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Thanks for joining me for another Nine Favorite Things post.
{my favorite little guy}
Happiest Sunday everyone! Excited to be sharing yet another favoriteโs post today. I canโt tell you guys how much I am loving writing these posts. I write so much about food, that itโs fun to talk with you guys about my other interests, and whatโs happening in my life outside of cookingโฆ
Speaking of which, my momโs entire side of the family was in town this past week, and for some of them, this was the very first time theyโd been out to visit us in Colorado. Everyone stayed with my parents, so it was quite a packed house. They did one carry out dinner, but for the rest, I made my guacamoleโs, salsaโs, and Friday night pasta dish all from the HBH cookbook.ย I also made carnitasโฆand a few too many cakes. Even though I was pretty busy, it was really great getting to see everyone, and Iโm so glad they finally made the trip out. Canโt wait to see them all again soon, but next time back in Cleveland, for the Indianโs Home Opener. My brother Red is throwing out the first pitch, so my entire family will be headed back to Ohio. Canโt wait.
Coming up on the blog this week, Iโm sharing some of my favorite recipes of the month, a new Mediterranean recipe, a very springy tart, and one of my favorite cakes. Iโll also be sharing a new studio barn post, so be on the look out for that! In the meantime, enjoy todayโs favorites and check out my menu for the week below!
1. Inspiring me this Week.
Julia Engel of Gal Meets Glam: I started following Julia about a year ago on Instagram and I have quickly become so inspired by her. Not only has she created a gorgeous blog, sheโs built a brand that is truly inspirational. From her beautifully laid out Instagram, to her detailed travel posts and guides, to her make-up tips and tricks, to her daily emails that have you excitedly checking your inbox, to the start of her own dress line, Gal Meets Glam Collection.ย Julia is truly doing it all, and with so much passion. She built Gal Meets Glam from the bottom up and I am so inspired by her work ethic, authenticity, and passion. And I of course love seeing her gorgeous photos of the blooming spring flowers. If you havenโt yet checked out Gal Meets Glam, Iโd take an hour or two this Sunday to scroll through what has becomeย their site, as Juliaโs husband Thomas joined her full time a few years back in their successful venture. Itโs simply gorgeous and the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
2. Six Randomย Things about Me.
- I have a love hate relationship with the name Half Baked Harvest. I love it because it symbolizes my crazy and very โhalf bakedโ family, along with my love of โhalf bakedโ cookies (because everyone knows under baked cookies are the best). I also love it because harvest is one of my favorite words. I hate it because it is so commonly associated with marijuana. But maybe itโs time to get over that and try to just embrace it. It probably brings me some extra attention, so hey, maybe itโs a bonus?
- I hate having my picture taken, but on the flip side, Iโm getting much more comfortable in front of the camera. Baby steps.
- My favorite TV show growing up was Gilmore Girlsโฆand it will probably forever be my favorite.
- I didnโt know anything about photography when I started HBH. I bought my first camera off my brother Malachi, who taught me the basics. I googled everything elseโฆand still google anything I donโt know. And when that doesnโt work, I bug Kai and he always helps me out.
- I had a lot of anxiety growing up, and while I still have anxiety, working hard on HBH has helped me to instead focus my anxious energy into growing a brand that I am so proud of.
- Tomato paste is honestly one of my favorite foodsโฆso weird.
3. My favorite Picks for Easterโฆ
dinner plate | bunny platesย | pastel linen napkinsย | porcelain cake stand
carrot layer cake pan | spring spatulas | petter rabbit cupcake kitย | white Easter basket
4. Dreaming of Spring Flowersโฆ
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My favorite pins from my FLOWERS Pinterest boardย to bring you spring vibes.
5. New Video:
Homemade Vegetable Potstickers with Sesame Honey Sauceโฆhomemade is always BEST.
6. Six St. Patrickโs Day Recipes:
Irishmanโs Beef Brisket Burrito
Irish Pub Spinach and Artichoke Melt
Jameson Whiskey Blue Cheese Burger
An Irishmanโs Mac and Cheese
One Bowl 8 Ingredient Irish Coffee Fudge Brownies
7.ย A Few Links I am Lovingโฆ
Olivia Culpo covets combat boots and pinky ringsโฆher ideal food day is on point.
15 chic Italian homesโฆthat are all for rent. OMG.
the best Trader Joes products of all timeโฆ4 wordsโฆpeanut butter filled pretzels.
exactly what a healthy day looks likeโฆlove how real (and doable) this post it.
Sunday pastaโฆwith burrata. yes.
7 unexpected food combosโฆall about that sea salt and watermelon. How about you?
forget perfectionโฆwhy everyone wants you to be real on social media.
hair and make-up with Daphne Ozโฆlove her 5 minute routine.
8. Spring Style Picks Under $50โฆ
wide leg jeans | mini dress | floral swing dress | zip front jumpsuit
9. This Weekโs Dinners:
Monday: Broccoli Cheddar Melts
Tuesday: Best Easy Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Souvlaki and Potatoes
Wednesday:ย 30 Minute Artichoke and Pea Rigatoni Pasta
Thursday: Coconut Lime Chicken Curry with Rice Noodles
Friday: Pesto Potato and Burrata Pizza
Check out all the pastย Favoritesย postsย here.
This post was originally published on March 11, 2018
Hello, love your blog and all the posts but specially the โnine favourite thingsโ ones! I am from Portugal and we donโt get a lot of snow here so I am not onto the winter olympics a lot but this year I watched it knowing that you litlle brother would be there and it felt like I knew your family ๐
I follow your posts for a few years and it is an inspiration. Your photos are amazing. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much Maria! I love that you supported my brother and continue to follow my blog! It is so sweet to hear!
