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October 23, 2011

Two Hands On Deck

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Lazy Sunday

:mrgreen: this !

Faith and I met up for a walk this afternoon. Glorious, sunny, energizing.

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But upon getting back home, I promptly crashed onto the couch with my book, a blanket and this bowl of snacks – pretzels, tortilla chip crumbles, raw granola, grapes, nuts. I love little snack mixes like this! I used to have trail mix on hand at all times for a tide-me-over-but-don’t-fill-me-up snack, but I never think to buy it anymore.

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Matt came home at 6:30 and we put together dinner – in 10 minutes per usual! It helped to have two hands on deck.

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The main event was seared porkchops [local from the Organic Butcher] that we topped with a Bourbon Apple Sauce!! To make the apples, we chopped ‘em up and put them in a hot pan along with about 3 tbsp Maker’s Mark, 1/4 cup Dr. Pete’s Praline Mustard Glaze and about 1 tbsp brown sugar. We removed them from the heat while the pork cooked and then Matt put the whole mixture on top of the pork in its pan with more bourbon for 2 more minutes of cooking.

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I worked on steaming up some kale, which I seasoned with maple syrup, olive oil and salt.

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Toasty bread on the side!

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Spooky

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After dinner, of course, I had my cake on the brain! My REAL 29th birthday is on Wednesday 10/26 – is is proper etiquette to finish your cake before your birthday begins!?

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Matt and I have been watching the documentary Miss Representation – a film that explores how the media’s misrepresentation of women has led to the underrepresentation of women in positions of power and influence. It premiered on OWN on Thursday and we really enjoyed watching it. Some of the footage was quite unbelievable – a must see for both men and women.

Cheers –

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  1. Allie@LiveLaughEat says

    October 23, 2011 at 7:45 pm

    You gotta finish your cake so you can have a real birthday cake on 10/26! You know the 9 in the 29 is just 6 upside down, right? 🙂

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      October 23, 2011 at 7:46 pm

      I thought of that 🙂 Not sure how to make it come to life!?

      Reply
  2. Molly @ RDexposed says

    October 23, 2011 at 7:46 pm

    We caramelized apples this morning for our pancakes and the boy was tempted to put beer in the mix. Time doesn’t factor in beer decisions for us I suppose!

    Reply
  3. Lauren says

    October 23, 2011 at 7:48 pm

    I vote for 2 cakes…. One from your party and one for the actual day. Sounds good to me 😉 I love doing little snack mixes like that- they work for whatever I’m in the mood for!

    Reply
  4. Sana says

    October 23, 2011 at 7:49 pm

    No, you just need cake #2 on the 29th!!!

    Reply
    • Maria @ Sinfully Nutritious says

      October 23, 2011 at 7:55 pm

      I agree, you need a cake on your b-day!

      Reply
  5. katie @KatieDid says

    October 23, 2011 at 7:51 pm

    mmm pork chops and apple sauce (or chutney in this case) is one of my favorite meals and reminds me of childhood. I made that mean a few weeks back! Happy early birthday, the cake looks like its just as tasty as the day it was made!

    Reply
  6. Maria @ Sinfully Nutritious says

    October 23, 2011 at 7:55 pm

    Is that your backyard? I love it.

    The cake looks awesome, moist & decadent. I want a piece.

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      October 23, 2011 at 8:52 pm

      Nope, just a house we passed!

      Reply
  7. Justeen @ Blissful Baking says

    October 23, 2011 at 7:55 pm

    Wow, the bourbon apple sauce sounds fabulous!! I love how you can whip up dinner in ten minutes and still make it so fancy and special.

    I think you need another cake!! 🙂

    Reply
  8. Kelly @ Foodie Fiasco says

    October 23, 2011 at 7:55 pm

    It’s your cake! Eat it all! That documentary on OWN sounds great, and I love hearing about people speaking for women’s right. Happy Sunday! 😉

    Reply
  9. Becca says

    October 23, 2011 at 7:59 pm

    I love the cake. Is it really just four layers of Pumpkin Oh that haven’t been rolled up?

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      October 23, 2011 at 8:53 pm

      Yup! And extra icing 🙂

      Reply
  10. Sweet and Savvy says

    October 23, 2011 at 8:02 pm

    That apple glaze for the meat sounds delicious:)

    Reply
  11. Chloe (In Fine Feather) says

    October 23, 2011 at 8:06 pm

    I just blogged about Miss Representation – it’s very powerful & something I think the younger generation (like us) doesn’t think about as much as we should.

    Reply
  12. Jen says

    October 23, 2011 at 8:28 pm

    You look too young for 29! But I’m glad because I don’t feel “old” at 30 🙂

    I’ve only seen The Rosie Show on the O Network. Does it offer good shows overall?

