One of the reasons I love to experiment in the kitchen is that is allows you to be creative. Sometimes things turn out better than you expected, sometimes they flop, sometimes not everyone loves it. Creating meals is a form of art, and you can draw inspiration from anywhere. I love to walk around the grocery store and find something new that peaks my interest, then just go with it from there. This week while picking some things up at Trader Joe's, I spotted some fancy Medjool dates. Hmmmm what can I do with these? I asked myself. I chose a few ingredients to come up with a flavorful combo for a panini dinner - date, goat cheese, thyme, and honey on fresh whole grain bread. While I loved my panini and thought it was tasty and different, my hubby decided that he isn't a fan of dates. To each ... [Read More]