Torn

Yes, tonight, you could say that Natalie Imbruglia would provide the perfect soundtrack. Why? Because I am faced with seriously conflicting loyalty. Tonight, Duke and the University of Alabama at Birmingham face off on the basketball court.

Do I cheer for UAB, the institution that employs my father and at which I myself took summer courses? Or, do I cheer on Duke, my alma mater, the team for which I slept in a tent for nearly 2 months? My basketball heart is torn.

Psh. Who am I kidding? GO BLUE DEVILS!

I have a (friendly) bet on this game, actually. Allie (fellow Dukie) and I will each have a batch of baked goods headed our way from Matt (Bama-fan) if Duke pulls through. Keep your fingers crossed:)

Are you loyal to a particular sports team? Which one(s)?

Here’s how I’ve been gearing up for tonight’s competition.

Pumpkin-coconut is where it’s at, my friends.

Lunch was Ellie recipe #5, Chickpea and Spinach Salad with Cumin Dressing.

My tweaks:

-non-fat Greek yogurt instead of regular non-fat yogurt, because well, I really like Greek yogurt.

-agave nectar in lieu of honey, simply because it’s what I had on hand.

I’ve actually made a modified version of this salad before, so the flavors were familiar. I love the cumin dressing—it’s simply a combination of yogurt, honey (or agave nectar, in my case), orange juice, and orange zest. The only downside? I had nasty onion breath all afternoon.

If you’d like to try this recipe for yourself, it’s available on FoodNetwork.com: Spinach & Chickpea Salad with Cumin Dressing

For dinner, I wanted something quick so I could catch tip-off. Scrambled tofu to the rescue.

Here we go Devils, here we go!

Filed under: Meals

14 Responses to “Torn”

1. Matt @ The Kitchen of a Runner, on January 5th, 2011 at 8:49 pm Said:

   I am totally digging those bowls

2. Evan Thomas, on January 5th, 2011 at 8:50 pm Said:

   I was just listening to this song a few days ago. The 90′s had the best music.

3. Allie (Live Laugh Eat), on January 5th, 2011 at 8:54 pm Said:

   Torn?!?! How is that even possible? Duke all the way for life!

   …basketball at least haha

   

   BroccoliHut Reply:
   January 6th, 2011 at 4:25 pm

   @Allie Hahaha. Agreed!

4. Tina, on January 5th, 2011 at 9:15 pm Said:

   The bowls are super cute! I love them!

5. julie, on January 5th, 2011 at 9:25 pm Said:

   you’re the KAween of scrambled fu! it always makes me wish i had some fu on hand buuut i don’t buuuut i do have eggs haha.

   i seriously think duke is one of the most gorgeous campuses i’ve ever been to!

6. Salah (My Healthiest Lifestyle), on January 5th, 2011 at 10:26 pm Said:

   I love everything about this post. I’ve always been a Duke mens basketball fan!

7. Sally, on January 5th, 2011 at 11:10 pm Said:

   Those bowls are just lovely Go Blue Devils!

8. Jenn (eating bender), on January 6th, 2011 at 1:50 am Said:

   Haha – I love a little friendly rivalry! And I’ve always been a big Duke fan…

   Your new zebra bowls are amazing!

9. Carrie (Moves 'N Munchies), on January 6th, 2011 at 4:01 am Said:

   i ve been looking for a good chickpea recipe! that one looks great!

10. sarah (the SHU box), on January 6th, 2011 at 6:35 am Said:

    go DUKE !

    

    BroccoliHut Reply:
    January 6th, 2011 at 4:24 pm

    @ Sarah (the SHU box) I knew you’d approve of this post:)

11. Sarah (Running to Slow Things Down), on January 6th, 2011 at 9:22 am Said:

    I’ve never been a huge sports buff, but I do *love* watching the Red Sox.

    And I always watch the Super Bowl if the Patriots are in it, which makes me a horrible fair weather fan.

12. Emily, on January 6th, 2011 at 10:52 am Said:

    definitely loyal to the Ohio State Buckeyes! They just won the sugar bowl, so I’m really excited!

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