Planning to enjoy the weekend <3

I feel like I need to reassess how wonderful my life is tonight. Sometimes during my busy week I forget how nice things are day-to-day despite the little stresses.

I love clean and organized closets.


I love the piggies - check out how messy Betsy got enjoying her hay. :)


Other Lauren. She's my best friend. She takes care of me.


AND I like baking. Here's a recipe I love! Goes great with vanilla ice cream.

Clementine Torte

1 pound Clementines (4-6 depending on size)
6 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups granulated white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 3/4 cups almond meal or ground almond (I am allergic to nuts so I crushed graham crackers and it was incredible!)

Bring clementines and water to a boil in saucepan. Simmer for two hours (the scent will fill the house for days, so cracking a window can be a good idea). Drain and allow them to cool.

Preheat oven to 375.

Butter and line a 9 inch springform pan with parchment paper. I used a shallow casserole dish and it worked just fine with cooking spray.

Once cooled, slice them in half, remove any seeds and toss them in your food processor or blender (skins and all). Add eggs and vanilla then blend until smooth. In a separate bowl mix sugar, baking powder, salt and almond meal (or graham crackers). Fold the liquid mix into the dry mix and once thoroughly combined pour into butter pan and bake for 45 minutes to an hour (You can use a toothpick to decide whether or not it's done). Cool on wire rack and if using a springform pan remove the sides. It's a pretty orange-brown color and is a delicious compliment for any meal. Enjoy!

I'll add a photo next time I make it!