Five Things
Happy Friday, everyone! My kitchen has seen some yummy things cooked and baked over the past week, so I thought I talk a bit about them. Not sure if this “Five Things” is going to continue to be every Friday, but it’s a good way to roundup at the end of the week.
1. This past week has been so amazing in the wonderful word of the foodie community on Instagram. I had no idea when I started my blog or food instagram account that I would encounter so many supportive and kind people. It makes the whole experience infinitely better. Talking with fellow food bloggers and connecting over our love of food and cooking has been such a sweet surprise. Most of the bloggers I’ve connected with live in the UK and now all I can think about is being able to travel again and having the best blogger meetup in London! I’m even currently working on a little collaboration with another food blogger who lives in Argentina, which should be a ton of fun!
2. BAGELS! I. Made. Bagels. So, while I know I want to make them again to tweak some things, my first attempt was much better than expected. They are also much easier than I thought they’d be to make and I’m so glad I just went for it! I used Trader Joe’s Everything But The Bagel seasoning for some of them, poppy seeds on others, and of course, jalapeño cheddar. The jalapeño cheddar were my favorite, with a little cream cheese spread on it. I'm drooling just thinking about it.
3. I’m out to make every kind of bread I possibly can and mix it up every time! Last weekend I made a jalapeño cheddar (I see a theme here) sourdough loaf and I can’t even begin to explain how yummy it is. Toasted with a bit of butter on it, YES. Dipped into tomato soup, YES. Made into grilled cheese with pepper jack and sharp cheddar, ABSOLUTELY YES. I’ll be making this one again at some point because how can I not? Also, if anyone ever wants a loaf, just let me know! I am more than happy to send one your way!
4. If cinnamon is in the title, I’m there. My last name is Cinnamon and I also happen to love the spice. When I found the recipe for homemade Cinnamon Toast Crunch from Half Baked Harvest, I quickly added it to my list of recipes to make. Those little squares pack a lot of flavor and I’m going to have to say, they are better than store bought. The cutting of the squares and making sure they were all spread apart on a baking sheet was time consuming, but also super therapeutic. This is one of those recipes you just need to try!
5. Polenta Pancakes. I love polenta, like so much. it’s super versatile and filling. Who knew frying them up in butter and adding maple syrup and powdered sugar would taste so good? If you did, I guess I’m late to the game. They are simple, easy, and taste really good. These would be great for a big party since many of them can be made at one time. Add some fresh berries on top and you’ve got yourself a breakfast that tastes like dessert.
I hope everyone has a fabulous weekend! I can’t wait to get in the kitchen and whip up some yummy things! I look forward to seeing what my fellow foodies come up with also!
