Wishing that I was still back sipping espresso in France, you know, like we were doing in this adorable little cafe near Monet’s water lily garden two weeks ago today. :) Oh my word, the trip was absolutely amazing. And as soon as I sort through the zillions of photos that we snapped on our trip, I can’t wait to share with you all about it!
Listening to this new album. The video to their opening track gave me goosebumps.
Sleeping on my new splurge, this silk pillowcase. I keep hearing about how they are so good for your skin and hair — have you tried one?
Freezing big batches of these (1) three (2) soups (3) to keep on hand for quick lunches and dinners. (If you’re thinking of doing the same, I highly recommend checking out this set of affordable single-serving glass storage bowls. They’re my favorites!)
Bookmarking some new soup recipes I’d like to try this fall, like this gazpacho, this breakfast ramen (whaaa?), this spicy chowder, this miso soup,this vegetarian soup, and this magical “healing” soup.
Marveling over this new line of nail polishes. I randomly picked up a bottle before leaving for France, and couldn’t believe how shiny and gel-like the color turned out. And all for $11 a bottle! I’m definitely hooked. (Alternately, you can just buy this top coat to get the same effect with nail polishes you already own.)
Recommending this bottle of crianza. We tried it in France, and fell in love. It’s bold, peppery, berry-y, and insanely good.
Loving this adorable mini-fridge that I saw recently. Whenever I buy a house, I totally want one. :)
Inviting any recipe requests that you might all have for the fall season ahead. What would you like to see here on Gimme Some Oven? Any specific recipe requests? Or more crock-pot recipes? More meatless dishes? More Indian food? More…? Seriously, leave a comment below if you have any requests — I’d love to hear what sounds good to you!
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Love your page Ali and you are my GO TO for all recipes. I want you on the Food Network already. Anyway! I lived in India for a year and would love to see your take on Indian Chicken dishes- my two favorites are butter and tandoori chicken . Also, I finally accepted the facat that I love lamb dishes and especially those which incorporate brown sugar somehow into the recipe. I am a “by the book” cook and baker so I’ll leave the rest to you! Big Fan, Sarah
I love your website content!
You have pretty eyes and teeth!
God bless you!
I would love to go France but… I wouldn’t feel safe there. Nice country but its image permanently damaged. No security for people.
Thanks for the spinach salad recipe. I’ve been looking for something like this.
And I’d like to see more crock pot recipes–not like I work outside but I like the smell as “whatever” is cooking and I like making it in the morning and not having to worry about dinner.
Thanks Ali (And I have to admit that what hooked me on your site is the “how to properly salt your pasta water” deal. Never knew that (and I’m old enough to be your grandmother).
Hi Ali, love love love your blog so much. You are so generous with your beautiful and accesible, straightforward recipes. I would love a bone broth recipe from you and please keep the slow cooker recipes coming too! Love your storage ideas- those Crate and B bowls look great. I am also from KC!
Much appreciation and love,
Erin
Love your site! Few ingredient crockpot chicken and soup recipes that are healthy please!
I know going through vacation photos is both the best and the worst. Though I can’t go on one without taking what feels like 50 billion.
I would love to see more freezer meals as I am always in need of a quick cooking dinner on the weeknights and more Thai food as the last few you posted I have been making on repeat and would love more.
Hey Ali! I’ve been cooking some of your recipes for about a year now and my husband and I both love them! (Our favorites are the shrimp and creamy tomato basil pasta and the beef and veggie soup!!) We are expecting out first child in February and I am really hoping to collect some freezer prep meals that I can stash away for when I’m home with the new mini me. I am slightly terrified of prepping something that won’t freeze well or be safe or something. Any simple recipe ideas? Thanks so much!!!
Hi Amy, thanks for your sweet comment — we’re so glad to hear you and your husband enjoy the blog! And a big congrats to you on your little one! I’m pretty sure posting some freezer meals is something Ali is going to be doing in the near future, so please stay tuned!
I have been listening to Birdtalker non stop since you posted this! Thanks for the rec!
I would love to see more crock-pot recipes! I don’t eat chicken, but recipes using other proteins (or that would allow for substitutions) would be great. Often I wind up being the only person eating my cooking (this is less sad than it sounds), so I love to find recipes that freeze well or work as leftovers.