Ahh, it’s been a perfectly cozy Sunday so far!
This morning I woke up to the soft rain outside, transferred over the couch and hunkered down to watch some HGTV with a big blanket and hot carbs. 
Ah yes, a toasted Multigrain Bagel smeared generously with rich almond butter and sweet blackberry jam.
Nothing more comforting on a rainy, Sunday morning!
A couple hours later, I tore myself away from learning how to “get it sold” with Sabrina Soto (love her!) to have lunch at my parent’s house. I already knew what we were having for dessert (my Mom and I got it at the store together yesterday) so I was rearing to go!!
Everything was hot and ready when we arrived…
Actually, cold and ready too – there was fresh salsa and tortilla chips out to munch on! My Mom combined fresh tomatoes, cilantro, garlic and some other ingredients in her mini food processor, whirled and served. Easy as pie salsa!
And super tasty to boot!
There was a squeeze of orange juice in this recipe, and while you couldn’t necessarily pick out the flavor, it definitely rounded everything out. Really yum!
Zee main dish was Baked Penne Casserole and Crunchy Asian Salad.
This salad had crisp romaine lettuce tossed in a sweet-soy based dressing and tossed with crunchy ramen noodles, almonds and sunflower seeds.
I just love salads with layers of textures like this. Don’t you?
And the penne casserole – omg – it tasted exactly like pepperoni pizza! It had layers of penne pasta, local Italian sausage, ground beef, pepperoni and cheese. Lots, and LOTS of cheese!
My Dad and I love the burnt edges of casseroles. Chewy and crunchy, ohhh yeah. Are you a corner or middle casserole piece kind of person?
Finally…the piece de resistance…the most incredible thing I’ve had in a loooong time – Peanut Butter Cookie Ice Cream!!
We’re talking peanut butter ice cream, swirled with a peanut butter ribbon and mini peanut butter cookies!!!!!
Are you drooling yet?
Blue Bunny has really out-done themselves with this flavor, and it’s come at just the right time – we ran out of peanut butter cookie Girl Scout cookies this weekend! 8O
Combined with a small square of chocolate brownie, it was like peanut butter cup paradise in a bowl. Absolutely divine!
Clearly, lunch was one to be remembered…for awhile…I’m so full! I’m going to attempt to digest for a bit before heading out on a run. The rain has stopped and I’m bound and determined to get out there!
See you! 
Oh my gosh…I drooles twice in this post (attractive huh!?) – your breakfast, and that PB ice cream….oh my days. I’ve never seen PB ice cream in England! It’s reasons like that which is why I WILL LIVE IN THE USA soon!!
Glad you had a good day
Ohh that casserole looks right up my alley . YUM!
I love the burnt or crispy parts too
I love crunchy asian salad!!! A lady at work will bring it to luncheons and things. I could eat the entire bowl!
I’m not just an edge person, I’m a Burnt edge lover! What’d you think of “The Invention of Lying?”
Peanut butter ice cream?!?! I’m visiting Phoenix this weekend and found a place that has peanut butter gelato! Yumm! They served the largest helpings of gelato that I have ever seen.
Citrus really makes the salsa.
I’m a crunch edge person. Just a bit though because I like the creamy part too.
Your lunch looked really good! I am a middle piece casserole person.
I am definitely a burnt edges kind of gal too
They are the best part! Your food today looks delicious! Enjoy your run later.
Hi! Is your mom willing to give out her recipies for her penne casserole and her salsa?? My mouth is watering just looking at it!
Thanks!
You are making me so hungry. Can your mom cook for me one of these days?
Holy Moly – delicious eats, as always!
Have an amazing week, girl!
Brazilian XOXO´s,
Gabriela
Amazing lunch! I thought big mid day meals were only a Southern tradition!
Your Sunday lunches always look soo delicious! I love the edges of the casseroles…and the edges of brownies! The best! Happy Sunday!
Lunch looks fabulous, although you could have had my share of peanut butter ice cream! I’m the rare American that absolutely despises Peanut Butter…ha!
Holy yum… the pb ice cream and the brownie sounds amazing together…! And the casserole looks great too! I kinda like the middles
Oh. My. Gosh. That dessert looks incredible, its making me so hungry!!
Wow – that ice cream looks amazing! I love peanut butter and would have a hard time using moderation with that! LOL! The salad looks pretty good, too. I love Asian salads – the crunchy noodles are the best.
K
OMG – this might be the best looking lunch yet! Can I hire your mom to cook for me
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