Nintendo Switch 2020 Game Roundup

December 31, 2020Gaming
I've been playing a lot of Nintendo Switch during the COVID-19 pandemic, and particularly on my vacation time around the holidays. Aside from some of the major blockbuster releases highlighted as featured titles in the Nintendo eShop, I have found some nice little gems that are inexpensive, but really well done and highly entertaining. Good [...]

Chickpea and Carrot Pita Pockets with Cumin-Lime Tahini

December 16, 2020Cooking

Serves 2. 600 Calories. Ingredients 3-4 carrots of any color (3/4 lb) 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas 1 Tbs maple syrup 1 lime 1/4 cup tahini 1 cucumber 3oz baby arugula 2 6-inch whole wheat pita bread pockets* 3 Tbs dry roasted pumpkin seeds 1/4 cup white wine (or water) 4-5 … Read More

Instant Pot Fennel, Chickpea, and Brown Rice Stew

December 1, 2020Cooking

This is the fourth recipe I have tried so far in my Instant Pot, and I think it’s my favorite one yet. The flavors are so pleasing and it’s a very filling, hearty dish. I had never cooked with fennel before, and I wasn’t sure I’d like it. The fronds smell of black licorice which … Read More