vday flowers

1. I like to think I’m not one of those needy girls who demands things on Hallmark holidays. But get me a nice bouquet of flowers and a (small) box of expensive chocolates and I’m set. (And I won’t make you sleep on the couch. Ahem.)

2. And since the.boy bought himself a box of Russell Stovers, I refused to share my fancy stuff. All’s fair in love and dark chocolate.

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These savory chickpea pancakes with spicy roasted carrots, sweet potatoes, and feta make for a perfect gluten-free brunch.
savory chickpea pancakes with spicy roasted carrots, sweet potatoes, and feta

I’ve made a pastime out of putting weird ingredients into The.Boy’s food and then waiting for him to eat it before telling him.

I figure it’s only fair since he’s made it a pastime to scream at the television while watching various History Channel documentaries. Case in point – “James K. Polk was the most politically badass president”.

That is a direct quote.

#WhoAmIMarrying

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This is penne a la vodka at it’s best – a vodka-infused sauce with a hint of cream for indulgence, with peas mixed in for a bit of health in every bite.
penne a la vodka

Every so often, I cave and cook something that I know the.boy will love.

And by “every so often” I mean twice a year – Valentine’s Day and his birthday.

The rest of the time, it’s The Joanne Show around these parts, although you should take into consideration that I sacrificed my brussels sprouts consumption this year for his taste buds, which was HUGE on my part. HUGE.

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These cinnamon cream brioche pastries are the perfect breakfast-in-bed – fluffy discs of buttery brioche dough filled with a rich cinnamon pastry cream filling.
cinnamon cream brioche

I made you breakfast.

Like, a month ago.

And then…we kind of ate it all.

Can you ever forgive me??

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