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Historically, I like to make a big deal about my birthday, because really what other time can you get away with attempting to make life exactly what you please? Some years that meant delaying work to treat myself to a massage or another pleasure. Lately, as mommyhood has taken a hold of my life, I realize that was quite the luxury. So to honor my big day, I am making a meal plan that appeals to me first and foremost during this blissful spring day.
How much fun is it to open your fridge and pull out easy to make ahead dishes and then mix & match them? A few recipes this week meet this profile including the Black & White Bean Salad with hidden figs, feta and olives. The Mustard Seed Marinated Cauliflower, Fiesta Salad, Nutty Quinoa, and Marinated Carrot Slaw all serve well for make ahead for lunches and quick dinners.
In recent weeks, my garden has become lush with tender salad greens perfect for the Roasted Strawberry Salad and the Carrot Dressed Spring Salad.
When it comes to veggie burgers, I am a fan, as long as they are packed with creative goodness, rather than starchy, soy fillers. My solution are the Beets & Seeds Burgers.
After many years of unspectacular breakfasts, it is now a more exciting part of my day. The simple Breakfast Quesadilla becomes more sassy with the Feta-Guacamole. For a make ahead treat, the Rhubarb Strawberry Loaf is perfect for adding a few candles, too. Just in case you have a special day to celebrate.
For seafood, one of my many favorites are sardines with all of their possibilities including the Sardine Sandwich or the Garlic Sardines & Artichokes.
Finally, for my big day, the best present you could ever give me is to share Lilly’s Table with a friend. Whether you prepare them a meal, share a recipe or refer them to sign up for meal planning. Thank you in advance!
Cook seasonally. Eat consciously. Live well,
