Seedy Soba Noodles with Asian Herbs
I’m sort of mesmerized by how DJ Khaled keeps dropping fire singles what seems like every other week. He’s been around forever (remember We Takin’ Over??), and I feel like people used to hate on his cheesy “hip hop,” but all of a sudden he’s making bangers with everyone and their mother, including Beyoncé and…
Read MoreSausage and Apple Risotto with Goat Cheese
Something truly terrible happened last week. I was at an event in Chicago, and I ran into a guy at the bar. We’d been introduced a few times before, but he’s an actor and meets a ton of people on the reg, so I just assumed he wouldn’t remember me. I hate these types of…
Read MoreCasual Friday: Coconut-Banana French Toast Cups
These (dairy-free!) French Toast Cups couldn't be easier, and they're the perfect addition to a healthy breakfast/brunch spread. TGI(Casual)F, people. We’ve got Coconut-Banana French Toast Cups, random musings, and internet stuff to cover, so let’s get right to it. First, these French toast cups are ridiculously awesome. A coconut milk-based custard dressed up with mashed bananas, brown sugar and a…
Read MorePeanut Butter and Bacon French Toast with Caramelized Bananas
DISCLAIMER: The absolute ridiculousness you see on your screen in no way represents Domesticate ME!’s core values. I would not recommend consuming this French toast on a regular basis (or even a semi-regular basis), and yes, it will give you a mild bellyache if you hit it too hard. It is not Dude Diet approved,…
Read MoreMashed Potato Pancakes with Goat Cheese and Chives
Tomorrow is the big day, and I couldn’t be any more excited than I am right now. In a last minute change of plans, yours truly is hosting Wolf family Thanksgiving this year. My mother, sister, and brother-in-law will be making a very uncharacteristic trek downtown tomorrow afternoon to feast in my living room. (Traveling…
Read MoreSkillet Cornbread
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been participating in the Food Network’s Sensational Sides project this spring. Each week, myself and several other genius food bloggers come up with side dishes that correspond to a given theme. This week’s theme: Kid-friendly. Yikes. I’ve mentioned before that I’m not exactly the biggest fan of kids. I…
Read MoreMashed Sweet Potatoes with Goat Cheese, Sage and Pepitas
I was walking along the West Side Highway last week when a girl ran by me in the most insane “shoes” I have ever seen. They were sort of like a skinny version of Moon Shoes, and she bounced approximately 3 feet in the air with each stride. Much to my delight, I saw her…
Read MoreCinnamon French Toast Bake with Bacon
Since I’m not particularly religious, I tend to rank holidays in terms of presents, activities, and food (not necessarily in that order). Therefore, I am very much looking forward to this Sunday, since Easter ranks pretty high in all three of these categories. I can’t wait to spend what Wikipedia calls “the most important and…
Read MoreBirthday Beer Butt Roast Chicken
It’s my birthday, bitches! Obviously, my birthday is my favorite day of the year. However, this year’s birthday marks the exit from my early twenties, which is both terrifying and an uncomfortable life transition. Not to be overly melodramatic, but getting old stresses me out. As of about 7 hours ago, I am 26…
Read MoreSausage and Apple Stuffing
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. I like the premise of being thankful (thank you for reading this blog), spending time with the people you love, and celebrating with a ridiculously indulgent feast. Personally, I have very happy memories of spending Thanksgiving day cooking with my mom while my brother played video games, and my sister…
Read MoreBaked Pizza Chicken and Cheesy Garlic Bread
“Move out of your comfort zone. You can only grow if you are willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new.” -Brian Tracy I’m not the greatest with kids. So, when Logan asked me last week if I would cook dinner for Daniel, the high school student that he mentors, I…
Read MoreWe’re BACK!
“Absence makes the heart grow fonder.” ~Wise Dude Hello friends and devoted followers! I would like to deeply apologize for the lack of activity on DomesticateMe this summer. There are several reasons for our prolonged absence. First, Liberty received her pastry diploma in June! Can I get a “OUI, CHEF!”? She will elaborate on exactly…
Read MoreFabulous French Toast
Always do sober what you said you’d do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut. ~Ernest Hemingway This past Friday your two favorite chefs packed their bags and boarded a (disgustingly early) train to meet Liberty’s family and some friends in St. Emilion for the weekend. Just outside of Bordeaux, this romantic little…
Read MorePresenting: Daniel’s Birmingham Grits
He obviously needs our help. Soon after he learned that I had started this blog, my very good friend Daniel began pestering me to do a post just for him. I didn’t really feel like it, so I tricked Liberty into doing it! Liberty: At dinner last night (amidst caviar and vodka shots…
Read MoreIt’s not a party unless somebody gets EGGED…
“If you don’t like my cooking, lower your standards.” –Anonymous Friday night we gathered the troops for a comforting American feast. The meal was simple but with enough gourmet twists to impress Fifi and our guests. We decided to start with guacamole and homemade pita chips, followed by hamburgers (since apparently ground turkey meat does…
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