beige

don't you kind of hate that word? not like any of the alternatives are better. tan or TAUPE are not exactly lovely words, either.

yesterday, beige was the theme of the day, even though the sun was shining. actually, beige is a designer girl's friend (just ask Lou, although she calls it brown). we need all the neutrals we can get, to balance out all that crazy color we are using all the time.

however, beige in food just doesn't quite cut it. so when i was thinking of making a chicken alfredo pizza, i knew i might be in for trouble.


first there is the crust. which is not exactly colorful. but my foray into making wheat crusts was not good. i like this recipe, and it makes a very pale beige crust.


then, there is the sauteed chicken. i liked the caramel-like coating once i fried it in some garlic and olive oil. still. kinda beige.


finally, i got the bright idea that i should add some spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. oh, and a mixture of cheeses because mozzarella is just so ... beige. (notice my part of the pizza, vs. my guest who LIKES beige food). the pizza was actually quite delish despite the lack of color.


somehow, i was not surprised at my routine friday thrift stop, to find only beige things. i LOVE the tannish corn holders! not like the usual green/yellow ones you find! and a cute beige patterned clipboard!

i guess beige is not so bad. however, today i am jonesing for a little. more. color. happy weekend!