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This week has felt way too fast paced. I forgot about that feeling. And personally, I don’t want to get to used to it, ya know? But it’s all bueno. I’ve got a magic cure for it. You know what it is? It’s the pictures that people have been sending me from THIS POST.
I can’t help but stop and smile at each GENUINE person and their GENUINE moment. It really has made my WEEK. So please keep them coming. I’ll try to post next Monday, how’s that sound?
Okay, shifting on to another topic. I know, I am sporadic here, but it’s all bueno. I haven’t participated in WIAW in what seems like forever. Mainly because I have yet to take pictures of some of our meals.
BUT!!!!!
I’ve been budgeting, I ‘ve been to the grocery store, and I’ve been BACK in the kitchen. Oh heavens does it feel good.
I played around with a few new dishes and thought I’d share this one.
I have to say, it’s delicious, a new favorite, and of course…. BUENO!
What to do with a fennel bulb… hmmm…..
Roasted Balsamic Fennel
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Description
Roasted Balsamic Fennel
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fennel bulb
- honey lime dressing or marinade
- balsamic vinegar
- apple cider vinegar
- olive oil
- garlic (minced)
- black pepper
- red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cut your fennel bulb in half with the stem still attached. Then cut bulb into wedges. Take the stem and pull off leaves (seeds). Arrange the bulb pieces in a baking dish and lightly drizzle each of your vinegars and dressings over the wedges. I would say about 1-2 tablespoon of each. Then sprinkle your seasoning on top (about 1 teaspoon of each) along with the rest of your fennel leaves.
- Roast at 400F for about 12-14 minutes. Broil the last 2 minutes. To make a complete dish, add a fish and bell peppers. SIMPLE!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
We’ve had tamales and tacos 3-4x in the past 10 days. Can you tell we missed being away from Mexican food for 4 months? 
And a new find. My extra calories and nourishment. MMM… it’s BUENO!
Cheers,
LC
p.s.
Things to come- update on the hubs and racing, a tab for healthy bites (how to order, flavors, etc.), and a health update.
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Hmm, until today I had no idea what fennel even looked like, but now I may just have to try it. Thanks for sharing!
oh do it Jan! i’m curious to see if you like it. Add lots of good spices too!
Mmmmmmmmmm fennel! Looks delicious! 😀
i knew you’d like this recipe. It was so “healing” too.
I cant imagine being away from mexican for that long!
it was tough, more for the hubs than me. haha.
OH GOOD (about all the coming attractions and the tab for healthy bites)
In my mind we can get together and film a BDAY video for KO.
is your next week as zany as mine?
zany … always. But i am loving that idea. And any excuse to see you.
I’ve only used fennel seed, but I want to expand into using an actual bulb at some point! This recipe looks really good!
i like it all. seeds, bulb, stalk… okay not the stalk but i bet it ain’t that bad. haha
I can’t wait to see everyone’s “genuine” photos! And I want a fennel bulb right now… I’m also thinking that I need to come to Texas and eat some great Mexican food! It’s official- Austin is the next city to visit on my list (Chicago is really next, but we’re going there in June).
the pictures are awesome! and yes, you come to austin. We eat mexican and go hiking. k?
I haven’t tried fennel, but I think this recipe might make me a believer! Can’t wait for a racing update!
you’d like it with brown rice and tofu. Do you still eat tofu?
Loving that picture of you girl you are just gorgeous. 🙂
Mexican food? Yes please! I couldn’t live without it.
come on down to texas! we’ll have a mexican feast for your post bday!
eek, I don’t think I’ve ever tried fennel and to be honest, it’s not at the top of my list lol but the tamales, tacos and any Mexican food, now that IS at the top of my list. Yum!!
it’s one of those i just had to try, but i don’t think many people will like it just plain. We lOVED IT THOUGH!
Mmmmm….fennel! I am always looking for things to do with it—I like it, but have only had it in one recipe!
i’m surprised you haven’t used it more. It’s a superfood! well for the gut at least. 😉
Ooohh this is interesting, I should try it!
Love that first pic of you! Cute!
yes, give it a whirl. And its great with DAIYA CHEESE!
i have found sometimes i like fennel other times not so much, but i was awfully proud the first time i bought it and figured out what to do with it!
i know, me too! such a proud feeling! haha.
Yum! I LOVE fennel actually. My Nonna used to cut it into slices for us and we’d call it ‘yucky celery’ because it tasted different than regular celery (we liked it though, despite the yucky name). This just reminded me of that memory and how I miss her so, but know she’s here with me everyday. (and I’m pretty sure Jess will comment similarly or see mine and then NOT comment similarly because that might be weird – lol). Look forward to your updates, friend!
hehe, did you read Jess’ comment?. too funny!
Oh my Gosh – I didn’t see it when I posted and even scrolled up! Maybe we posted at the same time. That is HYSTERICAL!! Scary isn’t it?
the comments were about 2 minutes apart. scary but funny!
OMG Jo just told me to read this series of comments – SO creepy that we posted the exact same thing just two minutes apart. Weirdddd.
But kind of makes sense – we *are* only two minutes apart by birth afterall 😉
i know, scary funny!!
I’ve never had fennel before. I’ve always wanted to try it but I hear it tastes like black licorice and I hate black licorice unfortunately. Love Mexican food! 🙂
and we love black licorice. But i really didn’t taste that. Load up the oil and spices and its delicious!
Ohh excited about the tab for Healthy Bites. I need to make an order! I’ve missed those little guys!
