Tuesday was such a hectic day and all I wanted to do was shut down my computer and go home. When I have days like this I like to focus on my work and get as much done as possible. Not only does it give me a sense of accomplishment but keeping busy makes the day flyby!
Breakfast
I woke up really dehydrated and all I wanted to eat for breakfast was fruit. I scoped out all my options and the watermelon was practically screaming my name. It was just what my body needed.
Lunch
Patrick and I ventured out to a new (to us) restaurant named Avanti Caffe. The website states that the restaurant is, " Authentic Italian Cuisine in a European Atmosphere" and I would have to agree. I love the authentic Italian feel of all the food offered.
Avanti Caffe serves a variety of different items including: coffee, latte, smoothies, salads, homemade pasta, soup, calzone, pizza, hot sandwiches, subs, panini, dessert and multiple breakfast items. This is a place you will be seeing on VCC again:)
I had the Chicken & Mozzarella grilled panini which was baked boneless chicken breast w/melted mozzarella cheese. Every single ingredient was so fresh and the sandwich was HUGE! It was close to being a foot long so I hate half for lunch and saved the rest for later.
On the side P and I split the pasta salad:
Dinner
Patrick had to work late so I hurried home to get my run in ( a short 2 miles) before dark. Once I finished my run I started to make a fast, simple and tasty dinner.
I decided on chili garlic bread and what I will call, Chili Soup:
Chili Soup
In the mix:
- Canned beans
- Tomato juice
- Corn
- Celery
- Chili powder
- Garlic powder
- Cayenne pepper
- Salt
- Chop celery.
- Put beans, tomato juice, corn, celery and spices in pot.
- Let cook for 30 minutes. (you can cook for less than 30 min. I just like to let all the flavors combine)
Great meal to make after a long day at work because it's SO easy!
Dessert
Key Lime pie from a local restaurant.
The pie was good but I didn't care for the whipped cream topping. It left a strange coating in my mouth. No worries, I just scrapped off the cream and ate the crust and filling:)
Tuesday was a day of really tasty eats! If only everyday could taste this good.
Question:
What food do you tend to grab when you are feeling dehydrated?
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Yep... chili all around. I wish there were a good way to have a chili cookoff via blog... lol
ReplyDeleteThat chili sounds great. I love how simple it is, with such few ingredients. I'm all about those types of recipes!
ReplyDeleteI grab for high water foods, such as fruits and veggies. Grapes are always helpful when I'm dehydrated.