Work is hard. Dinner doesn’t have to be.
Spicy White Bean and Sweet Corn Gazpacho
Citrus Shrimp Avocado Salad
Sweet Corn and Black Bean Tacos
Vietnamese Noodle Salad
Here’s to making your week easier. Your Realtor and Friend for Life~ Kathy
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Low Effort Dinners to Get You Through the Week!
Posted in Austin Texas Neighborhoods, Healthy Living, Kyle Texas Neighborhoods, Leander Texas Neighborhoods, Recipes, tagged #Austinrealestate, #Austinrealtor, #blackrealtor, #blog, #buy, #dinner, #easy, #LEASE, #relocate, #REMAX, #sell, #wordpress, #www.AtxMoveNow.com, Realtor on September 12, 2017| Leave a Comment »
Summer is Almost Over, Make These While You Can!
Posted in Austin Texas Neighborhoods, Healthy Living, Kyle Texas Neighborhoods, Leander Texas Neighborhoods, Recipes, tagged #Austinrealestate, #Austinrealtor, #blog, #buy, #easy, #fast, #FirstLadyofRealEstate!, #living, #recipes, #relocate, #REMAX, #sell, #summer, #wordpress, healthy on August 18, 2017| Leave a Comment »
Summer is coming to a close. Here are the perfect recipes to wrap it up!
Cheesy Chipotle Adobe Chicken Quesadillas
Pineapple- Ginger Chicken Stir Fry
Blackened Shrimp Tacos
Lemon Pesto Penne
Italian Sausage Stuffed Zucchini
Enjoy these last days of summer! Your Realtor and Friend for Life~ Kathy
Recipes We are LOVING this Month!
Posted in Austin Texas Neighborhoods, Healthy Living, Kyle Texas Neighborhoods, Leander Texas Neighborhoods, Recipes, tagged #Austinrealestate, #Austinrealtor, #blog, #buy, #chickpeas, #cookies, #FirstLadyofRealEstate!, #July, #nutella, #recipe, #relocate, #REMAX, #sell, #wordpress, #www.AtxMoveNow.com, #zoodles on July 28, 2017| Leave a Comment »
July is almost over but that doesn’t mean these recipes need to be lost forever! Save these for next month.
Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Raspberry Nutella Pop-Tart Cookies
Garlic Parmesan Zoodles
Brown Butter & Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies
Not to worry, these recipes are good any month out of the year. Have a great weekend everyone! Your Realtor and Friend for Life~ Kathy
Stop the Lies: Myths About Pasta
Posted in Austin Texas Neighborhoods, Healthy Living, Kyle Texas Neighborhoods, Leander Texas Neighborhoods, Recipes, tagged #Austinrealestate, #Austinrealtor, #blog, #easy, #fact, #food, #heat, #myth, #pasta, #pastasauce, #REMAX, #REMAXPoshProperties, #summer, #wave, #wordpress, #www.AtxMoveNow.com on July 25, 2017| Leave a Comment »
Everyone has their own tricks and tips for cooking pasta perfectly. I’m sure you’ve been guilty of doing these things once or twice ( I know I have ) but I’m here to disspell the myths and stop you from throwing pasta at your wall.
1. Myth: Throw a piece of pasta against the wall. If it sticks, it’s perfectly cooked.
Truth: Both undercooked and overcooked pasta can stick to the wall, and stickiness has nothing to do with tenderness. Pasta is naturally starchy and is coated in a thin layer that acts like glue. Instead, taste your pasta periodically during the cooking process to make sure your pasta is perfectly al dente.
2. Myth: Adding salt to water makes it boil faster.
Truth: Adding salt to water will actually do the opposite and increase the boiling point. Salt is used to season the pasta, not speed things up.
3. Myth: Rinsing pasta under cold water after cooking will prevent it from getting mushy.
Truth: Unless you want to quickly cool pasta for a salad, rinsing should be avoided. Rinsing removes all of the pasta’s starchy goodness and changes its silky texture.
4. Myth: Adding olive oil to the water will prevent your pasta from sticking to itself.
Truth: Adding oil to your water is a waste and will not prevent sticking. He recommends simply giving it a good stir instead.
