Category Archives: Notes from a Messy Kitchen

Favorite recipes, experimentation, dinner parties, impromptu meals, big hits and even huge misses shared here.

Is There Such a Thing as Too Simple for a Food Blog? + BBQ Tofu with Cajun Sweet Potatoes and Kale Chips

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Johanna Elsemore

When I was making this dish, I had no intentions of turning it into a blog post.   “This isn’t a recipe,” I thought.  “This is just me quickly throwing together some ingredients I have on hand to satisfy my … Continue reading →

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Road Race Addictions and Pumpkin Garlic Knots

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Johanna Elsemore

What do road races and pumpkin garlic knots have in common? They’re both terribly addicting. Really, I have a problem.  In the days leading up to every single race, I grumble about how much I’d rather have my money back … Continue reading →

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Meet the Juices: How to do Your Very Own DIY Blue Print Cleanse

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Johanna Elsemore

As many of you know, last week I did a three day DIY Blue Print Cleanse, making all of my juices from scratch in my new Breville juicer (read my summaries of day 1, day 2, and day 3 here). … Continue reading →

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Monday Morning Meet-Up: Cinco de Mayo Celebrations and a Campus Tour

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Johanna Elsemore

I had so much fun on Cinco de Mayo that I almost didn’t get to write this post.  That’s what happens when you fall asleep on the couch at 8:00pm with your shoes on.  So you will have to rely mostly on … Continue reading →

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A Vegan Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Johanna Elsemore

Happy Cinco de Mayo!  I hope you’re celebrating with delicious Mexican food and a nice cold beverage.  I know I will be!  Today, I’m planning to savor some greasy Mexican food and imbibe far more margaritas than the Surgeon General … Continue reading →

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Thai Coconut Lentil Curry

Posted on May 4, 2013 by Johanna Elsemore

Do you ever try on a bunch of different outfits – trying to decide between a blouse or a tank, boots or pumps, whether to accessorize with bangles or a statement necklace – only to find that what really looks … Continue reading →

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Vegan Seduction and Crunchy Thai Quinoa Salad

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Johanna Elsemore

As of late, I’ve found myself seduced by proponents of a plant based diet.   Interestingly enough, the strongest persuader has been the sheer quantity and quality of delicious vegan options, both at restaurants and at home.  I recently enjoyed a … Continue reading →

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These Are All of My Favorite Things: Shrimp, Bacon and Figs with Goat Cheese Quinoa and Fig Balsamic

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Johanna Elsemore

You know the old classic song from the Sound of Music, “These are a few of my Favorite Things”?  I’m pretty sure it was written about this dish.  And that it was originally called “These are all of my Favorite Things.” … Continue reading →

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Monday Morning Meet-Up: A Busy Week It’s Been

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Johanna Elsemore

So much has happened in the past week.  It’s amazing how it’s flown by, yet last weekend seems so long ago!  Last Saturday, Dad arrived talking about all of the travelers with their shoes strapped to their bags headed to … Continue reading →

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Korean BBQ Pizza with Kimchi and Prosciutto

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Johanna Elsemore

My Pinterest boards are covered in Kimchi as of late:  Korean Meatloaf, Kimchi Sweet Potato Salad, Korean Pulled Pork.  In fact I’d venture to say that kimchi is my latest “trigger ingredient.”  Betcha didn’t see that one coming!  But I’m totally intrigued … Continue reading →

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