I feel like I haven’t been cooking as much this summer, when I think the truth is, I just have gotten way to used to cooking as much as I do and it doesn’t feel like as much. The other day I knocked out three different cupcakes and icing and realized it didn’t take all day and wasn’t that big a deal. I remember when piping icing used to be huge ordeal. I need a new hobby.
Speaking of hobbies, I really want washi tape. Not sure why. But it seems all cute and crafty. Which I am neither.
Here’s my ‘I haven’t been cooking’ summer round up photo…
And a killer recipe for summertime barbecue side dish!
Watermelon Salad with a Balsamic Reduction
from Damn Delicious who has it hanging out over at Naturebox
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 6 cups diced seedless watermelon
- 4 oz crumbled black pepeprcorn feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tbs olive oil
Preparation:
Chop the watermelon into bite sized pieces and toss with fresh mint and feta. Add the olive oil and gently toss to combine.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the balsamic vinegar to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer about 4 minutes. Let cool.
When balsamic reduction has cooled, drizzle over watermelon salad. Serve
Nutmeg Nanny
Friday 9th of August 2013
Looks so tasteful and refreshing :) I love balsamic!
Elizabeth @ SugarHero.com
Tuesday 6th of August 2013
So what I hear you saying is, you're so awesome at cooking, it doesn't feel like you're doing any cooking? That's a good place to be! :) Love the sound of this watermelon salad--I'm all about semi-savory watermelon this summer!
Kate from Scratch
Thursday 1st of August 2013
Looks wonderful! Love the balsamic reduction with it too. Delicious!
Belinda @zomppa
Wednesday 31st of July 2013
Don't worry about not cooking as much over the summer! Maybe you can washabi tape this....
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain
Wednesday 31st of July 2013
OMG! My hubs would go bonkers over this!! Must actin ASAP.