Two weeks ago I made a batch of Mama Pea’s curry kale chips and I was in love with that “dressing.” In fact, I definitely ate more of the raw chips than I should have, and then ate a little more after every hour I peaked in my oven (set to “dehydration mode”). The end result was ok… I was a bit disappointed that all that yummy dressing dried up. So last weekend I made another batch – a double batch in fact, of just the dressing!
I’ve been putting this sauce/dressing/whatever you want to call it on everything. I could eat it with a spoon but I’m trying to be civilized.
It’s nutty and slightly sweet… and I am seriously in love. This was just one way I’ve enjoyed it – in a small pita tofu sandwich with mixed greens
One batch is 7 Points Plus. This lunch was 8 Points Plus (tofu was 4 of it). Delicious!!
[Side note: I know everyone LOVES baked tofu but I find that if you press it long enough, you can quickly sauté tofu blocks or mini cubes and you get the same yummy taste for a fraction of time!]
All right, so the point of this post was really this (except for sharing this crazy delicious curry sauce with you) – I made a recipe a second time. That hardly ever happens. That means it was special. The thing is, as much as I like trying new recipes on almost daily basis, I feel like I don’t have any go-to favorites that I make over and over (I think the bahn mi sandwich and goat cheese stuffed pork tenderloin are the only things I’ve made a handful of times). I read books about these heroines coming home after stressful days and winding down with their favorite comfort food… that they made so many times they can just close their eyes and almost meditate while cooking. I want that!! Do you have any go-to recipes? Hopefully something that doesn’t involve too many ingredients. 
Also, in my attempt to allow for more “me time”, I’ve been permitting myself to not really cook if I feel like just winding down instead. So I’ve been making sandwiches and raiding the freezer for things like pelmeni I have in the freezer for occasions just like these. Do you have any healthy recipes that freeze well? Perhaps something that is not fully cooked and can just be boiled or baked when you’re feeling lazy but still want a home-made meal?
Looking forward to all of your suggestions! I want recipe details, with links. Ok?? 
I’ve been trying to make time for myself every day as well. I’m trying to meditate for 20 minutes every day.
I have a great turkey chili recipe that’s basically turkey and a bunch of veggies. It freezes really well.
Although I try to put new recipes up on my blog, I definitely revert to a few of my favorites time and again. I love making healthy soups and freezing some of them for those lazy nights:
http://funandfearlessinbeantown.blogspot.com/2010/12/smoked-chipotle-chicken-soup.html
http://funandfearlessinbeantown.blogspot.com/2010/10/kitchen-sink-spicy-vegetable-soup.html
http://funandfearlessinbeantown.blogspot.com/2010/05/rustic-slow-cooker-tomato-lentil-and.html
Couscous is a favorite of mine, because it hardly takes any cooking (boiling water) and can be combined with whatever jarred sauce and frozen veggies are around. I make that in my office for lunch sometimes!
I cook my tofu the same way Elina, it’s so fast and the texture is better than baked tofu!
one dish meals seem to be my favorite go-t0 meals:
my latest is a veggie, ww couscous and tofu mess: http://semiweeklyeats.blogspot.com/2011/01/hippie-food-doesnt-make-you-hippy.html
and yes, topping it with an egg was lovely!
I find the best thing to do is plan your meals ahead of time and do as much prep work on Sunday as possible. Cook chicken for three days. Make dressings. Cook a lot on Tuesday and just reheat Wednesday. Roast all your veggies on Sunday and use throughout the week. Works for me!!! I’ll email you some links later!!! See you tomorrow! YAY!
my famous chili — freezes and reheats like a charm! http://www.thedailybalance.com/2009/08/31/make-it-gimme-a-c-gimme-a-h/
These are amazing tilapia burgers — you can make patties and then freeze – http://www.thedailybalance.com/2009/09/21/make-it-tilapia-burgers/
To switch things up, this is my favorite white chicken chili – incredible flavors!
http://www.thedailybalance.com/2010/04/26/make-it-cozy-up-to-a-big-bowl-of-white-chili/
you asked for it!
Chicken Curry Soup http://www.thesweetslife.com/2011/01/chicken-curry-soup.html
Kale & Bean Enchiladas with Pumpkin Sauce http://www.thesweetslife.com/2010/11/kale-bean-enchiladas-with-pumpkin-sauce.html (these take some prep work but you can freeze half the batch!)
Easy Turkey Chili http://www.thesweetslife.com/2010/10/easy-turkey-chili.html
Sweet & Spicy Citrus Tilapia http://www.thesweetslife.com/2010/09/sweet-and-spicy-citrus-tilapia.html
Okay I’ll stop! But I promise most dinner recipes on my blog are relatively quick. I also love making soups that you can eat throughout the week!
hehe, check out today’s post! i always feel like i need to try new things… i should get better about making a real repetoire
Hey, fellow Boston girl! Well, I’m living in California now but am originally from Beantown. I know what you mean about needing a go-to recipe between all the creative new dishes and desserts. Mine are definitely chilis. Love ‘em, and they’re so warm and comforting. I’m so glad I found your blog and look forward to seeing more!
– Georgia
I love finding a sauce that can be used on so many different things. I am still trying to find a way to make Subway’s sweet onion sauce. Have you tried it?! So delish!
I’ve never tried it. Not a fan of onions
This is one of my favorites and I always have everything around to make it:
http://cakebatterandbowl.com/peanut-sauce-pasta-with-chicken-and-broccoli.html
Funny how we were just talking about this, huh? And I sort of discussed it today on my blog too! I have been trying to be kinder to myself by allowing leftovers to go in the freezer for future meals, and sometimes just throwing together something super quick and easy. Recent meals out of the freezer have been my cranberry glazed turkey meatballs, chicken cacciatore, and spicy butternut peanut soup.
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