Last weekend included a project and fun food with my mom. I have been waiting to paint my kitchen for nearly five years. I saw the color the moment I stepped into my house as I moved in. A bright sunny yellow, the color of plaster walls soaked with sunshine in Tuscany. Brings peace to my mind and joy to my spirit. My mother came up for the occasion to help and offer guidance. We did a lot of laughing. However, before we embarked on our painting spree, we made great quesadillas to provide the energy and sustenance we would need to last til midnight.
Quesadillas are a family favorite, and I always like to try new things, making something a bit different than the norm. And while this is not a severe departure, it was new and fun for us, not to mention healthy and hearty. Hope you enjoy.
Black bean mixture - made with dried black beans (cooked), organic onion, cumin, sea salt, and pepper
Organic short and long grain brown rice
Organic ground beef with organic cumin, sea salt and pepper
Organic roma tomatoes
Organic onions
Fresh organic cilantro
Organic tortillas
Mixture of Italian cheeses
Fresh pico de gallo from a favorite local Mexican restaurant (El Toro rules!)
We stuffed these quesadillas full, and in turn, Mom and I were stuffed. With all the great food we indulged just a bit, eating a few bites of a light, delectable strawberry cake from another favorite local restaurant (Jim Gould's). Then, it was time to paint. Walls soaked with sunshine, hearty healthy food, a little sweet, and great fun with my mom does the body and soul good - at least it does this body and soul good.
To your health...and joy.
