Doughnuts and apple cider have their moments, but let’s talk about the real reason fall is so special: the return of paninis filled with melty cheese and roasted goodness, all between two perfectly golden, perfectly crunchy slices of bread. Disclaimer: I eat paninis year-round and I encourage everyone I know to do so. They’re a part of a…
I don’t always want tuna, but when I do… I really, really want it. I don’t know what brings on these tuna cravings, but I am powerless against them. I always have a few cans of tuna nearby specifically for these emergencies. One of these cravings hit me hard a few weeks ago, and luckily I had two…
Let me tell you about last weekend. And maybe the chicken feta paninis. You know, if we have time. So last weekend was the Gazelle Girl Half Marathon. It’s a women-only race in Grand Rapids and my friend had decided earlier in the year that she wanted the Gazelle Girl to be her first half marathon. I’m that…
Not gonna lie, I was a little surprised by how great this sandwich turned out. All the flavors worked together like they had known each other all their lives. The sandwich was creamy, full of flavor, and just the right amount of sweet. I used sprouted grain bread, but if you’re looking for something more substantial (like post-long…
This breakfast sandwich isn’t just for breakfast. Enjoy it literally any time, seriously! What a magical sandwich. This sandwich is also part of the Top 10 Foods for Runners series! This sandwich is actually like a triple win because it has whole grains, sweet potatoes, and eggs. If you want to read more about the benefits of eggs…
Grilled cheese is proof that beauty doesn’t have to be complicated. All you need is some bread, butter, and cheese to win over even the most hardened of hearts. I have nothing but fond memories involving this sandwich like when a drunk Jackson tried unsuccessfully to make one in a friend’s toaster at a party. Or when our…
When you live with a person who hates soup with a passion, creativity is key. Like with a standard grilled cheese: The addition of tomato soup is not an option. It’s soup after all, and soup is just unacceptable. What is acceptable? A small cup of soup (AKA grilled cheese ketchup) exclusively for dipping. What a weirdo. But hey,…
Eggplant kind of creeps me out. First of all, what kind of a name is eggplant? Did someone name it that as a joke and it just stuck? Was someone trying to make it sound unappealing? And what’s with the strange somewhat leathery, somewhat waxy skin? It can just be a rather off-putting vegetable in all honesty. How…
I’m thinking of opening a gallery of sorts. It will be titled: Humankind’s Greatest Combinations. Here’s a brief list of subjects either photographs of paintings will capture: Grilled cheese and tomato soup Long runs and Slurpees Dogs and humans Snacks and finish lines Those cinnamon sugar doughnuts from apple orchards and cider Naps and Saturday afternoons Dirt roads and…
I suppose I might as well introduce him now since he is my child and all. This is Wilson. He likes long walks in the park, giving hugs, and eating everything besides cucumbers and bananas. He has also become my running buddy. He runs like a high-school freshman cross-country runner. He sprints out ahead for the first quarter…