Your dog is so gorgeous!!! What kind of dog is it?? Also, I need to make those brownies, they instantly made my mouth water! ๐
Hi Heather! He is a mini Australian Shepherd.. but they recently renamed the American Shepherds. I hope you love the brownies. Let me know how they turn out for you! Thanks!
LOVED stumbling upon your favorites for this week! I, too, have recently discovered Julie from GMG. My husband and I are currently traveling (we moved into a motor home โ call us crazy!) and are in Charleston for 3.5 weeks. It would be so neat to run into her and her husband doing some photo sessions around town! Fingers crossed. ๐ Anyway, Iโm wondering if you would do a post (or maybe you have already and I havenโt found itโฆ) on learning more about your as a food blogger. What tips and recommendations do you have for getting started? How do you stay focused for your work day (without browsing on everyone elseโs feeds/instagrams/websites) and where/how do you allocate your free time? Iโm trying to get started and have realized that my biggest struggle is just getting started (and losing motivation because of what the blog is NOT so far). I have thought about Food Blogger Pro (which you seem to be an advocate of) to give me more direction. Iโm sorry for the ramble, but Iโm hoping you can shed some light. I truly admire your work, dedication, and the art of what you do. I can tell youโre a beautiful soul, which is why I love following you. Thank you for being authentic! ๐
Wow that is so fun! I will look into doing a post about that, Danielle! I am so glad you are enjoying my recipes and photos, that seriously is why I love blogging! Thank you!
That would be awesome! Thanks for considering it. ๐
ConfessionโฆIโve made the 8 ingredient brownies with Baileyโs twice in the last week!
I am so glad youโre enjoying them!! No shame in making them twice a week.. totally would do the same haha! Thank you Angela!
Hey Tieghan,
Hapky Sunday and I hope you had a nice time with your momโs family. The spring flowers look beautiful and I like your Easter ideas. I made my mom your spring Buddha bowl tonight and she loved it. ๐ Thank you! Maybe Iโll make her your sweet potato and salmon soba noodle bowl tomorrow? Iโm looking forward to your tart recipe! Haha and more cake recipes. ๐ Do you have any (or have thought of doing any) cake or muffin recipes with lemon curd and elderflower or coconut? I feel like those would be a good combination.
Also, thatโs nice that youโre able to channel your anxiety through HBH (and hopefully the new studio barn!). Maybe the new space will help with that too and be a good place to relax and let your creativity go wild.
Iโm looking forward to this weeks posts and hope all is well.
Hi Kristin! Thank you, I had an amazing time with my momโs side of the family! I am so glad your mom enjoyed the Buddha bowl! Thank you!!
I just want to say how much I love your website. As a photographer, I love the photos but all the recipes have been a success. At the beginning of each week I chose 3-4 to try. My family thanks you because we are no longer eating the same boring stuff.
Awh that is amazing! Thank you Jennifer, I hope you continue to love my recipes!
Aww I love your blog name! I originally thought the meaning behind โHalf Baked Harvestโ came from half the recipes being categorized into baking and the other half into more savory cooking, though! Thanks for being one of my favorite food blogs to follow ๐
Thank you so much Lauren! I am so glad you are enjoying the recipes I share and I hope you continue to!
You mentioned a new banana bread recipe in your Friday post -is it forthcoming?
Not in the next month, but possibly in April! Please let me know if you have other questions. Hope you love this recipe! Thanks! ๐
Have you ever heard of the Gilmore Guys podcast? I also love Gilmore Girls, and this podcast is one of my favorite things ?
I have not.. but I totally need to check that out!
Iโll be at the Indianโs Home opener too! Weโll be cheering on Red. Try the Spaghetti and Meatballs pizza at Danteโs inside Progressive Field. Very unique and very tasty.
That is so exciting! Thank you Ben!
Hi, Iโm french (so sorry for my English) and Iโm following you still one year!! And I really love your recipes, your blogs and all the beautiful pictures youโre taking.
I also want to congrats you for your book, I received him 3 days before for my birthday and itโs really an amazing work :). So thank you for all, and continue make us dreaming of beautifuls flavors !!! ๐
Thank you so much Lรฉa! I am so glad you enjoy my recipes and the book especially! Let me know what you make from it! ?
I have always put salt on my watermelon (and most melons in general). It now translates over to my races and itโs my go to fuel to keep my salt intake balanced. ๐
Iโm also dreaming of spring flowers. Iโm staying my aunt at the moment and her garden is amazing and starting to come back to life after a hard winter. Super excited to make some meals inspired by them ๐
I bet that is so pretty to watch her garden coming back and starting to grow again! Thank you Jessica!
Glad I stumbled upon your site months ago, one of the few I read every word besides the recipes. Charming and refreshing, it is! Inspired/inspiring recipes accompanied by artfully curated photography. And, knowing that Red is your brother made Olympics watching even more fun. Thanks for sharing your talents and life with us.
Thank you so much Betsy! I am so glad you enjoy my blog and what I write about!
YAY! Gilmore Girls forever, haha.
YES!
I have been staring at your featured photo of your doggy for ten minutes. It is sooo beautiful! Amazing that you are a self-taught photographer, this gives me hope.
And your brownies look so good, I will have to try them soon!
Thank you so much Jenny! I hope you love these brownies!