Archives for September, 2009
I am sleep deprived
Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
We have a bedtime ritual and getting her to sleep is rarely a problem. However, Izzy still wakes frequently throughout the night. We get up and check on her each time. Most times when we get to her we find that she is hot, cold, teething or gassy. Sometimes I think she has nightmares. [...]
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread
Monday, September 28th, 2009
* 2 cups sugar
* 2 cups canned pumpkin
* 1/2 cup canola oil
* 1/2 cup fat-free vanilla pudding
* 4 large egg whites
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Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal
Monday, September 28th, 2009
* 1 cup old fashioned oats, not quick cook
* 1 Tbs whole flax seeds, optional
* 2 1/2 Tbs brown sugar, packed
* 1/2 tsp cinnamon
* 1/4 tsp allspice
* 1/8 tsp nutmeg
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Creamy Pumpkin Pasta
Monday, September 28th, 2009
2 garlic cloves
2 tbsp olive oil
1 pound package of Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage (removed from its casing)
2/3 cup to 2 cups pumpkin puree (depending on your personal taste)
1 can chicken broth
¼ cup half & half
½ cup sour cream (low-fat or fat free)
¼ tsp nutmeg
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp white pepper
1 tsp sage
2 tbsp fresh parsley, minced
¼ [...]
Where in the world have I been?
Monday, September 28th, 2009
I can’t believe it’s been several weeks since my last post. I think my last entry was written on the day before Isadora started to walk. Now that she’s mobile, I have a heck of a time trying to keep up with her, let alone do something as self-indulgent as write a blog entry.
I’ll [...]