Heather's Dish

Heather's Dish Snacks, Soups, Sides

My Favorite Pico de Gallo

I wasn't totally planning on sharing this recipe.   Not because it's top secret and fancy.  Not because I'm stingy.  Nope, not those things.   Mainly because this is such a staple around our house that I just never thought to throw the recipe in the mix here.  How's that for a terrible excuse?  But it's true!   Honestly this is our condiment of choice around these parts - we love the crunch of fresh veggies, the way it tastes with chips and a margarita, and it ... continue reading...

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Roasted Maple Balsamic Plums with Honey Basil Greek Yogurt

Plums always remind me of California.   Of days spent at my grandparents' house in the Bay Area.   Of the plum tree growing in their backyard, a little fruit oasis in the middle of the most beautiful roses I've ever seen.   Of the long road trips taken to get to the West Coast - Albuquerque, Flagstaff, Barstow, and then to the hills covered in windmills right outside of their city.   Of the deep and restful sleep I got on their screened-in porch in my ... continue reading...

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On Having a Son

When we hit the 20 week mark in our pregnancy with Weston we skittered off to the doctor's office, anxiously awaiting the very moment when we would find out if we were having a boy or a girl.  Well, I guess I should say I was anxious; Nate was totally fine either way. Me on the other hand?  Growing up it was just me and my sister; I was never around boys all that much until I was in middle school/high school.  They were a mystery, totally weird, and I just didn't really know what to make of ... continue reading...

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Mediterranean Zucchini, Tomato and Chicken Skillet

One thing that I have to admit I'm pretty excited about is the fact that living further south means that summer comes a LOT more quickly than when we lived in Colorado.  Now granted I may be changing my tune when September rolls around and the temps are still in the 90's, but right now I'm soaking up every minute.   If you follow me on Instagram you've probably noticed that this past week we bought Wes his first baby pool - $10 at Walmart makes for one happy mom and one happy baby!  ... continue reading...

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My Hair: A Love Story (sort of)

Oh hey!  Happy Friday!  And look at my hair - it's CURLY!   I know I've mentioned it once or twice, but since I rarely (and this will probably change) post pictures of myself I figured I'd just go ahead and share. Especially since there was a torrential downpour right in the middle of when I was going to film my FaceTime Friday post - so next week?  It's a date!   I have two amazing friends who are also curly girls who have shared incredible posts that inspired me and have ... continue reading...

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Southwest Salmon and Black Bean Cakes

Tonight Nate pointed something out that has been glaringly obvious to me for some time now:  I have no idea how to describe myself.  NOT to be confused with me not knowing who I am; I know that.  I know who I am, I know where I came from, I know what I stand for, I know what I believe in.  Those things are very very firm.   But how do I describe myself to others?  Yeah...hmmmm...   If you don't know me here are some randoms that you may miss because I'm not always that ... continue reading...

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#wearebeautiful

because we truly are all beautiful; because you deserve to know that you ARE beautiful; because we were created with a purpose; because we are loved  completely; because we were bought with a price; because we are made for great things. because we are our own worst critics, but that needs to change. because #WEAREBEAUTIFUL! ... continue reading...


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Cheesy Bacon Potato Casserole

There's a lot I could say about the events in Boston yesterday, but more than anything my heart goes out to the people who have been affected by someone else's hateful and selfish decision to hurt others.  More than anything I just sit there and look at my son and wish that I could hold him close to me always, protect him from this world that we live in.  I can't bring myself to never let him go; I know that God has placed him on this earth to make a difference.  To do something huge.  To love ... continue reading...

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Orange Mocha Chocolate Rice Pudding

Please tell me I'm not the only one saying, "ORANGE MOCHA FRAPPUCCINOS!" like the male models in Zoolander. Try as I might I can't un-think it, can't cram out the visions of the windshield washer fluid fight, can't stop singing Wham!'s Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go. Can't and won't! Here's the thing about rice: I love the stuff. I love it with a little soy sauce and sriracha while I'm bundled in a blanket in front of the TV. I love it wrapped around fresh fish and veggies at sushi restaurants. ... continue reading...


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Arugula and Roasted Citrus Salad, 7-layer Mexican Salad, Homemade Spicy Garlic Pickles, Green Beans with Roasted Fennel and New Potatoes, Healthy Blueberry Oatmeal Pancakes

Y'all, these recipes are SO GOOD.  The pickles - I mean, who knew pickles could be so simple?  Everything is easy with bright fresh ingredients, and I know they'll be perfect to carry us all into spring and summer!  Enjoy! Arugula Salad with Roasted Citrus 7-Layer Mexican Salad Homemade Spicy Garlic Pickles Green Beans with Roasted Fennel and New Potatoes Healthy Blueberry Oatmeal Pancakes ... continue reading...

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What I Love About…The Grommom

It's no secret that we love Hawaii around here.  Before we ever took the plunge and moved to Denver we were actually very seriously considering a massive move to Maui (really really), and I'd be lying if there aren't times that I wish we had done it.  However, life is always as it should be, and thankfully I can live vicariously through Monica's blog.   I have been reading The Grommom for about 6 months or so now; it was one that I discovered while I was lazing around on the internet, ... continue reading...


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