Lizzy Writes

19 November 2010

I heart WINEing

I often shop for wine by the label.

It's true. If the label is cute, I'll try it.

There are so many fantabulous labels out there.

Have you noticed?

Last night I didn't even have to search.

This little cutie just popped out at me. I'm lucky.

So cute. So simple. Such a great name to boot!

AND, it was on sale! wahooozie! {doing the happy dance}

I recommend this grocery store wine to anyone who is a red fan like me.

It's yummy.

Have a wonderful weekend!

17 November 2010

What's on your plate? C is for Celery

Good afternoon!

Who doesn't like celery?

I mean really, you can actually burn calories while eating it.

Can't go wrong there now can we.

Did you know?

Celery is:

High in Dietary Fiber

High in Vitamin A, B2, B5, B6, C, K

High in Minerals, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Potassium

Low in Saturated Fat and Cholesterol

Celery health benefits include having acetylenics which prevents cancer. Combine with phenolic acids (chemical which prevent growth of abnormal cells) It is a much better cancer fighter than other vegetables.

On top of the above celery health benefits, celery is known to be a negative calories vegetable. Which means that the body uses more energy to digest than absorb calories from it. WAHOOZIE!

As an estimation, a medium stalk of celery contains around 10 calories, 2g of carbohydrates, 1g of protein, zero fats and cholesterol. Nice!

Some ways we like to eat our celery are:

Stuffed with peanut butter

Stuffed with a cream cheese and chopped olive mixture

Chopped and added to tuna

Sliced in a salad

Just plan. This is only me actually. Yep, I like it plan.

Enjoy!

15 November 2010

Sometimes It's Just the Simple Things ...

... that make me smile.

I like the simple things. The little things.

Nothing to fancy (most of the time). :o)

Just the things that make me smile in an instant.

For example ...

How cute are these two little chubsters?

Really cute. I know.

The two of them sleep by each other all of the time.

You can't not smile at this ... in my opinion.

And ... of course

Holiday flavor goodness in a cup.

Ahh ...

I don't splurge on this too often but when I do I am

definitely smiling right on through the last drop.

mmm ...

Just a few simple things today.

12 November 2010

Cold Weather = Knitting!

One of my most favorite things to do in the winter

(besides ski) is knit. I love LOVE love it.

I can make lots of stuff too. {pat pat on my back}

Hubber's mom and grandma are master knitters - I just gave them

this title and boy does it fit perfectly.

You should see the stuff these ladies can crank out!

Staci (sister-in-law) and I are thankful for their abilities especially if we

attempt to make something that may be a little on the

tuff side (he hem ... a sweater). Yes, Staci has made a

sweater but I am to chicken la la to take on that task right now.

SO ... my first project of the year is going to be this, most likely in a

different color. Isn't this such a cute tote?

I may be casting on more than I can knit initially but

I'm sure I'll be fine. Afterall, the Master Knitters are always available.

Project to start Thanksgiving weekend. I'll keep you posted.

10 November 2010

What's on your plate? ... B is for Broccoli

Mmm ... Broccoli ... one of my favorites!

I really like most veggies really, but this one is a super yummy.

Did you know ...

*The best broccoli will have dark green tops with lighter green stems?

*Buds should be tightly closed, with no mushy spots or signs of yellowing?

*The stalks should feel firm and crisp, never limp or wobbly?

How about a recipe? Yep, sounds good.

Let's make this:

Easy Broccoli Quiche

Sounds good to me so here you go ...

Prep Time: 20 Min ~ Cook Time: 30 Min ~ Ready In: 50 Min

6 servings - WOOT! 4 for me, 1 for Hubber and 1 for Daughter.

~just kidding~

Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter . 1 onion, minced . 1 teaspoon minced garlic . 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli . 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust . 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese . 4 eggs, well beaten . 1 1/2 cups milk . 1 teaspoon salt . 1/2 teaspoon black pepper . 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Directions
. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
. Over medium-low heat melt butter in a large saucepan. Add onions, garlic and broccoli. . Cook slowly, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are soft. Spoon vegetables into crust and sprinkle with cheese.
. Combine eggs and milk. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in melted butter. Pour egg mixture over vegetables and cheese.
. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until center has set.

Ta da! Enjoy. You're welcome. Tootles.

09 November 2010

A Muddy ... Down & Dirty ... Muddy Sunday

HELLO!

I'm back and oh boy! I've got lots of posts to catch up on ... yahoozie!

I am definitely not complaining. I have been so busy doing what I love that

I haven't had much time to update this little bloggy, which I also love.

(3 extra hours per day. Please and thank you!)

Ok ... ok ... wishful thinking.

Anyhoo ... let's get on with it.

A while ago my long time friend, Misti, posted she was

going to do the Merrell Down and Dirty Mud Run on Halloween and asked

if anyone wanted to join her.

Umm ... he hem ... me! me! me! and I roped in Carmen too.

Please keep in mind that I have never done anything that

even comes close to a run, obstacle course type of exercise do-dad thingy

but I figured what the heck, it's got to be fun right? HA!

Well, even though this was by far the hardest thing I have done

I am so glad that I did it. With Misti's encouragement during the entire 5K,

I was able to push myself to lengths I didn't know I could do.

Guess what? I want to do it again next year.
Goal :: Go faster.

Here are a few photos courtesy of Hubber:

Before the start ...