks. I took one week off during my February cruise.

I’m currently in the middle of a short reprieve from physical therapy to give my left shoulder a chance to rest in preparation for my upcoming surgery on my right shoulder. I’ll be back at physical therapy three days after my surgery to pick up where I left off and add in work for my right arm.

That’s a lot of PT.

My left shoulder continues to improve, and sleeping is getting easier every week. The scar from my bicep tenodesis looks good too!

I still have limited range of motion, and part of my shoulder still hurts when I reach overhead like this . . .

This stopping point is what makes it difficult to apply deodorant and fix my hair. The pain when I move my arm up like that isn’t fun either. I’m not sure if this is related to the back of my rotator cuff or my labrum, and my physical therapist isn’t sure either.

One thing I do that the Mr. mentioned the other day was when I walk, I keep my left arm at my side instead of letting it swing naturally. I barked back at him but then started noticing it myself. I’m sure I quit letting it swing when I injured it and then post-surgery.

Truth be told, it hurts when I let that arm go back and forth. Maybe I should start letting it do its thing to loosen things up. Something’s gotta give eventually, right? I need the scar tissue inside my shoulder’s capsule to break apart and be gone!

Medicine is so much a guessing game until someone actually gets in and has a look. It can be very frustrating for everyone involved.

I’m giving my left shoulder another full year to heal. If it’s not better next Spring, I’m going to have it reevaluated. I’m not being pessimistic, but I think it’s smart to have a plan.

For now, I’m doing my PT exercises every other day so I don’t overwork my shoulder.

I’m also making preparations for my surgery. I purchased a few button down shirts from Amazon.

I love this blue one.

The blue is my favorite of everything I’ve purchased so far. I wore it to work last Friday.

I really like this black shirt too.

I wore it last week and wound up being matchy-matchy with one of my favorite coworkers. Her last day was Friday, and I’m going to be sad about this for a long time.

I did not like this red one, so I sent it back.

It looked good online and in the picture above, but it was too long and wide. I just didn’t feel good in it.

The Mr. and I ran to Kohl’s after church on Sunday. We had a 20% coupon from when we’d returned something to Amazon from the store.

This pink button down was calling out my name. It is very soft.

I bought it in a blueish gray as well. Both shirts look good with the new shorts I picked up (in both pictures).

I got my hair cut last week and have my girl on standby for after my surgery. She washed and styled my hair a couple of times after my first shoulder surgery.

I reversed the straps on my sling so it can hold my right arm. I’ll wake up with it on after surgery.

I’ve already put in in my car and even have a reminder on my phone for the morning of surgery to ensure I have it with me.

Things are coming together. It sounds crazy, but I’m grateful for the first surgery, which taught me a few lessons going into the second one.

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Happy June, y’all! What a fun theme Joyce wove into her questions this week! Without further ado, let’s get to them.

1. What do birthdays look like in your house? How are they celebrated? Any special traditions? What about birthdays growing up? 

Now that we are empty nesters, birthdays are very low key. Our kids live several hours away from us, so so it’s rare when we have them with us for any of our birthdays.

Phone calls and texts from family start arriving in the morning and continue throughout the day depending on everyone’s schedules. Sometimes we go out to dinner with the Mr.’s parents and our siblings, who also live in our town.

I don’t like much fanfare when it’s my special day, although I prefer a phone call from my each of my kids versus a text. Texts are okay but impersonal. I really love FaceTimes though, because they allow me to lay eyes on my kiddos’ faces and see my grand babies’ beautiful smiles as well.

We don’t have any special traditions any more. We used to let our kids pick where they wanted to eat for their birthdays. I always made a white cake with chocolate icing. We still give our children a birthday gift, but these days, it’s money that’s sent via Venmo.

When I was growing up, birthdays were rather ho hum. I remember a couple of cakes, and for my 16th birthday, my mom did throw me a surprise party. That was a lot of fun. But I also remember waking up on my 18th birthday to no family and my gifts sitting on a new hope chest, waiting for me to open on my own. My mom and step dad had driven to Atlanta for the day and didn’t get back until late. It was a lonely day.

Funny story: Many years ago, when our kids were little things, and we were living in Miami, it was my birthday. The Mr. Didn’t say a word. He never wished me happy birthday, and I wasn’t about to remind him. He did comment that I was getting a lot of phone calls, but he had no idea why.

It wasn’t until the next day when he remembered, and he felt horrible.

