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travelhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/img_2354.jpgthailand, bangkok, cats, dogs, travel, laosSo many kitties.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/img_2337.jpgthailand, bangkok, grand palace, travelGrand Palace: No sexy here. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/img_2332.jpgthailand, grand palace, bangkokhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/img_2316.jpgthailand, bangkok, temple, buddha, buddhism, laos, travelhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/img_2304.jpgIMG_2304https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/img_2292.jpgThailand, laos, butterflies, mariposasMore beautiful flutter-byes than I've ever seen.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/img_2288.jpgIMG_22882013-01-10T13:23:47+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/10/19/vegetarian-pesto-lasagna/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1939.jpgroasted vegetable lasagna, arugula salad, creamy pesto, vegetarian, pesto lasagnaServed here with an arugula salad. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1937-e1350652481600.jpgroasted vegetable lasagna, vegetarian, pesto lasagna, lea craft spencer, lea spencerThen into a 375 oven until cheese is bubbly.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1936.jpgroasted vegetable lasagna, vegetarian, pesto lasagna, lea craft spencer, lea spencerTop with fresh mozzarella and parmesan.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1935.jpgroasted vegetable lasagna, vegetarian, pesto lasagna, lea craft spencer, lea spencerThen start building the lasagna.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1931.jpgroasted vegetable lasagna, vegetarian, pesto lasagna, lea craft spencer, lea spencerRoast other veggies at 400 for 20 min.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1929-e1350652017875.jpgwhole wheat lasagna, roasted vegetable lasagna, vegetarian, pesto lasagnaBoil the lasagna for 10 min.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1927-e1350651845383.jpgmushrooms, roasted vegetable lasagna, vegetarian, pesto lasagnaRoast mushrooms at 475 for 10-15 min.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1925.jpgcreamy pesto, roasted vegetable lasagna, vegetarian, pesto lasagnaThen mix and add cream until smooth.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1923.jpgcreamy pesto, roasted vegetable lasagna, vegetarian, pesto lasagnaBasil, parmesan, walnuts, garlic, olive oilhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/img_1922.jpgroasted red peppers, roasted vegetable lasagna, vegetarian, pesto lasagnaRoast red peppers at 500 degrees for 20-30 min.2012-10-19T13:48:24+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/10/10/top-five-memes/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/meme6.jpgmeme6https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/meme5.jpgmeme5https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/meme4.jpgmeme4https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/meme3.jpgmeme3https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/meme1.jpgmeme1https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/meme2.jpgmeme2https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/269864202641476533_r8tsmyes_c.jpg269864202641476533_R8tsmYeS_chttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/100416266661740966_vufeoshs_b.jpg100416266661740966_vufEOsHs_b2012-10-10T15:21:54+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/09/21/from-the-wisdom-of-my-teenage-heart/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/teenage-lea.jpgteenage leaMe as a youth! 2012-09-21T13:24:46+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/09/14/sweet-grass-grill/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/sleepy-hollow-ichabod-crane-headless-horseman.jpgsleepy hollow ichabod crane headless horsemanhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1437.jpgsweet grass grill, draught beer, IPA, tarry town, new yorkAnd I chose the bacon mac and cheese, the food of my people.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1435.jpgsweet grass grill, draught beer, IPA, tarry town, new yorkJared chose a chicken pesto sandwich, the food of his people.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1434.jpgsweet grass grill, draught beer, IPA, tarry town, new yorkWe chose two different IPAs. Jared's was better :)2012-09-14T16:57:19+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/09/11/green-bean-casserole/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1446.jpggreen bean casserole, barbecue, bbq, side dishes, grilling, outdoor recipe, recipehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1445-e1344004406312.jpggreen bean casserole, barbecue, bbq, side dishes, grilling, outdoor recipe, recipehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1444.jpggreen bean casserole, barbecue, bbq, side dishes, grilling, outdoor recipe, recipehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1443.jpggreen bean casserole, barbecue, bbq, side dishes, grilling, outdoor recipe, recipehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1442-e1344004146110.jpggreen bean casserole, barbecue, bbq, side dishes, grilling, outdoor recipe, recipe2012-09-11T21:33:45+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/08/22/roasted-veggie-lasagna/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1501.jpglasagna, italian recipe, roasted vegetable, recipe, italianServed with a leafy green salad!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1496-e1344003126263.jpglasagna, italian recipe, roasted vegetable, recipe, italianTop with mozz and back in until it melts!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1494-e1344002939624.jpglasagna, italian recipe, roasted vegetable, recipe, italianInto the oven at 350 for 30 min.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1491-e1344002820279.jpglasagna, italian recipe, roasted vegetable, recipe, italianAnd started building the lasagna. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1490.jpglasagna, italian recipe, roasted vegetable, recipe, italianThen I chopped up the veggies.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1489.jpglasagna, italian recipe, roasted vegetable, recipe, italianThen we added beef to the sauce.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1487.jpglasagna, italian recipe, roasted vegetable, recipe, italianWe used whole wheat lasagna. