Category Archives: Nico in the Kitchen

Jul 2

June’s Tasty Treats

I spent a lot of time in the kitchen during the month of June. I think I was washing more dishes than cooking though… I do have a few photos to share from my kitchen.

We celebrated Donut Day by visiting our local shop. I opted for one Cream Cheese filled and one Old Fashioned. Both were delicious.

I made a bunch of Chocolate Chip Cookies.

I also made lots and lots of Cinnamon Rolls.

I made another batch of Chocolate Mousse, which freezes beautifully into Chocolate Ice Cream.

I’ve been seeing this Soda Cake recipe popping up all over Pinterest, so I gave it a try. This one is a Vanilla Cake mix, with Orange Soda, and Whipped Topping for the icing. I liked it, but the kids wern’t a fan.

It has been a little humid in Kansas, but that makes for beautiful Dinner Rolls.

Lastly,

more Cinnamon Rolls. This batch was proofing, and getting ready to go in the oven.

I’ve been baking a ton already, so many pies, and so many cookies. I’ll have some more pictures to share soon.

Jul 1

July’s Monthly Menu

This monthly menu is going to be a little different than the other ones. James is getting involved with the planning, and planning two weeks of meals for me. I’ll take the help where I can get it, trust me, it has been one of those Summer’s. I’ve got my half of the menu planned, and ready to share. I’ll share my hubby’s once he passes it my way.

  • 7/1/2015: Chicken Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Dinner Rolls, and Pumpkin Pie
  • 7/2/2015: BBQ Chicken Sandwiches and Tater Tots
  • 7/3/2015: Snack Dinner: BBQ Lil Smokies, Veggies, Chips and Dip
  • 7/4/2015: Grill Time! Burgers, Hot Dogs, Chips, and Grilled Veggies
  • 7/5/2015: Pot Roast with Potatoes, and Dinner Rolls
  • 7/6/2015: Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Homemade Salsa
  • 7/7/2015: Grilled Chicken, Roasted Veggies, and Dinner Rolls
  • 7/8/2015: Chicken Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Homemade Salsa
  • 7/9/2015: Chicken Tenders, Spaghetti, Hominy, and Dinner Rolls
  • 7/10/2015: Beef Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Homemade Salsa
  • 7/11/2015: Pancakes, Bacon, and Fresh Fruit
  • 7/12/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/13/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/14/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/15/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/16/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/17/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/18/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/19/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/20/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/21/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/22/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/23/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/24/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/25/2015: James is planning the menu!
  • 7/26/2015: Pot Roast with Potatoes, and Dinner Rolls
  • 7/27/2015: Beef Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Homemade Salsa
  • 7/28/2015: BBQ Chicken Sandwiches and Fries
  • 7/29/2015: Chicken Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Homemade Salsa
  • 7/30/2015: Panko Chicken Sandwiches and Fries
  • 7/31/2015: Tacos, Tortilla Chips, and Homemade Salsa

Two more things, this menu was easy  to plan, since I only had to plan half of it. Also I’m sticking with my veggies. I’m still working my way towards becoming a vegan, even though my family thinks I’m nuts! Happy July everybody!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jun 17

Sneak Peek of June’s Veggie Meals

I’m half-way through my sixth month of vegetarianism, and I’m slowly trying to become a vegan. I’ve been cooking lots of tasty meals with plenty of fresh veggies. Here is a little sneak peek of what’s been going on in the kitchen veggie style.

Wheat Pasta with Grape Tomatoes. It was a quick and tasty lunch.

Jun 5

May’s Veggie Meals

I made lots of super tasty veggie dishes in May. I tried out a few new dishes, and I made it another month being a happy vegetarian.

I did some experimental Vegan baking. These were pretty tasty, and made a yummy snack.

Pasta with Okra and Tomatoes. So good!

I made a big batch of homemade Macaroni and Cheese with lots of Broccoli.

Here is a yummy vegan dish, Steak Fries, and Roasted Veggies. I had some Zucchini, Tomatoes, Broccoli, and Roasted Corn in this batch. It was so delicious!

We’ve had a few tasty homegrown Strawberries from the front porch.

This is my homemade Veggie-friendly mock rice-a-roni. Rice and Lentils and one delicious sauteed onion.

More Roasted Veggies, this time Broccoli, Cauliflower, Green Beans, and Chickpeas. Hello to a new favorite dinner of mine!

Lastly I made a big batch of baked pasta.

This is a great dish to make to clean out the pantry, and have lunch ready for a few days too.

I’m sticking with my veggie ways through June. I hope to try out a few new dishes too.