Lemon Soy Sesame Wings

These baked wings are a much lighter choice than the usual buffalo style ones. When you're in the mood for wings, give this recipe a go. It combines tangy lemon juice with perky garlic and ginger. There's umami flavors from soy sauce and a hint of sweet honey. Sesame seeds bring in crunch and warmth. The wings get a final crisping under the broiler, caramelizing the honey, giving them a light glaze. They're sweet, salty and crave-worthy. There's also no deep fried mess. Win-win!

Chinese Noodle & Bok Choy Soup

The hiatus from my former career life started with a mix of anger, grief, confusion and self pity. Then there was the Benadryl-haze I caused myself from taking it for insomnia. Slowly the fog lifted and I stopped analyzing myself to death. I let go and let God. I hugged my husband and my dog. I counted my blessings. 

Spicy Sesame-Broccoli Soba Bowl

After finally finishing my new Madame Butterfly pattern, I treated myself to soba. I love all Asian noodles. I especially adore brothy soups and tangly noodles with lots of vegetables like my Soba Noodle Soup with Mushrooms & Snow Peas  or my Korean Style Soba.  My pantry and fridge are well stocked with things like naturally brewed soy sauce and rice vinegar so I can whip up a recipe in no time.

This flavorful soba bowl is brimming with bright green veggies, spicy chili, warm sesame and perky ginger. The sauce is kept on the lighter side, with just the right amount of oil necessary to coat the noodles.