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1486.jpglasagna, italian recipe, roasted vegetable, recipe, italianI started the sauce at the same time.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1485.jpglasagna, italian recipe, roasted vegetable, recipe, italianRed peppers and zucchinis into the oven at 450.2012-08-22T16:37:44+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/08/17/tgif-happy-hour-yall/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_14761.jpgblackbirds, bar, astoria, nyc, windjammer, peak organic ipa, draught beerThis is the "Windjammer" and a Peak Organic IPAhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_0204.jpghomefield grill, bar, fried pickles, round rock, texas, austin, nolan ryanThese are Fried Pickles with an Icy-Cold Shiner Bockhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_14821.jpgIMG_1482https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_14811.jpgIMG_1481https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1476.jpgblackbirds, astoria, bar, windjammer, peak IPA, mason jar, draught beerThis is the "Windjammer" and a Peak Organic IPAhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1482.jpgIMG_1482https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1481.jpgIMG_1481https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_0204.jpgpub food, beer hall, beer, bar food, bar, restaurant https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_0145.jpgpub food, beer hall, beer, bar food, bar, restaurant https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_0142.jpgpub food, beer hall, beer, bar food, bar, restaurant 2012-08-17T17:12:27+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/08/14/sushi-samba-restaurant-week/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1455.jpgsushi samba, sushi, sushi samba park, restaurant week, nychttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1453.jpgsushi samba, sushi, sushi samba park, restaurant week, nychttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1452-e1344003740338.jpgsushi samba, sushi, sushi samba park, restaurant week, nychttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1451.jpgsushi samba, sushi, sushi samba park, restaurant week, nychttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1450-e1344003655993.jpgsushi samba, sushi, sushi samba park, restaurant week, nyc2012-08-14T13:52:49+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/08/02/trivia-nyc-at-ravens-head/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1507.jpgraven's head, public house, steak, salad, founders IPA, pub triviaYeah, I probably should have ordered this.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1506.jpgraven's head, public house, buffalo chicken wrap, founders IPA, pub triviaHe's a man who knows what he likes! https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/img_1504.jpgraven's head, public house, bacon mac and cheese, founders IPA, pub triviaWho won? I did.2012-08-04T15:09:25+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/07/30/bbq-chicken-with-scalloped-potatoes/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_13571.jpgpotatoes au gratin, scalloped potatoes, bbq chicken, barbecue, chicken, recipeAn insanely delicious southern dish.2012-07-30T14:26:07+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/07/27/video-of-last-nights-storm-in-nyc/2012-07-27T20:28:14+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/07/25/an-urban-garden-fairy-tale-part-2/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1270.jpgurban garden, gardening, garden, astoria, queens, nychttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1269.jpgurban garden, gardening, garden, astoria, queens, nyc2012-07-26T14:54:09+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/04/12/an-urban-garden-fairy-tale/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0777.jpgherb garden, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, urban garden, gardening, botany, chives, cilantro, parsley, oregano Chives, oregano, cilantro, and parsley https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0770.jpgtomatoes, urban garden, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, gardening, plants, botanyThese are my wittle tomato plants!2012-07-25T14:09:10+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/07/23/shirred-lemon-eggs/2012-07-23T16:42:29+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/07/19/photoshop-pop-pop-2/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/1.jpgphotograph, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, photoshop, digital artThe Forthttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/2.jpgphotograph, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, photoshop, digital artPridehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/3.jpgphotograph, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, photoshop, digital artBest of Both Worldshttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/4.jpgphotograph, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, photoshop, digital artCheers!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/5.jpgphotograph, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, photoshop, digital artCelebrationhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/6.jpgphotograph, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, photoshop, digital artGothomichttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/7.jpgphotograph, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, photoshop, digital artConcrete Jungle2012-07-19T17:49:33+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/07/17/frittata-a-la-mary/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1393.jpgIMG_1393https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1392.jpgIMG_1392https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1357.jpgpotatoes au gratin, scalloped potatoes, bbq chicken, barbecue, chicken, recipeAn insanely delicious southern meal. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1356-e1342539781368.jpgpotatoes au gratin, scalloped potatoes, bbq chicken, barbecue, chicken, recipehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1355.jpgpotatoes au gratin, scalloped potatoes, bbq chicken, barbecue, chicken, recipehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1354-e1342539464365.jpgpotatoes au gratin, scalloped potatoes, bbq chicken, barbecue, chicken, recipe...I'll wait while you wipe the saliva from your lips...https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1353.jpgpotatoes au gratin, scalloped potatoes, bbq chicken, barbecue, chicken, recipeShe began by slicing the potatoes and onions, to which she added cream and milk.