Monthly Archives: May 2013

Deer Food

Posted on May 30, 2013 by judilyn

When I look up from my computer, this is what I see – almost exactly this angle! Why have I called this post “Deer Food”? Well, because that’s what those white blossoms are. The plant is called a Sotol, and … Continue reading →

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Diana Comes To Call

Posted on May 27, 2013 by judilyn

I looked up from my computer and out the kitchen window and could see this BIG BIRD sitting on the rail. Oh, no! The hawk is back after “mah baaaby”! But no, it was Diana with a lizard. I grabbed … Continue reading →

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Arribbiata Pizza

Posted on May 26, 2013 by judilyn

Almost everything to top a delicious pizza was already waiting in a refrigerator container, so I whipped up a quick dough in the bread machine. Half was made into this lovely pizza, and half became a loaf of cinnamon bread. … Continue reading →

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Cheesecake and Vinegar ???

Posted on May 26, 2013 by judilyn

Oh, my! This was totally outgrageous! Our neighbor brought us two small pieces of cheesecake. Since we are not big dessert eaters, I cut each piece into three pieces, and we enjoyed this lovely treat, adorned with the beautiful vinegars … Continue reading →

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Kale-bonara

Posted on May 25, 2013 by judilyn

CARBONARA is a generic term that we use for any dish that has myriad stir fried vegetables, a bit of meat and/or cheese, and is served over pasta. This kale looked so wonderful, particularly after it was cooked, that I … Continue reading →

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Chocolate, Orange Peel and Strawberries

Posted on May 23, 2013 by judilyn

Vitamin C(hocolate)! With a nice fruity touch! As consumed!

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Lazarus

Posted on May 21, 2013 by judilyn

After several agonizing days, this morning we were treated to this sight! We have now seen three roadrunners all at the same time. Yesterday it looked like we have a mama bird, this larger baby (now known as Lazarus!), and … Continue reading →

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Baby Roadrunner – R.I.P.

Posted on May 19, 2013 by judilyn

Yesterday morning we were soooo excited! The biggest fledgeling roadrunner was out of the nest and in the backyard. The parents were on the other side of our fence calling to the little guy to join them. He was running … Continue reading →

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One-Layer Dip

Posted on May 17, 2013 by judilyn

Well, just one layer – but a mix of flavors. This is a mixture of leftover refried beans, end-of-the-line fresh salsa, and leftover spaghetti sauce. DH heated up a tostada shell and put some shredded white Cheddar on it, and … Continue reading →

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Oddball Condiments

Posted on May 16, 2013 by judilyn

I tried out a few “different” flavors on my plain turkey bits that I had plucked off the wings. Here you see a pile of my new favorite sour cream – Mexican Crema. Wanting to have some more pungent flavors, … Continue reading →

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Roadrunner Baby Picture

Posted on May 13, 2013 by judilyn

Diana was off hunting this morning, so I sneaked out with my camera to see if the babies were visible . . . and they were! What a thrill!! Do you know what a baby roadrunner is called? I didn’t, … Continue reading →

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ROADRUNNER BABIES!

Posted on May 12, 2013 by judilyn

I don’t have a picture of them, and I’m not clear that I can just take one off the internet and use it without permission, so it’s just words today. Up on the left side, under the picture of Dorrie … Continue reading →

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Window to the Past

Posted on May 11, 2013 by judilyn

Once in a while I get unchained from the kitchen and venture out with my camera. Last Thursday a small group of “photo phanatics” drove over to a nearby ghost town for a couple of hours of living in the … Continue reading →

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Potatoes O’Brien

Posted on May 9, 2013 by judilyn

This is one of our most favorite side dishes. When I make potatoes, I always make extras for at least one more side dish and/or a round of soup. This time I sautéed one Mexican Scallion and one red pepper, … Continue reading →

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Italy, China, Mexico – Southern Style

Posted on May 6, 2013 by judilyn

Italian pasta, Chinese sesame oil, Mexican Queso Fresco, and COLLARD GREENS? Yup – and it was delicious! A quick lunch made totally of leftovers. Just pop everything into a small frying pan on the stove, spray with a little water … Continue reading →

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Granola

Posted on May 5, 2013 by judilyn

Granola is DH’s lifeblood, well, so it seems in the morning when his cooked cereal is in his bowl. Sometimes even French Toast won’t tempt him away from his bowl o’ gruel, cut up fresh fruit, coconut flakes and GRANOLA! … Continue reading →

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Invisible Roadrunner Nest

Posted on May 3, 2013 by judilyn

We have had a lot of excitement with the roadrunner family that has taken up residence in the hedge by our deck. This is what the hedge looks like from the outside. Absolutely no sign of any nest can be … Continue reading →

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Chicken Carbonara

Posted on May 1, 2013 by judilyn

Here is the start of one of my favorite dishes – pasta! I like it with almost anything, but this is going to be what we call “Carbonara”. Start with a bit of pasta (these are bow ties) and sprinkle … Continue reading →

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