Parmesan Meatballs and Zucchini

Parmesan chicken meatballs (from Dinner A Love Story)
Spaghetti (less than usual)
Zucchini
Parmesan

Arugula Pizza

Trader Joe’s crust
Olive oil base with balsamic glaze
Sliced figs
Parmesan and sharp white cheddar cheese
Bacon
Red onion (cooked in bacon grease)

Bake at 400 for 12 minutes. Top with arugula, lemon juice, and honey.

SO GOOD.

Sourdough Bread Adventures

A few months ago I made my first successful sourdough loaf. The starter was from a local bakery and I got the recipe from here. The bread was really dense and I'm not exactly sure what to change for next time, but it was super tasty and tangy. I am trying to gear myself up for making another batch. The process took about three days and more time than I would be able to afford during the school year. I'd love to find a way to streamline the process and integrate it into my life, but I'm not sure how to do that yet.

Russell's Visit

We always take our guests to Oswald West State Park on the Oregon Coast. The cove is so peaceful and it never feels too crowded. The weather was perfect and I opted to relax on the beach while the guys took on a hike along the ridge line.