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1345-e1342538113818.jpgshirred eggs, breakfast, brunch, eggs, biscuitsServed with sausage biscuits and orange slices.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1343.jpgshirred eggs, breakfast, brunch, eggs, biscuitsBiscuits made with a touch of cayenne.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1342.jpgshirred eggs, breakfast, brunch, eggs, biscuitsThese are called "Shirred Eggs"2012-07-17T15:55:40+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/07/05/4thofjuly/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1265.jpgfried jalapeño burger, ring of fire burgerOur take on the Ring of Fire burger at Queens Comfort.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1264.jpgfried jalapeñosJalapeños 2.0: Battered and Friedhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1263.jpgbuttermilk battered onion ringsDip in the batter, dredge in the breadcrumbs, then onto a plate.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1260.jpgButtermilk batter1 egg, 1/2 cup buttermilk, 1/4 cup flour, cayenne, salt and pepperhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1259-e1341502827697.jpgcheese and fruit plateBrie and bleu cheeses, assorted berries, olives, pickles and pecans. Nums.2012-07-05T16:42:29+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/06/01/queenscomfort/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_0998.jpgcomfort food, queens comfort, bacon scallion mac and cheese, macaroni and cheese, best mac and cheese in nyc, new york city, astoria, queens, restaurants Bacon Scallion Mac and Cheese -- Voted #1 in NYChttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_0997.jpgqueens comfort, comfort food, astoria, queens, restaurants, new york city, burger, hamburger, jalapeños, spicy food"Ring of Fire" Burger (with fried jalapeños and sriracha) https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_0996.jpgqueens comfort, comfort food, astoria, queens, restaurants, new york city, fried green tomatoes, Forever Freakin', always representing. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_0995.jpgqueens comfort, comfort food, astoria, queens, restaurants, new york city, fried green tomatoes, Fried Green Tomatoes w. Lemon Pepper Ranch2012-06-23T03:54:54+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/06/21/love-is-a-mix-tape/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/shefflove.jpgshefflovehttp://www.randomhouse.com/crown/mixtape/2012-06-21T12:14:27+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/06/15/ginger-soy-steak-wasabi-mashed-potatoes/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1201.jpgsteak, ginger and soy marinade, ginger and soy steak, filet mignon, wasabi mashed potatoes, asparagus, recipeFind @jaredmolten on Twitter #thatsmymanhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1200.jpgsteak, ginger and soy marinade, ginger and soy steak, filet mignon, wasabi mashed potatoes, asparagus, recipeAll for less than $5 per serving! POP POPhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1199-e1339780347467.jpgsteak, ginger and soy marinade, ginger and soy steak, filet mignon, wasabi mashed potatoes, asparagus, recipeThrow the asparagus down in some butter for 5 minutes. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1198-e1339779833850.jpgsteak, ginger and soy marinade, ginger and soy steak, filet mignon, wasabi mashed potatoes, asparagus, recipeAdd butter, cream, wasabi, garlic, salt and pepper.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1197-e1339780048353.jpgsteak, ginger and soy marinade, ginger and soy steak, filet mignon, wasabi mashed potatoes, asparagus, recipeCrank that heat up and onto a DRY pan for 2-3 minutes per side. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1196.jpgsteak, ginger and soy marinade, ginger and soy steak, filet mignon, wasabi mashed potatoes, asparagus, recipeCut potatoes in half and boil them for 20 minutes.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1195.jpgsteak, ginger and soy marinade, ginger and soy steak, filet mignon, wasabi mashed potatoes, asparagus, recipeMarinade the steak in garlic, ginger and soy sauce.2012-06-16T22:24:22+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/06/08/mustard-and-herb-glazed-salmon/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1112-e1339172893930.jpgsalmon, potatoes, asparagus, mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, mustard crusted salmonDelicious + Healthy = WINNING! https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1110-e1339172771308.jpgsalmon, potatoes, asparagus, mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, mustard crusted salmonSalmon gets topped with dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, rosemary, thyme, breadcrumbs and cheese (optional).https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1109-e1339172723757.jpgsalmon, potatoes, asparagus, mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, mustard crusted salmonAfter 20 minutes, add the mushrooms, then 10 minutes later, add the asparagus and garlic. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1108-e1339172578892.jpgsalmon, potatoes, asparagus, mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, mustard crusted salmonMix potatoes with olive oil, rosemary, thyme and sage. Then into a 450 degree oven.2012-06-11T15:56:27+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/06/05/homemade-whole-wheat-pizza/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1037-e1338915143336.jpghomemade pizza, whole wheat pizza, Margherita pizza, greek pizzaPesto, red onions, white onions, green hot peppers, red bell peppers, olive-marinated chicken and feta cheese.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1036.jpghomemade pizza, whole wheat pizza, Margherita pizza, greek pizzaHomemade tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella and fresh basil from my garden.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1033-e1338914881632.jpghomemade pizza, whole wheat pizza, Margherita pizza, greek pizzaWe did half Margherita and half Mediterranean. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1030.jpghomemade pizza, whole wheat pizza, Margherita pizza, greek pizzaRoll the dough out on a clean, floured surface.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1022.jpghomemade pizza, whole wheat pizza, Margherita pizza, greek pizza, pizzaI made the sauce with onions, garlic, oregano and basil.