The next year came around and guess what happened?

Yep. He forgot. Again.

I don’t know how long it was before he remembered, but when he did, he had a lot of making up to do.

He has never forgotten since.

2. Someone is sending you a dozen roses…what color are you hoping for? Are you someone who gets accused of seeing the world through rose colored glasses? Is your accuser correct? Elaborate. 

I love fresh flowers. Roses smell amazing ing too! I love pink, white, and yellow roses if given the choice. When we lived in Miami, the Mr. brought home roses fairly regularly. People sold them from buckets in the middle of busy roads, and they were only $5 a dozen.

I am often accused of seeing life through rose colored glasses. I tend to find silver linings in everything. Although I am very practical, I like to see the bright side of things.

3. June 4th is National Cheese Day…will you celebrate? What’s something (besides a burger) you make in the summer months that calls for cheese? 

I am lactose-intolerant and have been since I was pregnant with my second child, so no, I will not be celebrating. I do love the taste of cheese, though, and often buy the vegan versions. Summer months don’t change up what I cook. I prep whatever I’m in the mood for. Recently, I made a lasagna soup that called for vegan cheese. It was delightful!

4. ’tis the season…any weddings on your June calendar? What’s the first word that comes to mind when I say marriage? 

We don’t have any June weddings to attend; however, we will be attending a baby shower for a friend’s daughter. She’s expecting twins! We were guests at her wedding last August.

The first word that comes to my mind when Joyce says “marriage” is work. Marriage can be tough. It’s the fusion of two very different personalities and two very different histories. If worked on properly, it should mature and, hopefully, age with grace. Being married and having young children involves work of a different kind than what one experiences once the kids leave the home. I think that those who marry younger-ish often don’t realize this because they don’t have the life experience to be far sighted. Being happily married involves the daily work of having open communication with your partner, acknowledging when you personally fall short, extending grace when your partner flubs up, and being mature enough to make the changes necessary to keep the marriage rolling.

5. What are you most looking forward to this June? 

I’m having shoulder surgery next week, which weirdly enough I am looking forward to. I am beyond ready to get it over with, start physical therapy for that shoulder, and get my life back together. Ha!

6. Insert your own random thought here. 

Last weekend was absolutely delightful. It was super lazy, which I needed after a busy Memorial Day weekend.

There was a lot of reading . . .

A lot of dog-loving . . .

And a lot of tea-sipping.

All in my pajamas, of course. I did get dressed for church on Sunday. 😉

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I’ve been making some yummy summer drinks lately courtesy of my perusal of Instagram reels and the recipe creators I follow.

Here’s a gal I just started following after I made a natural electrolyte drink I saw in a reel.

Here’s what my version looked like (filtered water, coconut water, lemon juice, pineapple bits, and strawberry chunks, with a sprinkling of Himalayan salt). Yum!

Friday, after work (aka after the Mr. had done our weekly grocery shopping), I made this Pink Drink.

It’s a Starbucks knock off, and it is so delicious! yum, yum, yum!

I did not add the collagen peptides, which was one of the ingredients in the recipe. Collagen is not plant-based.

The drink was perfect for the porch sitting we did that evening.

A drink that’s on my “to try” list is this one, which I saw in a reel Saturday. I’ll be adding these ingredients to my grocery list and will report back.

What are some of your go-to summer drinks? Have you got any recipes to share?

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Camp War Eagle is a summer rite of passage for incoming freshman at the college. It’s a two-day affair where students and parents more information than they can digest and get to go home and process everything.

Many offices on campus participate, including mine. We rotate staff so everyone gets a turn.

Last Monday was the first session, and guess who was helping man our table?

Forgive the flip flops but the weather was nasty (hello summer), and I didn’t feel like ruining a nice pair of shoes. Plus, I’m usually on my feet for three hours, so fancy shoes are never a good choice under these circumstances.

We set up and then left the room to grab breakfast before the session started.

I don’t know who did the cooking, but it was fabulous! I managed to find a few things that fit my vegan needs.

Then, we headed back to our staging facility and waited.

Students come through first. They are precious. I absolutely adore these college kiddos – especially the summer before they are actually on campus attending class. They are nervous and excited.

One young lady saw my lip gloss on the table.

I thought I had placed it out of sight, but nope. She had Eagle (get it . . . eagle as in War Eagle) eyes. She said, “That color is so bright!”

