Twice Baked Sweet Potato Yumminess

We have these quite often around here as they are one of my husband's favorites. Not only do sweet potatoes offer a wider variety of nutrients than regular potatoes--if you add some cheese, the fat helps your body significantly increase the absorption of beta carotene. Best excuse for some added deliciousness! The recipe is very simple and with prep time and everything, they take about one hour to make. 

Ingredients:

Sweet potatoes (One of two per person)
1 Tbs of greek yogurt per potato (you can use sour cream if you'd prefer)
A couple bunches of green onion tops--whatever suits your taste
1/4 cup shredded cheese per potato (ex: if using four potatoes--shred 1 cup)

1. Preheat oven to 425 F.
2. Clean and poke holes in the potatoes with a fork
3. Bake potatoes for 35-45 minutes
4. Remove and cut potatoes in half (be careful, they will be hot!)
5. Scrape out potato meat and put together in a large bowl (be careful not to tear the potato skin, as this will act as a bowl to keep the good stuff in later)
6. Keep the oven on and grab your greek yogurt, cheese, and green onions
7. Mix together the potato meat, the yogurt, a handful of the cheese, and a handful of green onions
8. Once everything is mixed, added spoonfuls of the mix into the potato skin shells
9. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese evenly on top of the filled potato skins
10. Place the potatoes back in the oven for about 10 minutes
11. Remove the potatoes, top them off with green onions and serve!

They are a great pop of color to any plate and I hope you enjoy them!

XO

Happy Love Day.

Our first Valentine's day as a married couple is one that will go down in the books. We had such an amazing time and just got to spend quality time together. Fortunately, our schedules actually worked out to celebrate together--Wahoo! Our day started out with a yummy banana pancake breakfast. After this, we both went our own ways for a couple hours-- Pat to work, and myself to the coffee shop for school work. When we reconvened around two, we got dressed, ate a sandwhich, and drove to our amazing valentine's day spectacular. INDOOR ROCK CLIMBING. It was amazing and so much fun. We got to hang out, support each other (literally), and get a pretty good workout. We will definitely be doing it again soon. After showering and getting ready, we went out to our favorite local sushi place for delicious veggie rolls and cucumber salad. Then of course, being the people we are, we had to go get dessert. So, we went to our favorite dessert place as of now, Bruxie. We split the creme brulee waffle sandwich and licked our fingers it was so sweet and yummy. It was such a romantic, special day where we were able to just focus and enjoy one another. I have so much love for this man and am so thankful for God's wonderful gift of love.

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Here are some pictures of our wonderful day.

A love-day-inspired banana pancake breakfast for the hubby

Had to decorate his car so that he felt the love while at work!

The rock climbing walls--Pat was a natural of course.

Off to dinner

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Hope you had a special day with someone or some people that you love.

XO

Pat's twenty-third.

So this past Saturday, my wonderful husband turned twenty-three. Woo! Unfortunately, he was up in Davis for a hockey tournament, so we postponed the celebration to Sunday. After picking him up from the airport, we drove home, hung out together, and then went out to a celebratory dinner. Where else would Pat want to go for his birthday dinner? Well, no cuisine other than Indian food of course! So, we splurged on appetizers and entrees and were very satisfied with our curries, potatoes, spices, etc. On Saturday night, I was able to make a cake for him that I hid in the fridge until we got home from dinner on Sunday. After the ever so lovely birthday song and birthday wish, we ate and the cake turned out to be pretty yummy--the birthday boy was pleased. I can't wait to see how the Lord uses you and what this year brings you, dear. I love you with all of my heart.

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On our way to The Rupee Room

Pat and his tower cake

YUM!

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Stay warm this week!

XO

Let the festivities begin.

Yesterday marked the sixth month since I made the best decision of my life--marrying my best friend. We went into LA and roamed around eating and browsing. Before heading back home, we ended the day watching the sunset on Venice beach. It was beautiful and such a gift to see. These past six months have flown by, but in SUCH a great way. I am so thankful for this man in my life. God was really looking out for me when he crossed our paths. Pat makes me a better person and I love to see how God is using us together in our marriage. He is my daily blessing and I wake up with a smile on my face every morning. God is teaching me so much through Pat and I love that this will be the case forever. Husband, I love you and marrying young was the best decision we ever made.

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After that wonderful celebration comes another--my husband's birthday! Woo! Unfortunately, he will be up in Davis for a hockey tournament that weekend. So, we are going to have to love on him when he gets homes because he deserves a special, special day of celebration!

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On top of those amazing things comes Valentine's day. Despite all of the fluffy, commercial hearts, candies, stuffed animals, etc.--I adore Valentine's day. What an amazing holiday--a day dedicated to loving on and spoiling that special person in your life. Even though this should happen on a daily basis--it is just so fun to celebrate and take a break from busy schedules to enjoy one another. Pat and I will be doing something a bit more active this year. As of now, we are planning on going indoor rock climbing! We are both SO excited and cannot wait for this new experience that neither one of us has done. Who knows, maybe we will find a new hobby? We haven't decided whether we will eat out or make dinner at home. However, for dessert, I would love to bake some yummies! I have been seeing a bunch of amazing things out there that I am dying to try.

Maybe I will get enough courage to give this a shot!
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This is just unreal!
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Have a special week!

XO