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1021.jpghomemade pizza, whole wheat pizza, Margherita pizza, greek pizza, pizzaThen cover it with a towel for 1 1/2 hours.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1019.jpghomemade pizza, whole wheat pizza, Margherita pizza, greek pizza, pizzaI then mixed flour, salt, water, olive oil and yeast with some fresh herbs and garlic.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1018-e1338914437212.jpghomemade pizza, whole wheat pizza, Margherita pizza, greek pizza, pizzaTest the yeast in some warm sugary water. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1014.jpghomemade pizza, whole wheat pizza, margherita pizza, greek pizza, pizza, This was the first use of my lovely garden herbs!! 2012-06-05T17:11:43+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/05/29/buffalo-chicken-lettuce-wraps/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0984-e1338322055809.jpgbleu cheese dip, buffalo chicken, lettuce wraps, healthy food, recipe, cooking, dinnerServed with a salad of shredded carrots and celeryhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0983-e1338321962558.jpgbleu cheese dip, buffalo chicken, lettuce wraps, healthy food, recipe, cooking, dinnerI heated the rotisserie chicken with the buffalo saucehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0980.jpgbleu cheese dip, buffalo chicken, lettuce wraps, healthy food, recipe, cooking, dinnerMix in greek yogurt, lemon juice and bleu cheese crumbleshttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0979.jpgbleu cheese dip, buffalo chicken, lettuce wraps, healthy food, recipe, cooking, dinnerGarlic, Onion, Celery, Carrot2012-06-01T17:26:47+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/05/24/texas-eats-from-austin-to-abliene/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/pizza_ua1.jpgpizza, pepperoni clyde pizza house, abilene, texas, clyde, best pizza ever, gospel music, country musicI did not take this photo, I was too hungry -- Click to read the blog I borrowed it from.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0969.jpgclyde pizza house, abilene, texas, clyde, best pizza ever, gospel music, country musicAn old-school country-style gospel band entertained us!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0935.jpgshiner bock, steakhouse, beehive, abliene, texas, beer, shiner, steak... and a Shiner Bock!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0934-e1337871388136.jpgsteak, beehive, abilene, texas, baked potato, shiner bock, steakhouseNo trip to Texas is complete without steak and potatoes! https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0913.jpgmagnolia cafe, austin, texas, enchiladas, mag mud, black beans, sorry we're openQueso with black beans, pico and avocado: "Mag Mud" -- We're married.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0912.jpgmagnolia cafe, austin, texas, enchiladas, mag mud, black beans, sorry we're openEver wonder what your dying meal would be? I don't. It's this.2012-05-24T16:36:54+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/05/21/alices-tea-cup/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_1013.jpgbrunch, alices tea cup, pu ehr tea, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, upper east side, nyc, new york city, breakfast, potato hash, home fries, teaThis was how cute this place was. Kitties on the tea pots.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_1012.jpgbrunch, alices tea cup, french toast, brioche french toast, berry compote, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, upper east side, nyc, new york city, breakfast, potato hash, home fries, teaThis was their brioche french toast, cooked bread pudding style. What?https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_1011.jpgbrunch, alices tea cup, eggs benedict, scones benedict, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, upper east side, nyc, new york city, breakfast, potato hash, home fries, teaThis was their "Scones Benedict" served over a ham and cheese scone. Yeah.2012-05-21T12:51:17+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/05/18/margarita-thursdays/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0994.jpglea craft spencer, lea spencer, margaritas, mexican food, tacos, black bean, avocadoMargaritas made from scratch. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0993-e1337354669199.jpglea craft spencer, lea spencer, margaritas, mexican food, tacos, black bean, avocadoDamn those look gooood!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0992-e1337354398570.jpglea craft spencer, lea spencer, margaritas, mexican food, tacos, black bean, avocadohttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0991.jpgIMG_0991https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0990.jpglea craft spencer, lea spencer, margaritas, mexican food, tacos, black bean, avocadoCheers to you, Jeanie! This one's for you.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0989.jpglea craft spencer, lea spencer, margaritas, mexican food, tacos, mango salsa, guacamoleAvocado and tomatoes go in one, mango in the other. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0988.jpglea craft spencer, lea spencer, margaritas, mexican food, tacos, mango salsa, guacamoleThe two dips start the same: garlic, onion, cilantro, jalapeño https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0987.jpglea craft spencer, lea spencer, margaritas, mexican food, tacos, black bean, avocadoI marinated the chicken in spicy chipotle salsa for one hour.2012-05-20T19:13:15+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/05/16/lentilsoup/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_08981.jpglentil soup, lea craft spencer, lea spencer, soup, recipeAfter an hour, I separated this into two pots, added a little more liquid and it turned out beautifully!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0898.jpglentil soup, lea craft spencer, lea spencer, soup, recipeAt this point, I separated this into two pots, added a little more liquid and it turned out beautifully!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0897.jpglentil soup, lea craft spencer, lea spencer, soup, recipeAdd everything to the pot, add parsley, bay leaf, salt, pepper2012-05-16T17:37:27+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/05/02/gnocchi-with-lamb-bolognese/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0871.jpgrecipe, cooking, lamb, gnocchi, tomato sauce, pasta, italian, red wine, chianti, lea spencer, lea craft spencerServed with salad and a nice Chianti... yes I considered fava beans... no my man did not get the joke... did you?https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0870-e1335967790127.jpgrecipe, cooking, lamb, gnocchi, tomato sauce, pasta, italian, red wine, chianti, lea spencer, lea craft spencerI added the gnocchi just at the very end and then a little romano cheese on top.