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Simple Joyful Food

small ideas that add joy to life

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main dish

Grilled Chicken Breast with Fresh Jalapeno-Cilantro Tomato Relish.

side dish

Basmati Rice with Sautéed Yellow Squash and Zucchini

drinks

8 easy ways to jazz up (foodie-fy) your lemonade.

appetizers + snacks

Drop-in guests? Here’s a quick cucumber and hummus appetizer solution.

salads

Cucumber Salad with Yogurt-Dill Sauce.

soups + stews

I won a chili cook-off! I know, I’m surprised, too.

main dish

Oh-so-easy rosemary garlic grilled salmon (or bake it, that’s cool too).

side dish

Perfection is found in a roasted tomato.

side dish

Celery Root: the vegetable that looks like a brain.

main dish

WOW. Slow cooker bone-in beef ribs are amazing.

side dish

How to quickly and easily prepare non-mushy brussel sprouts!

drinks

Messy liquor cabinet?

drinks

A carafe takes wine to the next level of enjoyment.

side dish

I know why Hannibal Lecter craved fava beans.

appetizers + snacks

A fancy (yet inexpensive) way to dress up olives.

salads

Delicious Creamy Orange-Avocado Salad Dressing (low fat, too).

desserts

Breakfast oatmeal bean cookies. Yes, beans!

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Lyndi Fultz

simplejoyfulfood

In pursuit of small joys that add simplicity to life. + @nwafoodie

There are signs of spring everywhere, and I am rea There are signs of spring everywhere, and I am ready for it! Yet..... that doesn't mean that I'm still hopeful for some cool mornings where we can light a fire!
So, you're at a restaurant, and this is your place So, you're at a restaurant, and this is your place setting. In what order do YOU proceed?

My answer in the comments - share yours!
There is something quite glorious about simplicity There is something quite glorious about simplicity. I'm really feeling it as Dennis and I sit here in our living room, next to the crackling fire. Full disclosure, this picture isn't me BUT I do have the exact same coffee cup. Anyoo, I'm reminded how wonderful it is to be still. Not that I ever forget that reminder, it's just easier to revel in it, next to a fire. With snow softing falling outside. You know what I mean?
My coffee routine is alllll over the place! Firs My coffee routine is alllll over the place! 

First, it was a percolator.
Then came the Breville coffee maker.
Next, along came a bodum pour over.
Quickly replaced by a French Press.
Then came an Aeropress.
Followed by a rediscovery of a favorite instant brand we enjoyed in Isreal.
Now, Aeropress is making a comeback. 
And our beloved LaVazza espresso.
Which tastes like vacation at the Sonnelap in Vail.

Am I the only one who does coffee in phases?

What's next?

Probably need an espresso maker!
Isn't it interesting how two things with the same Isn't it interesting how two things with the same word can convey entirely different moods?

Microwave turntable = quick, fast, speed

Record player turntable = slow, easy, chill

Both have their places. But man, oh man, I am finding myself craving more of the latter: slow, easy, chill. 

Now, to get a record player...
Arkansas Black Apples are in season, and the persi Arkansas Black Apples are in season, and the persimmon trees are loaded down hard. Even though many markets are closed for the season, there is still a bounty if we look around!

What seasonal goodies have you discovered lately?
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lyndi@thejoyofeatingwell.com

inspiration

“Just like becoming an expert in wine–you learn by drinking it, the best you can afford–you learn about great food by finding the best there is, whether simply or luxurious. Then you savor it, analyze it, and discuss it with your companions, and you compare it with other experiences.” – Julia Child

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