Friday, December 9, 2011

Pups


I can't help but take pictures of them, they are just such great subjects

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

ART + Brunch

A few Sundays ago, we all had a delicious brunch and saw some art by a few great local artists...







the artist and son

Baked Eggs and Hashbrown Casserole

Hashbrown casserole is the perfect potato side dish for a brunch.  It can also be prepared ahead of time and baked prior to serving; overall, it is a very easy recipe! 

  • Hashbrown Casserole
  • (Serves 6-8)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 4 oz low fat sour cream
  • 1 (10.5 oz) can of low sodium condensed cream of celery soup
  • 8 oz shredded cheddar and Monterrey jack cheese (put 1 oz aside for topping)
  • 1 (30 oz) package of frozen shredded potatoes, thawed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • Directions: Preheat oven to 350 F. Spray casserole dish with cooking spray.  In a small frying pan, cook onions and garlic with olive oil until translucent (~4 minutes).  Pour into a large bowl and add sour cream, celery soup, cheese, potatoes, salt and pepper.  Mix well; pour into prepared casserole dish. (Refrigerate if you aren't cooking right away)  Top with remaining 1 oz of cheese and bake for 45 minutes or until top is browned and bubbly. 
  • Substitutions: I like to use half the potatoes and add one shredded zucchini and one shredded sweet potato for color and added nutrients!