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0869-e1335967642952.jpgrecipe, cooking, lamb, gnocchi, tomato sauce, pasta, italian, red wine, chianti, lea spencer, lea craft spencerLet the sauce and the meat simmer together for 20-30 minutes.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0868-e1335967524676.jpgrecipe, cooking, lamb, gnocchi, tomato sauce, pasta, italian, red wine, chianti, lea spencer, lea craft spencerI cooked the lamb with garlic and onions, then drained the fat before adding it to the saucehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_0866.jpgrecipe, cooking, lamb, gnocchi, tomato sauce, pasta, italian, red wine, chianti, lea spencer, lea craft spencerI made the tomato sauce with garlic, onions, basil, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper2012-05-02T16:57:06+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/04/24/baby-bos-cantina-american-reunion/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0847.jpglea spencer, lea craft spencer, mexican food, tex mex, enchiladas, refried beans, dirty riceChicken enchiladas with chipotle sauce. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0846.jpglea spencer, lea craft spencer, chimichangas, refried beans, dirty rice, mexican food, tex mexChicken Chimichangashttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0845.jpglea spencer, lea craft spencer, margarita, frozen margarita, mexican food, tex mex, tequilahttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0844.jpglea spencer, lea craft spencer, guacamole, mexican food, tex mexChips and Guacamole2012-04-27T19:37:22+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/04/27/mushroom-and-feta-stuffed-chicken/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0853.jpglea craft spencer, lea spencer, stuffed chicken, mediterranean, greek food, mushrooms, olives, feta cheese I put food on top of other food because it makes me feel fancy.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0852.jpglea craft spencer, lea spencer, stuffed chicken, mediterranean, greek food, asparagus, potatoes, potato hash Potato and Asparagus Hashhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0851-e1335535897128.jpglea craft spencer, lea spencer, stuffed chicken, mediterranean, greek food, mushrooms, olives, feta cheese Wrap them up carefully, pin with toothpick and douse with butter!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0849.jpglea craft spencer, lea spencer, stuffed chicken, mediterranean, greek food, mushrooms, olives, feta cheese Chicken brushed with olive tapenade, filled with feta cheese and mushrooms.2012-04-27T19:30:57+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/04/19/spring-time-healthy-eating/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0794.jpglea spencer, lea craft spencer, chicken stir fry, thai food, asian cuisine, recipe, veggie stir fryThis dish is easily made vegetarian, just leave out the chicken!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0793.jpglea spencer, lea craft spencer, chicken stir fry, veggie stir fry, asian cuisine, recipeThen I added broccoli and a chili pepper, soy sauce and a spicy thai peanut sauce.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0792.jpglea spencer, lea craft spencer, chicken stir fry, veggie stir fry, recipe, asian cuisineI marinated this chicken in sriracha cause we're a spicy household.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0789.jpglea spencer, lea craft spencer, whole wheat pasta, chicken stir fry, veggie stir fry, recipe, asian cuisineThis is whole wheat pasta. Rice noodles are also really good with this dish.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0788.jpglea spencer, lea craft spencer, chicken stir fry, veggie stir fry, asian cuisine, recipe1 red pepper, 1 zucchini squash, 1/2 red onion, 3 cloves of garlic2012-04-19T14:14:25+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/04/15/shiner-bock-in-new-jersey/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0803.jpgshiner bock, shiner spring, shiner beer, shiner family reunion, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, beerThey have options! Oh and SHINER SPRING??? I haven't had thattt!!!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0802.jpgshiner bock, shiner, texas, beer, craft beer, lea spencer, lea craft spencer, new jersey, montclair, liquor storeThe proof this is NJ is in their ridiculously high legal tobacco age. That noise would never fly in Texas. 2012-04-15T14:01:37+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/04/10/a-passover-seder/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0828-e1334079780690.jpglea spencer, passover, sederhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0827-e1334079639452.jpglea spencer, passover, seder, salmonhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0824.jpglea spencer, passover, sederhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0821.jpglea spencer, passover, seder, beetshttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0820.jpglea spencer, passover, matzah ball souphttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0817.jpgIMG_0817https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0815.jpglea spencer, passover, matzah ball soup2012-04-10T18:21:10+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/04/05/ginger-infused-black-bean-soup/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0769.jpglea spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0768.jpglea spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0767.jpglea spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0766.jpglea spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0765-e1333636905158.jpglea spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0764.jpglea craft spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0763.jpglea craft spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img_0762.jpglea craft spencer2012-04-05T15:14:32+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/03/27/einsteins-dreams/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/einsteins-dreams.jpgEinsteins Dreams2012-03-27T19:18:18+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/03/23/comfort-food-in-queens-yall/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0706.jpgqueens comfort astoriahttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0703.jpgqueens comfortThis is meatloaf Mac and Cheese, which is exactly what is sounds like. And it tastes like heaven.