Loving Now

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It’s the middle of March and I’m loving this new year already.  I’m not big on change…in fact I hate it but I’ve been embracing it for the last two months.  It’s not going away so why not embrace the change.

I enjoy reading Friday favorites as a place for fun ideas – since I’ve resisted Pintrest – and little laughs with silly photos of animals and cute babies. So I decided to share the things I’m loving now…not Friday.

Bumper Stickers on my Laptop

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The van I drive is not mine so I can’t stick it’s bump.  Then I remembered all the lovely stickers I put on my college laptop.  It was a perfect solution for all the fun stickers I’ve been collecting.  I even found a sticker from my college dorm that makes me smile. (Lambein was my dorm hall Winking smile)

Fun Flats

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I’ve been wearing boots and my work shoes all the time…until now.  Fun pretty and comfortable flats make me happy and not so sterile. I love spring like weather for bringing out the flats again.

Motivation Board

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I’ve wanted to make one of these since seeing a post on MizFitOnline last year.  I’ve slowly clipped pieces and saying from magazines that inspire me.  Part of my Zero to Sixty challenge was to finally create the board.  I add personal pictures too and will hang it in my home gym for motivation.

YouTube

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It’s not just for cat videos.  I love using YouTube for tutorials.  I’ve learned some great tips for makeup and fashion. I can watch them over and over until I’ve learned the techniques. And my favorite YouTubers are like mini-tv shows on my break at work.

Make-up & Fashion

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I am taking a big interest in looking better watching online tutorials to on make up tips and fashion ideas for my style.  When I take the time to put myself together – even with a simple shirt and some mascara – I feel better about myself.  When I take care of my health I enjoy taking care of my appearance. 

TV at the Gym

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I’m loving fitness classes lately but they don’t always fit my schedule.  Saving some television shows for the gym only pushes me to go on days I’d normally stay home.  Smash, Glee, Survivor.  They push me to push myself.

Mini- peppermint chocolates

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Just a sweet bitty treat.  Local-ishly made and absolutely delicious.  Just one is a dark and minty and sweat and satisfying.  Oh my I haven’t had one all week. Must fix that.

Old BBC Dramas on DVD

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I love some new shows on TV but not many.  And daytime TV is junk.  Old fun BBC shows make me laugh more than anything on TV today.  Thank God for the library and their good taste as well.

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Gluten-free Master Dough

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Hot Pocket!  I loved eating those meals wrapped in one on busy days…heck any day.  I bought them by the case at wholesale for many years.  So convenient and I loved the self contained meal, bite after bite.

They were also a favorite treat on Super Bowl Sunday.  This year for Super Bowl Sunday Hunni and I had made our own since the company hasn’t joined the gluten-free bandwagon.  Honestly I’m glad because these turned out better.

It all starts with a gluten-free master dough I use for many recipes. Adapted from Living Without Magazine.

Gluten-free Master Dough

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Prep time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cup gluten-free flour [I used King Arthur Flour]
  • 1/2 cup millet flour (or other high fiber flour)
  • 1 tablespoon xanthan gum
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon rosemary, dry
  • 5 teaspoons dry yeast
  • 1 1/3 cups warm water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon cider vinegar

Instructions

Using the mixer with a paddle attachment on low, combine the gluten-free flour, millet flour, xanthum gum, salt, and rosemary. Add the yeast to the top of the flour mixture but do not mix in.

In a separate bowl combine the water, oil, honey and vinegar.  Pour it on top of the dry ingredients.  Mix on medium high speed using paddle for 3 to 5 min, until thick. 

DO NOT OVER MIX!  The dough will become tough.

Cover with a dry dish towel and sit in a warm place for 30 minutes. 

This dough can be made up to 5 days in advance.  If not using immediately; cover tightly in plastic wrap and story in the fridge until ready for use.

Gluten Free Pizza Pockets

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Makes 4                Cook time: 30-40 minutes

Ingredients

  • Master dough, slightly chilled [see above]
  • 1/2 cup tomato/pasta sauce
  • 1 cup Daiya Cheese [or cheese of choice]
  • Other fillings of choice (I used black olives and onions)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degree.  Line a cookie sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper.
  2. Divide dough into four even balls.  Oil hands, to prevent sticking, and press the dough into a circle.  Place on the parchment lined cookie sheet.
  3. Starting in the center of each dough circle spread a small amount of tomato sauce being sure to leave approximately 1/4 inch on the edge clear for sealing.  Layer with cheese and other toppings.
  4. To seal, pull sides together and pinch closed.  Completely seal pinching along the edge.  Repeat with all pizza pockets.
  5. Using and oil mister or pastry brush, cover the outside with olive oil to help with browning.
  6. Lightly sprinkle each pocket with salt, oregano and basil. 
  7. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until dough is cooked through and cheese is melted. Cooking times vary based on temperature of dough and oven.
  8. Enjoy!

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