A week of travel has led to a little more “jiggle in my wiggle” than preferred. I am not sorry about this, after all this is why Wink control tops were invented. I’m a Scorpio, I love to indulge, so when I’m on vacation I tend to sample local food with abandonment. You only live once, or as those crazy kids say – YOLO.
The indulgences began in Denver. My best friend of twenty-four years would love our family to relocate to Colorado – and believe me, we wouldn’t mind – it’s breathtaking. How do you get a California chef to move to the Midwest? Her bestie takes her to some of the best up-and-coming restaurants Denver has to offer. Yep, I’m easy like that.
I would embarrass myself if I listed all of my hedonistic antics. It would be a confession worthy of at least 10 Hail Marys for pure gluttony alone. It was as though I had been starved and suddenly let loose in a buffet – I was ferocious, eager and any person who got between me and my food, well, that’s what elbows are for. My eating escapades began in Denver with the women owned restaurant, Rioja and ended in Boulder at the Farmer’s Market Parisian pastry booth. Carbonara pasta with prosciutto and fava beans, tempora nori wrapped tuna, cinnamon/pecan rolls and cheese danishes, were just a few of the many samplings. After a week of such decadence, it’s time for this girl to get a little more veggie loving.
Roasted vegetables are actually a very satisfying meal all on their own. I know some of you may be saying “meh, I’d rather have a burger,” but when seasonal vegetables are roasted just right, they can truly be satiating. The rainbow of colors and the aromatics from the herbs are absolutely poetic. You can actually feel your iFit watch swell with pride.
Aside from the vegetables you choose, you really only need some salt, pepper and olive oil. Fresh herbs are a bonus, but your veggies will still taste delicious dressed down. If you are missing meat, throw in some sausage or diced crispy bacon. If you want to add some dimension, sprinkle some sweet and tangy goat cheese. The colors in this dish are amazing and also make a great summer side dish for any BBQ or potluck gathering. I recommend shopping at your local Farmer’s Market to purchase your best seasonal produce.
Enjoy!
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