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0702.jpgqueens comfort astoriahttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0701.jpgqueens comfortThis was grilled corn, covered in parmesan cheese and then drizzled with sriracha. We did not share this. This was for me only. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0700.jpgqueens comfort astoria2012-03-23T16:25:01+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/03/19/got-leftovers-time-to-get-creative/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_06821.jpgIMG_0682https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0685.jpglea spencer, chili, enchilada casserole, mexican food, nycServed here with a box of Spanish-style rice and (as always) guacamole -- Click for recipehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0683.jpglea spencer, chili, enchilada casserole, mexican food, nycI like it a little burnt around the edges, but if that's not your cup of tea, take it out a few minutes earlier!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0682.jpglea spencer, chili, enchilada casserole, mexican food, nycI then loaded this up with the same cheese mix I used for the enchiladas (it's a four cheese "mexican" mix, nothing fancy).https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0681.jpglea spencer, chili, enchilada casserole, mexican food, nycAfter the 1st layer of chili and before the 2nd layer of tortillas, I threw in some fresh onions and peppers for a little crunch!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0680.jpglea spencer, chili, enchilada casserole, mexican food, nycThen I started slopping in my chili mix, I did two layers, so half and then half, but whatever makes your heart sing!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0679.jpglea spencer, chili, enchilada casserole, mexican food, nycClick here for the original filling recipe, to which I added a can of tomato paste and a can of black beans. Then I let it simmer for two hours.2012-03-19T19:55:52+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/03/15/jeanies-banana-nut-bread/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0697.jpgbanana nut breadTake it out when it has reached your personal level of done. As for me (and my Momma!) we like it crunchy :-)https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0695.jpgbanana nut breadInto a loaf pan and then into a 350 degree oven for an hour to seventy minutes (just keep an eye on it after an hour).https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0694.jpgbanana nut breadOnce everything is mixed smoothly, fold in the nuts. I'm from Texas, so yeah, these are pecans.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0693.jpgbanana nut breadAfter mixing the sugar, butter and eggs, add half of the banana mixture and half the dry ingredients, mix-eems in, and then repeat. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0690.jpgbanana nut breadAnd in this big bowl, we have 1/2 cup butter, 3/4 cup brown sugar and 1/2 cup white sugar. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0689.jpgbanana nut breadIn this bowl we have 1/4 cup buttermilk, 1 1/2 cups bananas (I used 3) and 1 tsp vanilla.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0687.jpgbanana nut breadIn here we have 2 1/2 cups flour, 1 1/14 tsp baking powder, 3/4 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp cinnamon, 3/4 tsp salt, a pinch of nutmeg and cloves. 2012-03-15T16:24:40+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/03/13/a-taste-of-home/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0674.jpgtex mexClick here for the bean and guacamole recipes.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0672.jpgchicken enchiladaMmm.. Cheesy Goodness.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0671.jpgchicken enchiladasAfter you've carefully rolled all of your enchiladas, sprinkle some shredded cheese over the top. Then into a 350 degree oven for 20 minutes. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0669.jpgcorn tortillaThen take the corn tortillas, put them in a wet paper towel and microwave them for 30 seconds. Afterward, dip them in the sauce before loading them up with your mixture.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0668.jpgchicken enchiladaAfter letting the sauce simmer for twenty minutes, mix in the shredded chicken breast.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0664.jpgenchiladaThen, I sautéed chopped green and red peppers, onions, jalapeños, corn and garlic for about 10 minutes before added a can of crushed tomatoes and some chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0663.jpgquesoTo make the sauce, I sautéed some onions and peppers before adding milk and butter. Then I slowly added cheese until it became thick.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0661.jpgchickenFirst, I threw two boneless, skinless chicken breasts into a skillet with butter and oil for about six minutes on each side (finish off in a 350 degree oven if necessary).2012-03-14T22:02:15+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/03/08/yamashiro-sake-bar/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0659.jpgyamashiro astoriahttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0657.jpgyamashiro sushihttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0656.jpgyamashiro sake bar astoriahttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0655.jpgyamashiro sake bar2012-03-09T13:11:12+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/03/01/fancy-food-on-the-cheap/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0624.jpgspinach and feta stuffed chicken breastOnce it's brown and crispy (and the juices run clear!) just add some salad and enjoy!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0622.jpgspinach and feta stuffed chicken breastThen I wrapped-eems up and pinned them with a toothpick, rolled them in breadcrumbs and poured over 1/2 cup of butter. Then into the oven at 350 for 30 minutes!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0616.jpgspinach and feta stuffed chicken breastThen, after cutting the chicken and spreading a bit of olive paste on it, I mixed the spinach with the feta cheese and loaded up the breasts.