Heather's Dish

Heather's Dish

How I Make Sure I Use All of My Herbs

Y'all, this is a safe space. And I need an honest answer from you guys. Who here REALLY uses all fresh herbs all the time? Unless you're Ina Garten (and if you are OMG I LOVE YOU PLEASE INVITE ME TO YOUR HOUSE!!!), it's doubtful that we all use all fresh herbs in every dish we make.  As much as I'd like to I have embraced the fact that I haven't had the energy to garden fresh herbs in the past, and buying them is waaaaaaaaay too pricey unless it's totally necessary. So.  What do I do when I ... continue reading...

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Creamy Weeknight Enchilada Bake

Lately I've been doing this thing where I basically put all of the ingredients for dinner in one dish, bake it off and call it a night.  I don't want to use the "C" word (ok fine, casserole), but that's basically what it is. One of our good friends in Colorado was expecting her first child when I got invited to sign up to bring her and her husband dinner one night after the birth.  The only requirement though?  No casseroles...her husband haaaaaaaaaaaates them.  Wanna know why? He doesn't ... continue reading...

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January Travel: A Trip to Hot Springs, Arkansas

This past Saturday Nate and I both woke up with Weston around 6:30am and felt the need to DO something.  We've lived in Little Rock for 3.5 months and still haven't really ventured outside of the city very far, so Nate decided (and after doing it I totally agreed) that it was time to make a change and go somewhere.  While we were driving Nate mentioned that one of his co-workers/mentors at work said that if he could go back in time and do things over again, he would travel more.  Even if it ... continue reading...

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Very Vanilla Pancakes with Creamy Orange-Scented Drizzle

When it comes to pancakes around our house I have to admit that my husband is quite the connoisseur.  He likes pancakes that are light, airy, a little crisp on the outside, and more importantly FULL of flavor. Me?  Well, I guess that makes me a connoisseur as well then because I love all of those things too.  But I’m a little more adventurous on the flavor.  Ever since I discovered vanilla bean paste at HomeGoods I’ve dreamt of just about any and every reason to use it every day.  And let’s ... continue reading...

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5 Things I’ve Learned…From Being a Sister

  I AM a sister and I HAVE a sister, which basically means that I'm an expert in the field of sisterhood.  Trust me, there is a lot to learn from being and having a sister - and I'm more than happy to share!  But first let me just note that the above photo is a LEGIT Polaroid - like from back in the day.  Pretty special ;)   Don't hit your sister.  Without going into the slightly embarrassing medical ramifications of the time I hit my sister, just take my word on this ... continue reading...

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Salmon, Leek & Sweet Potato Bisque

As someone who loves seafood in all shapes and forms I have to make a confession:  seafood bisques really are not my forte.  It’s not that I don’t like them (unless they’re bad…when they’re bad they’re REALLY REALLY bad), I just happen to enjoy my fish or shellfish better in other ways.   I guess that’s why when I was thinking of a way to make a rich and creamy soup I just went ahead and jumped on the chance to do a seafood bisque.  I know that I can make a mean broiled or grilled ... continue reading...

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Hot Pepper Vinegar

  I have to get something off my chest: I'm watching The Biggest Loser this season.  Yes, it's true.  This is happening. I'm sure y'all are sitting there about click the "X" in the top of the screen but WAIT STOP DON'T DO IT!  I know everyone in the country has been watching this show since its birth, and yet I still haven't jumped on board.  Why?   Good question.  Usually I am the last to the party when it comes to awesome shows.  Homeland?  Yeah, we have it DVRed and ... continue reading...

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10 Months Old!!!

Here we are at 10 months old and I scarcely know where to begin. I’m not even in shock that Weston has been here for 10 months already – I’m in shock that it’s only two months til he turns a full year.  If these past 10 months are any indication, the time is literally going to fly by! With the recent influx of crazy toys we have our hands full with all sorts of songs and flashing lights and high-pitched electronic voices.  And Wes?  Yeah, his favorite toy is anything he can bang together ... continue reading...

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Maple Peanut Butter Date Balls

It may as well be said now:  Nate and I are on a health kick. It's been something we've been slowly working up to, this whole eating healthier and smaller portions thing, and we decided that (albeit super cliche) January 2 was THE DAY that we were going to start waving our health flag. Why January 2? Easy.  We had our dear friend Amy spending some time with us here and wanted to celebrate her last night here with pizza and beer.  Done and done. So January 2 we started and I'm happy to ... continue reading...

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Apricot Almond Sticky Buns + Other Yummy Stuff

Well well well, we've made it to the September listing of ChefMom recipes!  I can't wait til we finally get caught up with these guys so y'all can see what I'm working on now!  Every single recipe for September was so yummy and flavorful - I can't wait to hear what y'all think!   Apricot Almond Sticky Buns Baked Chili Sweet Potato Fries   Barbeque Bacon Ranch Bread Kiwi Agua Fresca Mini Southwest Breakfast Quiches Honeyed Grilled Sweet ... continue reading...

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