6.20.2013

EMERALD VEGGIES WITH HONEY-SESAME DRESSING

I found this recipe in Vegetarian Times. Nic and I are making an attempt to not only eat better, but to eat more vegetables. I figured this was a good recipe to get our daily greens. I doubled the recipe with the exception of the bok choy and sesame seeds so that we'd have leftovers, which we ate the following day. I also went a bit heavier on the broccoli. The amount of sesame seeds seemed a bit much, but the toasted flavor was delish. See modified recipe below.
Ingredients:
  • 1 medium bok choy, separated into leaves
  • 1 lb. green beans, trimmed into 1in pieces
  • 3 cups small broccoli florets
  • 1 cup hulled sesame seeds
  • 4 Tbs. low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 Tbs. honey
  • 2 tsp. rice vinegar
Directions:
  • Set steamer over 1 inch simmering water in large skillet.
  • Fill medium bowl with ice water.
  • Arrange bok choy leaves in steamer. Cover and steam 5 to 6 minutes, or until leaves turn bright green. Plunge bok choy into ice water, drain and pat dry, slice and transfer to serving bowl.
  • Arrange green beans in steamer. Cover and steam 5-10 minutes, or until tender. Remove with slotted spoon, plunge into ice water, then drain and pat dry. Add to bok choy mixture.
  • Arrange broccoli florets in steamer. Cover and steam 3 minutes, or until tender. Plunge into ice water, then drain and pat dry. Add to bok choy mixture.
  • Toast sesame seeds in small skillet over very low heat for 5 minutes, or until golden. Gently shake pan often (Watch closely as seeds can scorch quickly). Grind toasted seeds with mortar and pestle or in food processor until just flaky, about 12 seconds. Transfer ground seeds to small bowl. Stir in soy sauce, honey, vinegar, and 2 Tbs. water. Toss vegetables with sesame seed dressing and enjoy!

6.08.2013

FOR LOVE OF THE BRAND

Last winter a friend of ours approached us about helping him build a trailer for his business, More Than More. Nic and I had wanted to make our BMW work shirts for a while and this project was the perfect excuse to do so. This trailer build was my first introduction to welding and our work shirts provided protection from the welding splatter. These shirts show our passion and devotion to classic BMWs. Also, I prefer to look good even if I'm getting dirty in the garage.

5.31.2013

HILLTOP OASIS

This past weekend was spent with amazing friends on a hilltop in Eastern Washington. My good friend Chelsea has a family cabin that sits on 40 acres of pure bliss. Katie and her husband James accompanied us as well as our friend Spencer whose better half was missing due to work. We packed in a ton of activities as well as food. We bowled down the hillside, golfed into the tall grass, swam, hiked, watched movies, played games and laughed the whole time. We didn't have a ton of video, but I managed to pull together a short film. I tried to limit the number of photos in this post, but that proved to be quite challenging as there were 740 photos to sort through. Enjoy!


5.30.2013

BREWERS BASEMENT

Since I love beer so much I've decided to start reviewing all of the wonderful craft beers we enjoy. This week I'm reviewing The Mens Room Red by Elysian Brewing Company.

Brewed for the Mens Room radio show on 99.9 KISW The Rock of Seattle, Mens Room Red is amber in color with a light hop aroma and toasty malty finish. This beer has a sweet caramel nutty start with subtle bitter hops. The hop flavor becomes more potent as the beer warms in temp. I would consider this beer to be a tri-season brew, crisp enough for spring and summer yet has enough bite for fall. Mens Room Red is great for the hop curious, those who are not yet ready to brave the bold hops of an India Pale Ale (IPA). The subtle hops linger after each sip leaving you longing for more. Cheers!

5.23.2013

LOST WITHOUT YOU

I love these hand painted leather jackets. Makes me think of Sons of Anarchy

5.22.2013

MORNING JAMS

Nic often sends me morning jams to listen to at work. I thought I might share this mornings Jam by Flight Facilities. Enjoy!