"Menjurje" Tea

Moms. They're great. Especially when you're sick, which I have been. Six times this year.

I'm otherwise healthy as a horse; I run 3-4 times a week, spin class twice, Zumba once or twice, otherwise eat well. I take care of myself. And yet, it seems like I'm sick every other month.

SIX times in one year. Ugh.

But mom is always there, making me chicken soup. And this wonderful honey lemon tea that is great for soothing sore throats. Something I know about, intimately.

Unfortunately.

Next time you're sick, try this.

If anyone wants to send me a new immune system (or just a less stressed life?) it's on my Christmas wish list!

Easy Dinner: Honey Soy Tilapia

I'm having people over for dinner tonight. I need something quick and easy because after working the whole day and trying to squeeze in a spin class, I'm going to have all of about 15 minutes to make dinner.

Enter fish. Namely, tilapia. It only needs to marinate for a few minutes, cooks quickly, and tastes delicious. I know this because I tested this recipe last week and it was damn good. Then I posted a picture of it on Facebook and told my friends that's what they were having.

That's what happens when you invite yourself to dinner in the G+F house. You get what I want to eat.

It's the simplest recipe and I'm sure works well with any white-fleshed fish. The marinade permeates completely, leaving a sweet, tangy, and flaky filet. Add a side of sautéed greens and a some roasted cauliflower: it's a gourmet meal.

In less time than it'll take to finish the first round of beers.

Honey, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar in equal measure, and a garlic clove. 25 minutes in the marinade, 15-20 minutes at 350 degrees, and that's it.

Really.

Easy peasy.

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