5. Myth: Drain your pasta until it’s completely dry to prevent watering down your sauce.
Truth: A bit of cooking water won’t water down the sauce. The starchy liquid actually binds sauces and creates a smoother texture.
6. Myth: Pasta should only be cooked in salted water.
Truth: While cooking pasta in salted water is the most common method, pasta can be cooked in a variety of liquids to change its flavor and color.
So now that we’ve uncovered some of the answers about pasta, LET’S EAT!
Your Realtor and Friend for Life~ Kathy
Summer Salad Recipes
Posted in Austin Texas Neighborhoods, Healthy Living, Kyle Texas Neighborhoods, Leander Texas Neighborhoods, Recipes, tagged #Austinrealestate, #Austinrealtor, #blog, #easy, #heat, #recipe, #REMAX, #REMAXPosh, #salad, #summer, #wave, #wordpress, #www.AtxMoveNow.com on July 21, 2017| Leave a Comment »
Because it’s too hot to turn on the stove.
Strawberry Avocado Spinach Salad w/Chicken
Cucumber, Watermelon, & Feta Salad
Strawberry Mango Salad
Chopped Summer Salad with Spicy Ranch
Have a great weekend everyone, stay cool!
Your Realtor and Friend for Life~ Kathy
Get Cooking in July!
Posted in Austin Texas Neighborhoods, Healthy Living, Kyle Texas Neighborhoods, Leander Texas Neighborhoods, Recipes, tagged #Austinrealestate, #Austinrealtor, #avocado, #blog, #cherry, #cooking, #delicious, #easy, #heat, #July, #potatoes, #recipes, #REMAX, #REMAXPosh, #REMAXPoshProperties, #simple, #summer, #what'sinseason, #wordpress, #www.AtxMoveNow.com on July 11, 2017| Leave a Comment »
Hello fellow bloggers and readers! Sorry for my absence. The last couple of weeks have been hectic with the holiday and long weekend that I can’t believe we’re already in double digits for July! So without further or due, here’s what you should be cooking this hot, summer month to stay cool!
Avocado Egg Salad
Grilled Honey Garlic Shrimp Bowls
Mason Jar Fruit Crisps
Grilled Steak Tacos
Greek Turkey & Rice Skillet
Potato Salad
S’mores Bars
Sour Cherry Crumb Pie
So many delicious things are in season. What are you most excited to try? Leave a comment below!
Your Realtor and Friend for Life~ Kathy
Sandy Beaches in Austin, TX
Posted in Austin Texas Neighborhoods, Community Events, Healthy Living, Kyle Texas Neighborhoods, Leander Texas Neighborhoods, Recipes, tagged #Austinrealestate, #Austinrealtor, #beach, #blog, #fun, #hot, #REMAX, #REMAXPoshProperties, #sand, #summer, #water, #weather, #wordpress, #www.AtxMoveNow.com, Austin on June 20, 2017| Leave a Comment »
When you think about beaches, Texas isn’t the first state to come to mind for the best place to find a warm, sandy beach. But don’t count this southern state out just yet. You can find some pretty awesome beaches right here in my backyard in Austin, TX!
Bob Wentz Park at Windy Point
Located on Lake Travis, this park is part of the Travis County park system with a boat ramp, a pavilion, picnic facilities, a beach and swimming area, showers, and sand volleyball court. This park is so popular that it can be closed when it reaches capacity, so plan to go early to avoid disappointment. The location on the basin of the lake makes it a favorite for windsurfers and sailboat enthusiasts. Admission costs $10 per vehicle per day.
Emma Long Metropolitan Park
Part of the Austin Park System and located on Lake Austin, Emma Long has a nice sandy beach and swimming area. Kids can also jump in the waves made by the wake of passing boats. Day passes are $5 per car Monday through Thursday, $10 weekends and holidays. You can also camp at Emma Long, with fees ranging from $10 to $25 per night. Online reservations for camping are highly recommended.
Pace Bend Park
Another of the Travis County parks, Pace Bend Park is in Spicewood on the far western side of the lake and has more than 9 miles of shoreline. It is one of the best places for sunsets in Austin and has several designated swimming coves where no boats are allowed. The park has many campsites, two boat docks, picnic areas, barbecue grills, restrooms, and numerous hiking trails. The rocky beach areas in the coves are shallow, perfect for dogs and kids alike. Day use is $10 per car.
