Blue Apron Success

Matt and mine's life has been going along as normal the last month.  My new position in the ER is going great, and I am loving being an ER nurse.  Matt's job is keeping him busy, and he is finding new opportunities to lead others and do exciting work.  California is continuing to provide us with good weather and fun adventures.  All in all, nothing new, but all the normal stuff is still exciting and fun :)

One thing new that we are trying (but may not seem so exciting to you guys) is Blue Apron.  We are only doing it about 2 weeks out of each month, but it is nice for several reasons.  First, the way the recipes are set up makes it easy for multiple cooks to participate.  So, Matt is actually helping me out in the kitchen, which makes making dinner easier for me and more fun for me (Matt may not call cooking 'fun' per so ;)).  Second, as we are in the kitchen cooking together and having wine together (always a willing participant!), the night is like a stay-in-date-night of sorts.  And, third, we are trying fun, new recipes that we would not otherwise make at home.  So far, it has been a fun Blue Apron experience.  I have three free recipes that I can send to someone... if anyone wants one, let me know :)

Flat Iron Steaks with Fingerling Potatoes and Shaved Asparagus Salad

Seared Pork with Sauteed Spinach and Smashed Potatoes

Pan-Seared Cod with Curried Basmati Rice and a Snow Pea and Mint Salad

Seared Cod with Spring Vegetables and Lemon-Mustard Vinaigrette

Hoisin-Glazed Chicken Meatballs

Seared Steaks and Mashed Potatoes with Sauteed Radishes and Snap Peas

Seared Salmon and Preserved Lemon with Red Quinoa and Pea Shoots

Miso Roasted Chicken with Spring Peas and Jasmine Rice

Lamb and Risotto-Style Ditalini Pasta