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img_0615.jpgleacraftspencerI started by sautéing the spinach in olive oil, garlic and ginger until its wilted.2012-03-02T13:31:49+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/02/27/summertime-in-astoria/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0614.jpgleacraftspencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0611.jpgleacraftspencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0607.jpgleacraftspencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0605.jpgleacraftspencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0601.jpgleacraftspencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0599.jpgleacraftspencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0597.jpgleacraftspencer2012-02-27T21:02:00+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/02/23/my-mac-always-comes-with-cheese/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0591.jpgchili mac and cheesehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0590.jpgmac and cheesehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0589.jpgleacraftspencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0588.jpgleacraftspencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0583.jpgleacraftspencer2012-02-24T13:24:23+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2011/11/11/who-says-you-cant-cook-for-one/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/photo-on-11-10-11-at-7-05-pm-2.jpgPhoto on 11-10-11 at 7.05 PM #2https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/photo-on-11-10-11-at-6-44-pm.jpgPhoto on 11-10-11 at 6.44 PMhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/photo-on-11-10-11-at-6-44-pm-2.jpgPhoto on 11-10-11 at 6.44 PM #2https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/photo-on-11-10-11-at-6-43-pm-3.jpgPhoto on 11-10-11 at 6.43 PM #3https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/photo-on-11-10-11-at-6-43-pm-2.jpgPhoto on 11-10-11 at 6.43 PM #2https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/photo-on-11-10-11-at-6-41-pm.jpgPhoto on 11-10-11 at 6.41 PMhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/photo-on-11-10-11-at-6-29-pm-3.jpgPhoto on 11-10-11 at 6.29 PM #3https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/photo-on-11-10-11-at-6-29-pm-2.jpgPhoto on 11-10-11 at 6.29 PM #2https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/photo-on-11-10-11-at-6-24-pm.jpgPhoto on 11-10-11 at 6.24 PMhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/photo-on-11-10-11-at-6-23-pm.jpgPhoto on 11-10-11 at 6.23 PM2012-02-20T22:26:53+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2011/11/12/92/2012-02-20T22:26:20+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2011/11/28/sunday-brunch/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_01301.jpgIMG_0130https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_01291.jpglea spencerHe crusts the french toast in nuts, puts the heat on med-high, adds butter and frys those mothers up. BAM!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_01281.jpgIMG_0128Lower the heat and grill up your bacon (turkey back in this case) until it's at your preferred level of crispiness.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_01271.jpglea spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_01261.jpglea spencerScrambled eggs are pretty self-explanatory and no brunch is complete without berries (or mimosas!)https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0130.jpgjared moltonhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0129.jpgIMG_0129https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0128.jpgIMG_0128https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0127.jpgIMG_0127https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0126.jpgIMG_01262012-02-20T22:23:46+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2011/11/30/nothing-in-the-house-to-eat/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0135.jpglea spencerIn this end this was my creation. It was a cheesy, crunchy cool mouthful of yum.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0134.jpglea spencerI also had one russet potato, which I sliced thin, drenched in butter and baked at 475 degrees for 20 minutes (stirring halfway through)https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0132.jpglea spencerI found four slices of turkey bacon, a small hunk of leftover brie, half a tomato and half an avocado. Thank goodness we always have bread :-)https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/img_0133.jpglea spencerI also had one russet potato, which I sliced thin, drenched in butter and baked at 475 degrees for 20 minutes (stirring halfway through)2012-02-20T22:22:58+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2011/11/09/a-fisherman-and-a-businessman/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/34058_753370237859_1822017_43667434_2014822_n.jpg34058_753370237859_1822017_43667434_2014822_n2012-02-20T22:22:21+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2011/12/04/date-night-with-kate/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/028.jpg028https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/019.jpgkate spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/016.jpg016https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/015.jpgkate spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/002.jpgkate spencer2012-02-20T22:21:33+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/01/05/sweatleaf-coffee-and-espresso-bar/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0307.jpgsweetleafhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0306.jpgsweetleafhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0305.jpgsweetleafhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0304.jpgsweetleafSorry... 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You only need a minute or two on each side.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0374.jpgovenThen into the oven on a bed of limes at 350 for 30 minutes (can cover chicken with limes too!)https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0372.jpglime chili chickenSpice rub includes: cayenne, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepperhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0371.jpgrefried black beansClick for re-fried black beans recipe! 2012-02-20T22:18:50+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/01/25/talking-to-girls-about-duran-duran/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/talking-to-girls.jpgrob sheffield2012-02-20T22:18:28+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/01/26/terrific-lady-day/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/kabocha_croquettes.jpgKabocha_Croquetteshttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0393.jpgsushi sambaThis is a ginger and brazil nut crumble with ice cream. Delish!