Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Eating Local: Open-Faced Breakfast Sandwiches

I try and get my food as local as possible.  I’m not perfect, and I do fail with this at times, but I’m starting to get into the habit of always having this on the back of my mind when I enter the grocery store. Small changes can make a big difference in the long run.

There’s nothing that makes me more giddy and excited when I can create a meal with fresh, local ingredients.  Northern BC has a short growing season so there’s a little bit of a challenge with that.  But, there’s even more of a challenge during the winter months.  I love supporting local restaurants, especially ones that use ingredients from local farmers.  My dad has been a huge donator of freshly grown veggies, eggs & chicken to this household.  We purchase our beef locally (& yearly) and enjoy the benefits year round.  Farming was important growing up and my parents continue to inspire me constantly.  I’m always learning from them!

Thursday, March 27, 2014

Garlicky Shrimp Sandwiches

As I mentioned before, Gavin loves sandwiches.  I always like trying to find new ones that he would love.  So far, none of them can compare to a Chicken BLT that’s made at a local restaurant.  It’s literally the best sandwich ever made.  But we are not talking about that-though I find these pretty close.  I made these sandwiches last year and he loved them-but then I never made them again.   Luckily, I had them on my list to make again-score!  :)

Monday, January 20, 2014

Spicy Roasted Shrimp Sandwiches with Chipotle Avocado Mayonnaise

I never was a fan of sandwiches until I met Gavin.  His love for them made me appreciate them more and more.  He’s what you would call ‘a sandwich connoisseur’-he’s sooo opinionated about them.  His standards for them make mine high.  I think our favorite is a Chicken Clubhouse sandwich from a local restaurant in town-this is the best sandwich you will taste.  I wouldn’t attempt to recreate it because it’s so good!!

Friday, May 31, 2013

 Niçoise Salad Sandwiches

Happy Friday!

This month has passed by quickly, but not to my surprise.  I’ve been having a hard time fitting everything in lately-work has been crazy (unfortunately a part of this is my own fault for agreeing to do so much) and I don’t anticipate it to slow down until the end of July.  We’ve planted our flower gardens with perennials and our herb garden (I’m so in love with this already) is finished.  I’ve also joined a softball team so well…you get the idea.  I’m swamped!

Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013

Egg & Avocado Sandwiches

After a long day at work, I try to make something light and easy for dinner.  I found that I’ve made this sandwich frequently over the past month, and have yet to get tired of it.  It requires minimal prep-I usually serve it with one piece of rye and save the remaining for the next night. If you’re making it for two people I would recommend doubling the recipe.

Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2012

Cranberry Relish Turkey Sandwiches

I didn’t really care for sandwiches until I met Gavin.  I used to think they were boring and only make myself peanut butter and jelly sandwiches (once in a while I would change things up and make a cheese and onion sandwich *haha*).  Gavin just loves them, and usually goes ‘all out’ when making them.  The bigger the better!