Craft Break: What's for Lunch?

I haven't talked about Mister G in a minute.  Well, lately the weather has been really nice and he has been spending a LOT of time in the backyard.  He loves chasing the tiny lizards about and has a new best friend that lives next door.  They are so cute together-- they even kiss each other through the fence!

I have been super productive so far today-- and hopefully will continue to be.  I made a list of things I have been putting off and crossed them off my list one at a time.  Once my list was finished, I took off my secretary hat and it was time to craft.  As I have mentioned before, I am opening my Etsy shop next month.  I am so excited!  I have so many things to finish before the grand opening!

I swear nothing works up an appetite quite like hours of crafting.  I wanted to share a yummy recipe with you that my friend Jessica gave me.  I call it orange-ginger-peanut stir fry.  Very creative, I know...

For one hungry crafter you will need:

1/4 cup Basmati rice

1/2 cup salted water-- with (optional) a little splash of oil

1+cup raw veggies-- today I used fresh snap peas, mushrooms, carrots, and onion.

Rice vinegar

2 tbs orange juice -- I recommend squeezing an orange and using fresh juice

1-2 tbs peanut butter

1 tbs fresh chopped peeled ginger

1 tbs brown sugar-- I added this part, but in all fairness Jessica gave me the recipe while we were on a cleanse.  I'm sure she would approve.  

For your rice:  Boil your salted water, threw in your rinsed basmati rice and stir it while it boils for 1 minute.  Then cover your rice and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes.  I always forget to set my timer, so I checked on the rice when I thought it was about done.  Fluff it with a fork and take a taste.  If it's still a little crunchy, let it cook a bit longer

Cook your veggies.  I used a tiny bit of oil and stir-fried my veggies.  I always start with my densest veggies (like carrots) and as time goes on add the lighter veggies (like mushrooms).  Add a splash of rice vinegar if you like

To make the sauce:  Mix your peanut butter, chopped peeled ginger, splash of rice vinegar, orange juice, and brown sugar together.  Take a taste and see if you need to add a little extra of any of the ingredients

Combine your rice, veggies, and sauce and enjoy!