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0392.jpgsushi sambaThis was a tres leches cake... also quite delicious! https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0391.jpgsushi sambaThis is the seared striped bass with squid ink risotto. Clearly my date was more adventurous than I.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0388.jpgsushi sambaThis is the sushi sampler along with a latin-fusion tempura roll. https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0387.jpgsushi sambaEdamame and a couple of fancy cocktails. Mine's tequila, cause I'm from Texas.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/sushi_samba_park_exterior1_v1_-_version_2-v3.jpgsushi sambahttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/dscf0034-copy.jpgDSCF0034 copy2012-02-20T22:17:34+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/01/27/gazpacho-playa/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0337.jpgbarcelonaI bought a bottle of Spanish wine down at the local shop.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_03361.jpgastoriahttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_03291.jpgIMG_0329https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_03211.jpgIMG_0321https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0336.jpgIMG_0336https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0329.jpgIMG_0329https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0321.jpgIMG_0321https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0348.jpggazpachoStrain carefully and patiently https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0347.jpggazpachohttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0346.jpggazpachoChop it all up, then blend it, adding a few tablespoons of olive oil and salt and pepper to taste2012-02-20T22:16:44+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/01/31/terrific-lady-day-part-deux/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0404.jpgbrasserie julienMel's crepe: chicken and mozzarellahttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0403.jpgbrasserie julienMy omelet: chicken, asparagus and goat cheesehttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0402.jpgbrasserie julienAnd my new friend, Melanie.. she's busy.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0400.jpgbrasserie julienI <3 carbshttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/img_0398.jpgbloody maryMy new friend Mary, she's tasty.2012-02-20T22:16:12+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/02/08/giants-v-patriots-the-sequel/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0445.jpgchiliThen you gotta let it simmer. The recipe I found said two hours... I left it on for more like five. The longer, the better.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0444.jpgchiliAfter a brief freakout followed by some swift action, I was back on track!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0443.jpgchili1 22oz can crushed tomatoes, 1 6oz can tomato paste, 1 7oz can chipotles in adobo sauce, 3 cans beans (black, kidney and pinto)https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0442.jpgchili1 red pepper, 1 green pepper, 1 yellow onion, 3 stalks celery, 2 jalapeños2012-02-20T22:14:26+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/02/14/my-heart-belongs-to-chicken-tikka-masala/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0437.jpgIMG_0437https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0436.jpgseva indian restaurantIt's so good, I forgot to take a photo until this moment :) https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0435.jpgseva indian restaurantLuckily the naan bread will always calm the heat.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0434.jpgseva indian restaurantVindaloo must be Hindi for "burn your freaking tongue off"https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0433.jpgseva indian restaurantA tasty lentil soup that makes me melt.2012-02-20T22:13:45+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/02/20/bleu-cheese-buffalo-chicken-x-2/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0507.jpgServed with salad and bleu cheese dipping sauce!https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0505.jpglea spencerThen bake at 350 for 30 minutes.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0504.jpglea craft spencerAdd a little extra sauce and some olive oil or butter.https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/img_0502.jpglea spencerMix the crumbled cheese with the bread crumbs.2012-02-20T22:12:59+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2012/02/17/301/2012-02-20T22:12:36+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2011/12/14/the-holidays-humor-and-humility/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/img_0139.jpgwinter warmerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/img_0138.jpgharpoon2012-01-02T14:42:03+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2011/11/23/thanksgiving-family-and-football/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/12952_197934113771_775288771_3023864_6523929_n-1.jpg12952_197934113771_775288771_3023864_6523929_n-12011-11-23T17:15:31+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/2011/11/10/photoshop-pop-pop/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/jaredparis.jpglea craft spencerAn American in Parishttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/bostonnight.jpgbostonnightDome of the Bostonhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/leaiceland.jpgLeaIcelandIslandia del fuego2011-11-15T15:23:25+00:00monthlyhttps://leacraftspencer.com/images/https://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/paris.jpgParishttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/leaiceland.jpgLeaIcelandhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/jaredparis.jpgJaredParishttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/jaredlea.jpgleacraftspencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/wheel1.jpglea craft spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/ufo.jpglea craft spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/tiger.jpglea craft spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/pru.jpglea craft spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/oneway2.jpglea craft spencerhttps://leacraftspencer.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/naturebattle.jpgleacraftspencer2012-11-21T16:35:24+00:00weekly0.6https://leacraftspencer.comdaily1.02021-11-03T20:37:13+00:00