by : Reiko Breakfast

Purple Potato Waffles with Cayenne Walnuts and Bourbon Maple Syrup
紫芋ワッフル、カイエンナッツとバーボンメープルシロップ。

I’m so excited about this post, because there are so many things that I want to talk about.

Well, first of all, I want to show off our new waffle maker.

I’ve been looking for this heart-type for a while, and it actually took a while to find one.

Unexpectedly this type of waffle maker seems rather outdated, and many stores do not carry it; apparently the Belgian style thick square one is the current trend.

Since my husband and I both like thinner, lighter, and crispier waffles, this was perfect.

I was so proud that our first waffles we made with this new waffle maker turned out delicious!!

It’s hard to see the color from the outside.

But the secret is hidden inside.

Now you can see the beauty!!

Getting the table ready.

One of the great supporting “actors” is Bourbon maple syrup.

Cayenne spiced caramelized walnuts.

And my V-butter, of course.

So so scrumptious!

Have a great weekend everyone.

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by : Reiko Potatoes/Squash

New Kid In Town! Roasted Purple Potato
新しいお気に入り、紫芋。

I talked about my favorite potato, Satsuma-Imo, in this post.

But now there is a new kid in town!

I should probably say it’s new to me, because apparently the purple potatoes have been around for many years.

I don’t know why it took me so long to finally try this beautiful plant.

I got mine at Whole Foods, but I also know that a local Asian grocery store also sells them.

Interestingly, the price was not good (yes, even at Whole Foods!).

I’m absolutely, hopelessly, in love with this potato.

The amazing purple color really makes me realize the power and wonder of nature, and be thankful for this beautiful earth.

I roasted my purple potatoes the same way I roast Satsuma Potatoes; I use the microwave-oven method.

Loved the taste AND the texture of this purple guy.

It was so good as it is, but crazy good when eaten with my homemade V-butter.

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