Tomato, Kale, and Basil Frittata

This was going to be last Monday's post, but alas my pictures disappeared. So I made the frittata again last night.

I started with this recipe, but of course I had to play with it a bit, and take advantage of what I had on hand.

6 large eggs, beaten well
1 cup shredded cheese (I used a Mexican blend)
garlic salt
pepper
1 cup chopped kale
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat olive oil over medium high heat in an oven proof skillet (I use my iron skillet) until the oil shimmers. Blend eggs, 1/2 cup cheese, kale, basil, garlic salt, pepper and pour into hot skillet. Top with tomato slices and remaining 1/2 cup of cheese. DO NOT STIR. Allow eggs to set until they begin to pull away from the sides of the skillet. Transfer the skillet to oven and allow to bake for 8-10 minutes. Remove from skillet onto warmed plate and serve hot or at room temperature. Serves 6.

Quick and tasty, and it's easy to substitute with whatever vegetables and cheeses you have on hand. 

Happy eating!

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Whole Wheat Craisin Muffins

Made these Saturday night to have with our frittata and cabbage salad. It was a tasty dinner if I do say so myself!

1 cup flour
1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 cup oatmeal
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
3 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 egg, slightly beaten
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3/4 cup buttermilk (I keep powdered buttermilk on hand)
3 tbsp applesauce
1/2 cup craisins

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin. Mix all dry ingredients in a large bowl. Mix remaining ingredients in a smaller bowl, and stir until well blended (I used a fork). Pour liquid mixture (including craisins) into dry, and stir until combined. Portion into prepared tin, and bake for 17-20 minutes.

Happy eating!

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The Simple Woman's Daybook

FOR TODAY . . . September 10, 2013

Outside my window . . . it's still hot, but beginning to look a bit like autumn. My driveway is covered in tulip poplar leaves and my cherry tree is nearly bare.

I am thinking . . . about my dear bestie, CCD, as today is her birthday. Amazing that we have been friends for 36 years! How time does fly.

I am thankful . . . for some good conversations of late that are helping organize some thoughts in my head. A quote from the Harry Potter series my daughter shared with me in particular --

In the kitchen . . . Sunday night we had a frittata, and last night we black beans and rice, steamed kale, cornbread, sliced apples.

I am wearing . . . one of my favorite gowns. This one is from North Style.

I am creating . . . still working on that afghan for a baby that's due any day now. I've also got to restring a rosary that's not as tight as it needs to be.

I am going . . . nowhere today if I can help it. I love a day where I can stay home all day!

I am wondering . . . if a friend is coming for dinner tonight. And about a lot of other things as well.

I am reading . . . The House on Octavia Street by Jacqueline La Tourrette

I picked it up from the free bin at our local used book store. I started it last night, and it's very intriguing.

I am looking forward to . . . having my anxiety decline. It is always frustrating when I don't know what's driving the anxiety.

I am hearing . . . my phone notifying me of a text message. It may be one of those days, with phone calls and texts.

Around the house . . . things are looking more autumn-ish. I did some decorating last week and continuing to clean and organize this week. Dh sprayed for spiders over the weekend as we seem to have more than usual this fall. The old wives tales would say this is evidence of a bad winter to come.

I am praying . . . . for my friends whose babies are due this month. Also for several people struggling with cancer. It is so sad to watch so many people in pain and know there is so little I can do to help them.

One of my favorite things . . . is a good walk and talk. I had one with the hubs on Saturday, and another yesterday with my daughter. Killing 2 birds with 1 stone as well.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . we are getting a new mattress and box springs set delivered today. A meeting tomorrow, Precepts Bible class on Thursday, a meeting on Friday. Walk and talk on Saturday with the hubs, and worship on Sunday (and NFL football!)

Here is a picture for thought I am sharing . . . 

a new coloring book for play and relaxation

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Top 10 Food Related Posts for 2013

#1 -- Garden Chicken Pasta

#2 -- DIY Pancake Mix

#3 -- Tomato Kale Basil Frittata

#4 -- Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

#5 -- Easy Cheesy Grits

#6 -- Ham and Cheese Quiche

#7 -- Winter Sangria

#8 -- Banana Pear Bread

#9 -- Apple Oat Crumble

#10 -- Hurricane Oatmeal Cake

The Simple Woman's Daybook

FOR TODAY . . . April 8, 2014

Outside my window . . . another gray morning here. Back in the 40s as well. Spring has been schizophrenic so far this year. Oh well, the cherry tree blossoms are still lovely even against the cloudy backdrop.

I am thinking . . . about better moods around the house.

I am thankful . . . a day of "therapy" with my bestie yesterday. Good conversation with a trusted friend is better than just about anything else I know.

In the kitchen . . . a couple of cakes this past weekend -- Hurricane Oatmeal and Hedgehog's Yellow Cake -- two of our favorites. Roasted pork tenderloin, a frittata, and more slaw.

I am wearing . . .  my new gown (from the hubs for my birthday), my robe, and faux Crocs.

I am creating . . . a better attitude about myself. My season of Lent is nearing its end and I can feel that God has used this time to strengthen me and help me see myself as he sees me.

I am going . . . to have the house to myself all day as dh and dd are both at work all day and ds has school and work as well.

I am wondering . . . about my 20 year old's moodiness. I can't remember if this is normal behavior or not. Sending up extra prayers for him lately.

I am reading . . . I'm sort of in between books right now. I need to look over my "to read" shelf and pick something.

I am looking forward to . . . our trip to Gatlinburg this weekend. Dh and I haven't been away together in I can't remember when. We are staying at a B&B we've stayed at before and have plans to try out the Zipline and Ropes Course. Should be exciting and perhaps a bit scary!

I am hearing . . . the dogs letting me know it's time for breakfast.

Around the house . . . a bit of chaos. Things have been busy and when I've had time to clean I've chosen other things instead. There's a big shock! LOL!

I am praying . . . for a friend with a brain tumor, and dh's cousin who is struggling with cancer and emphysema.

One of my favorite things . . . is morning quiet. I love having time to slowly rejoin the noisy world, but I love sleep as well. Sometimes the two strain against each other.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . pretty much the usual suspects until Friday when dh and I leave for our weekend getaway. Wheeeeeeeew!

Here is a picture for thought I am sharing . . . 

my Easter tea mug

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