Today, I’m off to Denver, CO. I’m excited about this trip for many reasons, but mainly…I will be on VACATION! I’m ready to do nothing…we’ll maybe I’ll do some exploring, reading, hang out at some coffee shops, catch up with some old and new friends, freeze in the cold, but whatever it is…it [...]
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My OBGYN called me on Monday and told me my blood test results (chromosomes and thyroid) were normal, except for a MTHFR mutation (for which I have 2 variant genes).
What does this mean? I’m probably looking at high doses of Folic Acid, Lovenox Injections, vitamins B12, B6, and Baby aspirin. I have so [...]
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Adapted from Epicurious
I’ve made brownies quite a few times. Every recipe I’ve tried has had some issue. Some recipes don’t have that crackly-caramelized crust that is necessary for a good brownie, and some miss out on the dense, fudgy interior. I do not want my brownie to be cake. Brownies and cake are completely different [...]
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Slightly adapted from http://www.epicurious.com
You will need:
1 package of elbow shaped pasta or another shape of your choosing
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups coarse bread crumbs
3 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
2 3/4 cups milk
3/4 cup cream
5 cups coarsely grated extra-sharp cheddar (about 1 pound, 4 ounces)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly [...]
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I read this on a blog the other day and I had post this since I can relate to these words on many levels….
I’m “that girl”….
…the one everyone whispers about,
…the one everyone feels sorry for,
…the one everyone feels inclined to tell “If it’s meant to be, it will happen.”
I’m “that girl”…
…the one whose friends with [...]
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