Also – fennel holds such a soft spot in my heart. My Nonna who passed away a couple of years ago used to give us fennel as a palate cleanser when we were little (we had no idea that’s what it was for!) and we loved it. BUT we called it “yucky celery” because it had the texture of celery but the fennel flavor we called “yucky”…even though we liked it. Funny, right? But anyway, any time someone talks about fennel, it brings me right back to age 5. 🙂
order away friend! Oh and that story is precious. What a sweet memory. Now i have even more reason to love fennel!
I’ve never tried fennel! I’ve heard it tastes like black liquorice so I’m afraid to try it because I hate that flavour.
haha, everyone is saying that. I didn’t taste that but i really loaded on the spices. It was more like a celery root texture. But then again, we love black licorice!
I love roasted fennel!! I started growing it in my garden a few years ago, and there is nothing that is as good as fresh fennel. The green tops are great in scrambled eggs, too!
oh man, that sounds good. You need to live closer Katie.
Ok, you’ve inspired me to try fennel. Funny what seeing a great picture online can do for your shopping list…
do it!! just don’t eat it plain. hehe. Report back, k?
I need to try fennel again. I wasn’t a huge fan of it last time, but I really feel like I need to prepare it with other flavors. I think I just roasted it plain last time. I need to try your version! I’m glad things are going well and you’re back in action!
i tried it plain too. Wasn’t bad but needed a good marinade or flavor. the honey and lime and garlic was so good!
I loveeee fennel! And I love how good it is for me too 🙂
soooo good for you. anti-inflammatory and all. love it.
Dude! I’m growing fennel in my garden! If it lives I will make your recipe with it. mmmm Larabars, so jealous – we don’t get them Down Under 🙁 What’s the Orgain stuff? Is is almond milk? I need something like that, running around after Misty all the time I can’t keep the weight on…. tried Pea Protein but doesn’t seem to do anything for me, and I hate soy based protein powders.
lets talk girl, i can recommend some good brands. I think Aussie land carries them. Oh and i will send you larabars next time!!! Darn, wish i would have known.
Yeah for sure, any brands you can recommend would be appreciated… I get stuff through iherb all the time too, so even stuff that is not on the shelves here in Aussie. Might have to get into some strength training too, get a bit of muscle bulk happening (build a butt anyone!?!) xx
i sincerely hope your update does along the lines of this: “hubs’ racing career is off the charts with success, i have many new healthy bites coming to satisfy hungry bellies, and my health is improving day by day.” 🙂 i also have no doubt that no matter the post, you’ll find strength and the ability to overcome anything!
well, i am hoping that too! and yes, strength i can find!! Inner strength!
I have never cooked a fennel bulb but you make it sound SO delicious. I think it’s a new must try!
And healthy bites tab?! LOVE it! 🙂
oh good, then you must go for it! It was fun to try. Experiment in the kitchen, yes?! xxoo
So excited for your upcoming posts! I need a update! Oh Mexican food…The one thing I REALLY miss about CA! And very excited about all the Healthy Bites news…xoxo
you need TEXMEX!! AND you need it NOW! visit soon please.
I have only tried fennel while dining out! I loved it though!
Happy Wednesday love!
i bet you’d make a great fennel dish. DIVA-STYLE!
love fennel! favorite way to enjoy it is grilled with leeks, so good 😉
okay i am so trying that next time. Or i’ll just come for dinner, k?
One weakness of mine: Good & Plenty. I feel like fennel might be a somewhat healthier alternative…. 😉
ahhh ha! it totally tastes like that. Yes, fennel goes better with fish than good and plenty.
I have only had fennel once and it tasted like black licorice…ick!! Maybe I just didn’t cook it correctly!
we love black licorce. haha. But yes, you have to really marinade it and use garlic or onion. I also heard its good with leeks. Suppose to be an amazing anti-inflammatory and good for the gut. 😛
I’ve never seen a fennel bulb. It looks delicious. so does Mexican. never had tamales either. I’d like a tamale. It all looks yummy. (can you tell I’m starving from a ride? Already did the rice and avocado 😉 )
GIRRRRL! I need to feed you some GF sweetpotato and black bean tamales ASAP!
YES!!!!!!! Sweet potato and black beans…..yum. I love those. Never had a tamale but I’m guessing I would love it. When I come to race one day in Texas, we can have a Mexican fiesta post race 😉
you know it! its James’ favorite!
Yuuum!!! Everything looks so, so delicious! Especially that fennel…which I have never tried, but it looks and sounds awesome!
i bet you’d like it. I would be great with your homemade rolls.
Doesn’t fennel have a black licorice taste? I love the marinade for it though! And Mexican food can easily adorn my plate anytime. Although… that is quite a bit there. 😉
haha, well we like licorice so no biggy. But i think it tastes more like celery root. The key to to put lots of herbs and flavorings on it.
You always manage to make me feel hungry when I read your posts 🙂 I would totally have missed Mexican food too – enjoy it!!!
i need some MexiCALI mexican! wanna come?
p.s.
Whats next for you?
Oh yes, come here! 🙂 I just had great Mexican tonight, margarita included LOL
Next tri is in a month. Staying pretty local till IM Canada!
I don’t know if I’ve ever had fennel before! You made it look tasty though :). Your genuine project sounds great! I’ll try to get a picture to you before you post! Hope you’re having a great day Linds <3
oh please send some my way linz. I know you have some great genuine moments. 😉
I’ve never tried fennel b/c everyone says it tastes like licorice…which I can’t stand. So funny you guys are digging into the Mexican again 😉
well we like licorice, so i can’t really complain there. But i didn’t taste licorce. more of the lime and honey. DELICIOUS!