    Reply
    • ~Christy @ wonderofallthings says

      October 23, 2011 at 9:55 pm

      Really, really good shows. Just watched the first episode of Super Soul Sunday (it’s 3 hours long but worth it). Visionaries is great. And her Lifeclass is good as well.

      Reply
  13. Anita says

    October 23, 2011 at 8:34 pm

    Happy Birthday Kath:
    Hope this is your best year ever !

    Reply
  14. Alaina says

    October 23, 2011 at 8:37 pm

    Your birthday is the same as my mom’s and my wedding anniversary!! Have a great birthday!! 🙂

    Reply
  15. Katie @ Peace Love and Oats says

    October 23, 2011 at 8:42 pm

    Happy almost birthday! Mine is on Sunday, but my brother told me he had intended to buy me a big cake (since cake is my favorite food ever) but now can’t since I found out I have a gluten intolerance a week ago… Lol he said he’d bake one but that would very dangerous. In other words, enjoy that cake!!!!

    Reply
  16. Valerie says

    October 23, 2011 at 9:02 pm

    I was just watching the trailer for Miss Representation. Ain’t it funny how things appear once they’ve been recognized? I’m happy to hear you enjoyed it…I’m very interested. Happy Birfday! My wedding anniversary is 6/26/10…it was a full moon!

    Reply
  17. Teal says

    October 23, 2011 at 9:08 pm

    I’m really glad you mentioned that documentary, Kath:

    “You get a woman, in the oval office, the most powerful person in the world…what’s the downside?

    You mean besides the PMS and the mood swings?”

    Ladies (and gents) reading this comment – if quotes like the above get you riled up and upset, watch the documentary. It’s where that quote came from.

    Reply
  18. Maureen says

    October 23, 2011 at 9:10 pm

    You need two cakes….case closed. 🙂

    Reply
  19. Paula Lanier says

    October 23, 2011 at 9:13 pm

    Could I get your pimento cheese recipe? Love your blog…you’re doing a great job! I look fwd to
    seeing in my email. 🙂

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      October 24, 2011 at 8:29 am

      I can’t share the Great Harvest one, but a PC recipe I’ve been making for year’s is Kelsey’s:
      http://bitesandbowls.com/2009/02/24/black-bean-burger-foreign-fries/

      Just be sure to hand-grate the cheese and don’t use bagged!

      Reply
      • Christine says

        October 24, 2011 at 1:12 pm

        Long time reader, first time commenter here! I’m curious as to why you say not to use bagged cheese?

        Reply
        • KathEats says

          October 24, 2011 at 1:14 pm

          Thanks for your comment!!

          Bagged cheese is often coated in cornstarch or other powders to keep it from sticking together in the bag – therefore it doesn’t melt as well or stick together (like you’d want pimento cheese to do) as freshly grated. I also think freshly grated has SO much more flavor

          Reply
          • Christine says

            October 24, 2011 at 3:52 pm

            That’s a great point I hadn’t thought about, thanks so much!

            Reply
  20. Julie H. of Spinach and Sprinkles says

    October 23, 2011 at 9:23 pm

    Eat that cake- and then get another one 😉 ….Or top your oatmeal with it.

    Reply
  21. Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says

    October 23, 2011 at 9:52 pm

    You have this way of making 10 minute meals still look gourmet. I can’t even make my hour long meals look that good…haha!

    Reply
  22. ~Christy @ wonderofallthings says

    October 23, 2011 at 9:52 pm

    OMG – the pork chops look (and sound) amazing!!! As good as they look (and sound)??

    Reply
  23. Ari @ Ari's Menu says

    October 23, 2011 at 10:18 pm

    Birthweek means you have no rules and can eat all the cake you want. Official birthweek protocol. Trust me, it’s documented somewhere. Happy birthweek to you!!!

    Reply
  24. Angel7 says

    October 23, 2011 at 10:21 pm

    Hopefully, there will be more cake for your actual birthday 🙂

    http://faithfulsolutions.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  25. Mama Pea says

    October 23, 2011 at 10:43 pm

    Thanks for the heads up on the documentary. I’m setting the DVR right now!

    Reply
  26. Lena @Fit on the Rocks says

    October 23, 2011 at 10:51 pm

    I’ve been looking for different ways to dress up a pork chop, and your recipe seem so simple and delicious! I can’t wait to try 🙂 Oh, and it’s always ok to eat the cake before your birthday, then maybe you’ll get another one on the actual day 😀

    Reply
  27. Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says

    October 23, 2011 at 11:10 pm

    Thanks for the info about Miss Rep. Never heard of it…sounds intriguing.

    I love the first pic. The sunlight and kitty and fall in the air…such a great shot!

