Little Mia

Mia has eaten some kind of rock or something and has been sick for about a week.  She spent Thursday night at the vet and came back on Friday still out of it with a bandage on her leg from the IV.  Sunday she started feeling better and was back to her normal crazy self.  I couldn't help but post this cute picture of her sleeping.. she looks so adorable.

Happy Monday, have a great week! 

Coffee House Cafe - Dallas, TX

I love trying new restaurants, it's one of my favorite weekend activities.  I live a few miles away from downtown Dallas, so a lot of the great places to eat are a bit of a drive for me.  When I heard about Coffee House Cafe, which is in my neck of the woods, I had to try it out.  My friend Jill came along, and I think it's safe to say both of us were blown away.  We've been back a few times now, and continue to enjoy the menu!

We first tried brunch, although they do offer a delicious lunch and dinner, this is the perfect spot for a great brunch.  I ordered a french toast stuffed with egg and bacon special.  It even looks amazing! 

Jill ordered chicken apple sausage hash.  I think this tops one of my favorite dishes here.  The combination is unexpected and great!

Don't forget the coffee!!  They have special flavors daily and put some an artistic mark in each one.  I LOVE this place, it's a must try for anyone in the Dallas area.  I will venture to say it's even worth the drive from downtown.  

Have a great weekend! 

Cauliflower & Cheddar Soup

Before it gets too hot out I wanted to give you one more soup recipe.  I realize most of the country isn't 80 degrees like Texas is, but before you start cooking summer recipes please try this soup!!

In a large pot melt butter over medium heat.  

Add in onion and cook, stirring until softened, around 8 minutes.

Add cauliflower and cook until it begins to brown.

Add in broth and 1 cup of water, and bring to a boil over high heat.  Reduce heat and simmer until the cauliflower is tender, around 20 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.

In batches fill a blender halfway with the mixture and puree until smooth.  

Return pureed soup to a pot and if you'd like a thinner consistency add more broth or water.  Heat over medium until warned through.

Add cheese and stir until melted.  Season wit salt and pepper to taste.

Serve sprinkled with cayenne on top.  This soup is light and delicious.  The cauliflower and cheese go great together.  I really enjoyed the added cayenne flavor on top.  Hope you all enjoy this recipe as much as I did!  

Cauliflower and Cheddar Soup

Serves 6
Adapted from Everyday Food Magazine


3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, diced small
1 medium heat cauliflower, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
4 cups low sodium chicken broth
5 1/2 oz sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
coarse salt and pepper
cayenne pepper to taste


In a large pot melt butter over medium heat.  
Add in onion and cook, stirring until softened, around 8 minutes.
Add cauliflower and cook until it begins to brown.
Add in broth and 1 cup of water, and bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat and simmer until the cauliflower is tender, around 20 minutes. 
Transfer to a large bowl.
In batches fill a blender halfway with the mixture and puree until smooth.  
Return pureed soup to a pot and if you'd like a thinner consistency add more broth or water.  
Heat over medium until warned through.
Add cheese and stir until melted.  
Season wit salt and pepper to taste.  
Serve sprinkled with cayenne on top.