Strawberry Milkshake

I initially meant to make a smoothie but ended up with a dreamy beverage that rivals strawberry milkshakes I've ordered at popular fast food joints... and is healthier. Yep, I said it.

I bet Kitty likes pink drinks.

Challenging Ingredient: Canned Cream of Crab Soup

This was one of those evenings on which everyone looks at each other with the dreaded question: "What's for dinner?"  A brief rummage through the kitchen cupboard produced this unfamiliar item:

Condensed Cream of Crab Soup

The directions called for half-and-half and a gentle simmer on the stove.  But after I opened the can, I decided a bit more effort was necessary to transform the unappetizing gray, fishy substance that jiggled inside.  The end result was a delicious pot of soup without a hint of can flavor or fishiness.

Savory Baked Egg, Potato, and Carrots

This recipe is a cross between my favorite Creamy Baked Eggs and these fantastic buttery baked potatoes.  The result is a cozy dish that leaves you wanting more, even after your belly is full!  The potatoes have a nice chew on the outside and are fluffy inside, and the carrots soak up the creamy, garlicky sauce while adding a touch of sweetness to the dish.  The sauce is the star here.

Toppings on My Toast

There's nothing homemade about this snack, but my taste buds were so taken with the flavor combo that I thought I'd post it.

Creamy Baked Eggs for Christmas Breakfast

Merry Christmas!  In 2011, Relish magazine printed a yummy recipe for a dish called "Baked Eggs with Olives."  Unfortunately, the link to the original recipe (www.relish.com/recipes/baked-eggs-with-olives/) no longer works, but per my notes the recipe was credited to Chef Jenn Louis at Lincoln Restaurant in Porland, OR.  Below is my adaptation.