I gasped and asked if it looked bad on me. I was absolutely horrified. She assured me that it was fine for me, but it was bright on her. So then we bonded over all things Ulta and declared that Ulta was much better (and cheaper) than Sephora.

I adore the college kids, y’all!

Every office has a table with information and swag. I picked up a pair of socks at one table just because they were cute. I may wear them to my surgery.

The parents come through later, and they are full of questions. I’m usually tired of the sound of my own voice when it’s over.

As introverted as I am, I enjoy the one-on-one conversations. I remember how nervous I was as a parent preparing to send my own Rooster boy off to college. I appreciated those who patiently answered questions they’d been asked countless times by countless parents.

I find myself grateful and blessed that it’s me answering some of the same questions.

We have quite a few more sessions to go this summer season. Before too long, August will be here, and we will be starting a new academic year. Time flies when you’re having fun!

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Last Wednesday, I reluctantly read the final pages of the last book in the most wonderful series ever . . . Anne of Green Gables.

Oh y’all, please excuse me while I take some time to process all of the emotions.

This series will forever live in my heart as one of my favorites.

A huge thanks goes out to Rebecca, who had the great idea to read these together. If it hadn’t been for our spontaneous book conversation one evening, I would still be clueless that these little nuggets of reading bliss exist – just waiting to be discovered.

“If we have friends we should look only for the best in them and give them the best that is in us, don’t you think? Then friendship would be the most beautiful thing in the world.”

When I first learned that there were eight books in the series, I was a little aghast . . .

Until I realized that eight books were not enough to tell the sweeping, coming-of-age story of the most beloved red headed orphan I’ve ever encountered in literature.

It took me a little more than a month (44 days) to devour these. I had to take one small, four-day break to gobble down a long-awaited book from a different series, but I got right back down to all things Anne-girl when I finished.

The first book let me in stitches with Anne’s various antics, and a deep love for Matthew and Marilla Jones as cultivated in my heart as they opened up their hearts and home for this talkative little chatterbox.

As I progressed through the books and watched Anne grow up, my love for her outlook on life and her spunk only increased.

Three of the books earned rare, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ratings from me. The rest were awarded four stars.

Even while I wasn’t actively reading, the words floated around in my mind.

It was beautiful Rainbow Valley that I envisioned as I lay on the table during my MRI – Lucy Montgomery’s vivid imagery distracting me from the loud noises emanating from the machine I was laying in the middle of.

It was the endless gossip of Susan, Cornelia, and other characters that had me wistful for my youth, which I spent in tiny little town where that’s what the women did – gab about the local happenings.

I laughed audibly many, many times during my readings, and I cried during the last book – the fate of beloved characters and pets stirring up the tears I had felt behind my eyelids from the opening chapters.

“And you will tell your children of the Idea we fought and died for – teach them it must be lived for as well as died for, else the price paid for it will have been given for nought.”

If you’ve only read the first book, I highly encourage you to proceed to the ones that follow.

It’s a journey you won’t regret taking and one I plan on revisiting through the movies and shows I will queue up in the very near future (maybe while I’m recuperating from my upcoming shoulder surgery).

“It is never quite safe to think we have done with life. When we imagine we have finished our story fate has a trick of turning the page and showing us yet another chapter.”

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It’s always a bit of an adventure when I get busy in the kitchen.

Last weekend (because sometimes I roll in way late), I prepared a few things.

I made What a Dahl! from this cookbook . . .

The prep work wasn’t too bad. It didn’t take long until my kitchen smelled heavenly, and the result was absolute perfection.

I ate on this all week long.

I have eaten a lot of Dahl since I became a vegan. It’s a staple on cruise ships too because it typically makes a lot and keeps well. This recipe tasted very authentic. I’ll be making it often!

We had the Mr.’s parents over for dinner last Sunday evening. It was his mom’s birthday, and it is my belief that nobody should have to cook on their own birthday.

He grilled steaks. I was responsible for the sides.

Oven roasted potatoes are my go-to, but finding a recipe has been a challenge.

One of my favorite and long-followed recipe writers, Megan Gilmore, came through for me!

The flavoring wasn’t too strong. We ate them up!

I also steamed broccoli using the instructions in Megan Gilmore’s instant pot cookbook.

This cookbook has been a staple in my home since 2018. She has recipes that suit nearly every dietary need, and they are EASY to prepare.

I’ll be trying a new recipe from that Scrappy cookbook this weekend. Stay tuned!

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