I’m back after 11 days of vacation in Fort Myers Beach, Florida. It was hard to leave, it is always difficult for me to leave as the beach is my favorite place to be. I spent each early morning walking the beach, taking photos and looking for shells. During our morning walks we saw dolphins, manatees, stingrays and a variety of birds. The days in the sun and surf went like the speed of lightning and before I knew it our 11 days were gone! Reality hit me in the face this morning as I got up and got ready to face the work week. My body is here, but my mind and spirit are still at the beach, walking along the gulf, finding beautiful shells, swimming, watching sunsets and eating delicious seafood!

Come walk with me and catch a glimpse of what I saw on my beach walks!

Roseate Spoonbill

Young Roseate Spoonbill

We discovered a superb new restaurant that just opened in March of this year in Fort Myers beach. Fresh Catch Bistro is directly on the beach and is a much-needed restaurant for Fort Myers Beach! The food and presentation are incredible as well as the service, and the view can’t be beat! If you are in the area be sure not to miss it!

Already I’m missing fresh seafood and the gourmet fare of Fresh Catch Bistro! I way over-ate on vacation … so it’s time to start eating healthier again and what better way to start out then to make some veggies! I love vegetables, I crave vegetables and this is one recipe that is easy, healthy and delicious. Enjoy!

Stir Fry Snow Peas and Mushrooms

Ingredients

1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 pound snow peas
Red Pepper, sliced thin
4 ounces fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce

Directions

In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the sesame seeds about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly browned. Remove from heat, and set aside.
Heat oil in the skillet over medium high heat. Stir in snow peas, red peppers and mushrooms, and cook 3 to 4 minutes, until tender.
Transfer snow peas and mushrooms to a medium bowl. Toss with sesame seeds and teriyaki sauce, and serve warm.

Source: Allrecipes.com