The Life List Round-Up #MoviesandMunchies

I chose the Netflix movie The Life List as our Movies and Munchies film this month.  It is a very touching movie that had me laughing one moment and crying the next.  

photo courtesy of Netflix

Asparagus Farro #SundayFunday

 Crisp, tender asparagus mixed with hearty, nutty farro is a delicious side dish or vegan main course. 

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are excited to welcome in Asparagus season.....

Getting ready for Island Life and the Weekly Menu

The Easter Leftovers are gone.  Time to decide what we will be eating around here this week.  I am still held captive in case I am needed for jury duty, so we couldn't take the trip out to see Chuck, whose birthday was yesterday.  

However, we do get to have our Angel Face for this weekend.  It was her Mama's Birthday on Thursday, and Daddy took her for a well-deserved, long weekend getaway.

Today is our German son, Max's, birthday.  We last saw him over a year ago when we visited Europe and we hope to see him again this Fall when we visit Italy.

Today is also the day that I lost my dear friend and soul sister, Kirsten.  Not a day goes by that I don't think of her.  I miss her terribly, but celebrate that she is safe and happy with her granddaughter and all the other angels in Heaven.

We have been having fun with our girl since she was dropped off yesterday.  Grampy and Uncle Doug are taking her to her soccer game today.  Aunt Amy and I are going to a vendor show and out to lunch with Cathy.  Grampy is making her spaghetti for dinner tonight.  It is her favorite meal to have when she visits.

We are attending a wine dinner with the Luths and Bonacorsis on Monday evening.  Tuesday, I have a hair appointment and am donating blood after receiving an SOS from the Red Cross advising that they are in great need of O+.  If you haven't donated in a while and are able, it is an easy and safe way to show love for others.

Then we will start packing and getting our dive gear ready for our trip to Anthony's Key Resort in Roatan.  

Banner page from Anthony's Key Resort website.

We are meeting with the others at a hotel near the airport on Friday evening, as our flight leaves at 6:30 am on Saturday.

So here is our Weekly Menu.  There will be no menu next week, but I will be sharing some recipes for events that are scheduled. What's going on in your life this week?

Saturday

Spaghetti

Sunday

Grilled Chicken

Jalapeno Popper Potato Salad

Monday

Wine Dinner at Testa Bara

Taco Tuesday

Baleados

Wednesday

Bratwurst and Red Cabbage

Thursday

Hamburgers

Friday

Dinner with Gang by Airport

 

Pizza Frittata #BrunchWeek

Pizza for breakfast? Absolutely, especially if all those wonderful flavors are cooked into a frittata.  Perfect for Brunch or Brinner, it will certainly be a hit with your resident pizza lover.

Welcome to the final day of Brunch Week 2025.......

Fruit and Granola Tart #BrunchWeek

This beautiful tart is perfect for brunch.  The crust can be made up to two days in advance, and it only takes minutes to fill and top it for serving.

Welcome to Day 2 of Brunch Week.......

I is for Italian Ice

Italy's version of a sno-cone is made with real fruit instead of just flavoring the ice with colored syrup.  It is a delightful, healthy treat.

I is for Italian Ice.....

BLT Eggs Benny #BrunchWeek

Candied Bacon, Spicy Arugula, Acidic Tomato, Savory Egg, and Bright Hollondaise for an explosion of flavors and textures in each bite.

It's time for Brunch Week 2025.......

Caramel Apple Tea Rub for Pork #SundayFunday

Boneless pork chops are seasoned with a caramel tea rub, pan-fried, and topped with sautéed apples.  This rub is very versatile and can be amended for use on any amount and/or cut of pork you desire.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are having a Tea Party......

Marinated Bean Salad, A Movie Review, and The Weekly Menu including Easter

This quick and easy salad, inspired by the Netflix Original Movie The Life List, goes together in a flash, starting with purchased marinated bean salad.

Shrimp Dip #SundayFunday

I had some leftover shrimp in my refrigerator.  There was not enough to make a meal or to put out as shrimp cocktail, so I made this dip as an appetizer for a family gathering.  It was a huge hit.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are sharing Seafood recipes today......

Two Italian Dinners, Two Wines from the Italian Alps, and a Book Review #ItalianFWT

The Italian Food Wine and Travel bloggers are visiting the Italian Alps today.  I have two wines from grapes grown in this area and two dishes that pay homage to the towns in the area.

I will start with a dish commonly found in the Alto Adige area that I served with a wine made in the USA with grapes imported from the foothills of the Italian Alps.

Sourdough Sandwich Bread and the Weekly Menu #LitHappens

This Sourdough Sandwich Bread is simple to make, but it does require an overnight rise so you need to plan ahead.

I was inspired to bake this bread while reading The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek.

Oka a'i #EattheWorld

This delicious tuna ceviche is a popular Samoan dish.  Make sure you use sushi-grade tuna and give yourself an hour or so before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

We are traveling to Samoa today as we Eat the World.......

H is for Hamburger

Lean Hamburger meat stir-fried with red peppers, carrots, jalapenos, and scallions in a savory, flavorful Thai-inspired sauce, served over steamed white rice and topped with a perfectly fried egg.

H is for Hamburger......

Carrot and Thyme Sourdough Boule #BreadBakers

A Rustic Sourdough Boule flavored with Shredded Carrots and Thyme is the perfect addition to your Easter Feast.

It's time for the Bread Bakers.........

Smoked Salmon Dip and a Book Review #SundayFunday

I love serving brunch buffets when celebrating with a large group of people.  I like having an assortment of dishes to offer my guests.  This smoked salmon dip is a perfect addition to the buffet.

The Sunday Funday Bloggers are serving up Brunch today......

Anchovy Pesto Toast and the Weekly Menu #CooktheBooks

Pesto and Anchovies are combined and placed onto sourdough bread, sprinkled with Mozzarella and toasted before being finished under the broiler. 

I was inspired to make this dish after reading The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club by Helen Simonson.