Bacon Wrapped Asparagus, Sweet Potato Medallions & a Spicy Dip

photo by scott haydon

Through the course of our dating Scott and I have made bacon wrapped sweet potato fries with a chipotle lime sauce more times than I'd like to admit. Okay, like 4. We LOVE bacon and vegetables and sweet and spicy all combined into one big tasty snack/meal. We also love asparagus. The other day I was on Martha Stewart's website - where I always go when looking for new delicious food recipes. And what did I find? A list of TONS of GREAT recipes, all about asparagus.I pinned several of them.

The Food Matters Project: Hummus Served Hot with Pita Chips

photo by scott haydon

This week the Food Matters Project was chosen by Erin and you can see her take here.

I have never made hummus before. I know, I know, it makes me sound like less of a human being. But it's true. I grew up hating all beans and although I've (thankfully) outgrown most of my childhood food complaints I still find myself avoiding specific food types for no valid reason. Like beans, and turnips, and soups with meat. That said, homemade hummus is brilliant. And homemade hummus with homemade pitas turned into homemade pita chips? Awesome.

The Food Matters Project: Seasoned Popcorn

photos by scott haydon

Guys, I am really excited! I am participating in the food matters project (you can click the link to learn more)! I like the idea of branching out and trying new recipes and coming together with a community of people who love good food as much as I do. I DO have to admit, however, that one of the first recipes I'm attempting for the project, Seasoned Popcorn, isn't much of a stretch for me.

I adore popcorn more than most people adore anything.