    Reply
  28. Emily @ The Divine Carrot says

    October 23, 2011 at 11:34 pm

    Sounds a lot like what we did on our lazy Sunday! A long walk around our lovely Bavarian countryside followed by making dinner together (sweet potato lentil soup and homemade bread). I love perfect Sunday afternoons in the autumn… makes me just happy to be alive. 🙂

    Reply
  29. J3nn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says

    October 23, 2011 at 11:57 pm

    That cake looks delightful! I love the thick icing. Yum!! 🙂

    Reply
  30. Khushboo says

    October 24, 2011 at 12:20 am

    I still can’t believe Matt made that cake- look at those layers!

    Reply
  31. Fall Girl says

    October 24, 2011 at 1:09 am

    Hi Kath!
    Just found your blog. Was looking for an oatmeal bar recipe (found yours – looks great!), and have been browsing your blog for the past hour. Love it – the recipes sound fantastic, the site is very well-done – artful and thoughtful. I’m sure I’ll be back. 🙂
    I’m a mom of 15 mo. old twins. Before they came along my husband and I ate out A LOT (both with long commute and full days of work), but now I’m home with the kids (love it!) and constantly trying to find new ideas for healthy meals and snacks. I think I’ve found some inspiration!
    …Oh, the apple glaze sounds delish, BTW! I was introduced to Dr. Pete’s Praline Mustard Glaze by a co-worker, who would dump it on top of a full block of cream cheese and serve as a spread on crackers – amazing!!!!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      October 24, 2011 at 8:29 am

      Welcome Fall Girl!

      Reply
  32. Marijke says

    October 24, 2011 at 3:00 am

    I love the first two photos- it’s like they are radiating sunshine!
    I almost feel warm just by looking at them!

    Reply
  33. Irina says

    October 24, 2011 at 4:45 am

    You are such healthy eaters. No way my hubby would have all that kale but with no potatoes. I, on the the other hand, can eat veggies non-stop. Beautiful photos.

    Reply
  34. Hillary says

    October 24, 2011 at 5:58 am

    That cake wouldn’t have made it past the first day in my house—never mind until my actual birthday!

    Reply
  35. Lauren says

    October 24, 2011 at 6:00 am

    On my birthday, I like to prolong the cake experience the entire week. 🙂

    Reply
  36. Simply Life says

    October 24, 2011 at 6:28 am

    I’ve never heard of that documentary – good to know!

    Reply
  37. Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says

    October 24, 2011 at 6:37 am

    They did a screening of that movie at my school, but I had class during that time. I really want to see it!

    Reply
  38. Hope @ With A Side Of Hope says

    October 24, 2011 at 6:51 am

    That cake looks delicious! 🙂 I think if you finish the cake before you birthday, that only means that you need birthday cake #2! There is never too much cake!

    Reply
  39. Fran says

    October 24, 2011 at 7:03 am

    You can always have another cake for your Actual Birthday! My birthday was October 6 and I have declared the Birthday Month this year. I’ve been celebrating the whole month. As I calculate it, I have another week. I say, Keep Celebrating!

    Reply
  40. pam c says

    October 24, 2011 at 7:12 am

    Yep, its ok to finish the cake…that just means that you will get another one on your for real birthday..have a great day.

    Reply
  41. Ashley @ My Food 'N' Fitness Diaries says

    October 24, 2011 at 7:32 am

    Of course finishing your cake is appropriate before your “real” birthday… You just need a second one! Sounds like a perfect idea to me! 😉 The documentary you guys are watching sounds very interesting. I’d love to see it. I’ll have to check into it!

    Reply
  42. Katie says

    October 24, 2011 at 7:40 am

    If your dear husband makes you a cake that beautiful and delicious before your birthday it is certainly proper to finish it ASAP. And then, as long as you don’t have to make it, it is proper etiquette to consume more cake everyday until your birthday, on your birthday, and for as many days after your birthday as the cake lasts. Also, you are allowed to hint about what kind of a cake you want. My kids will turn 5 and 6 in November and it is also our anniversary month, my sister and MIL’s birthday, and Thanksgiving so we tend to celebrate all month long with plenty of pumpkin goodies and white almond sour cream cake in whatever shape the kids choose. Happy birthday week! You have certainly accomplished a lot in 29 years, most importantly being happy and healthy. Thanks as always for the wonderful blog!

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    • KathEats says

      October 24, 2011 at 8:29 am

      Haha – love the rules!

      Reply
  43. Celina says

    October 24, 2011 at 8:11 am

    I’m so glad you mentioned Miss Representation! I’m studying media and technology in school right now and one of my classes is how women are represented in the media! It is fascinating! Those in power need to take the responsibility to show women in the media as intelligent beings rather than sexualized objects. The ‘ideal woman’ is being naturalized in our society! We need to stop comparing ourselves to other women and stick together (It’s not a competition 😉 )

    Reply
  44. Lindsay says

    October 26, 2011 at 5:19 pm

    I love having two hands on deck as well, my hubs and I have been cooking together a lot lately, 1. to make it faster 2. to keep us motivated to stay on track! I love the pork chop idea, sounds delish…I’m a whiskey girl at heart:P

    Reply

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