Volente Beach Waterpark
If it is a sandy beach you are craving, Volente is the place. Volente is a water park on Lake Travis that offers not only a nice beach, but rides and amusements, picnic areas, two restaurants, volleyball, and plenty of other options to keep the entire family amused. Kids will love the pirate ship area. Admission is $21 for adults and kids over 42 inches; $16 for kids under 42 inches; and free for kids under the age of 2.
West Lake Beach
In business since 1954, going to West Lake Beach is like stepping back in time. Family-owned and -run, it’s located in West Lake Hills on the western side of Lake Austin. There are tons of things for families to do, like picnic, boat, and play sand volleyball. The admission is reasonable — $8 for adults and $5 for children — and there are daily specials where children get in free with an adult. The entire place can be, and often is, rented out for parties and events, so call ahead to make certain the beach is open to the public.
What are you waiting for? Get out there and dive in!
Your Realtor and Friend for Life~ Kathy
Did Someone say Dessert?
Posted in Austin Texas Neighborhoods, Healthy Living, Kyle Texas Neighborhoods, Leander Texas Neighborhoods, Recipes, tagged #5ingredients, #Austinrealestate, #Austinrealtor, #avocado, #blog, #chocolate, #desserts, #easy, #FirstLadyofRealEstate!, #Friday!, #mint, #nobake, #nutella, #peanuts, #recipe, #REMAX, #REMAXPoshProperties, #Strawberry, #weekend, #www.AtxMoveNow.com on June 16, 2017| Leave a Comment »
Happy Friday everyone! It’s the weekend which is the perfect time to make dessert for yourself or the whole family. Even better, these desserts only have 5 ingredients so you’ll have plenty of time to eat your cake and go play too!
Rocky Road Clusters
No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake
Molten Nutella Lava Cake
Mint Chocolate Chip Avocado Ice Cream
Have a Great & Sweet Weekend Everyone! Your Realtor and Friend for Life~ Kathy
It’s Grilling Season!
Posted in Austin Texas Neighborhoods, Healthy Living, Kyle Texas Neighborhoods, Leander Texas Neighborhoods, Recipes, tagged #Austinrealestate, #Austinrealtor, #blog, #buy, #FirstLadyofRealEstate!, #grill, #grilling, #meatless, #nomeat, #relocate, #REMAX, #sell, #summer, #vegetables, #www.AtxMoveNow.com, Austin on June 13, 2017| Leave a Comment »
Happy Tuesday everyone! If you’re in Austin, TX and you’ve stepped outside lately then you know summer is officially HERE! It’s the time of cool water, cool treats, and my favorite part, grilling. So dust off the BBQ pit and get to cooking some of these delicious recipes.
Pineapple Tofu Kabobs
Veggie Burgers
Grilled Tofu
Grilled Fruit Salad
Grilled Corn w/Sriracha Aoli
Grilled Guacamole
Grilled Pesto Potatoes
I’m ready to get grilling! Are you?
Your Realtor and Friend for Life~ Kathy
Winner Winner Seafood Dinner?
Posted in Austin Texas Neighborhoods, Healthy Living, Kyle Texas Neighborhoods, Leander Texas Neighborhoods, Recipes, tagged #Austinrealestate, #Austinrealtor, #blog, #delicious, #easy, #FirstLady, #FirstLadyofRealEstate! #WarehouseAvailable #, #healthydiet, #healthyeating, #healthylifestyle, #healthypeople, #healthytips, #light, #recipes, #REMAX, #seafood, #summer, #www.AtxMoveNow.com, healthy on June 9, 2017| Leave a Comment »
You read that caption right. Check out these amazingly delicious seafood recipes you can make in 30 minutes or less. Perfect for the summer weather!
Teriyaki Salmon
Ahi Poke Bowls
Sriracha Glazed Scallops
Mango Chipotle Fish Tacos
Paella
Buttery Garlic Steamed Clams
Don’t these recipes just scream SUMMER! So what are you waiting for? Get to cooking!
Your Realtor and Friend for Life~ Kathy
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