O'Melveny Hiking Trail

I decided to take my dog Rebel hiking because it's been a while since I've taken her. We went to O'Melveny Park in Granada Hills, CA because I didn't feel like going on a super crowded trail with lots of people and no parking. O'Melveny park is a great place to take your dog hiking they even have a dog water fountain connected to the regular water fountain.  The trail is great for beginners and experienced hikers and the view at the top is amazing. The only thing I recommend is making sure you are aware of your surroundings because the last couple of times I've hiked this trail I've seen rattle snakes, other than that this trail is awesome! 

Rebel taking in the view! 

Prosciutto-Wrapped Chicken with Asparagus

This is an easy dinner to make when you're tired and want something that doesn't take that long to make. It's actually quite healthy, except for the cream. My boyfriend and I made this together and we both loved it!! I kind of messed up and poured the sauce all over the chicken, but it was still amazing.

I promise to get better with my food presentation. lol 

Ingredients:

• 1 pound chicken breast, sliced thin (2-3 breasts)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons flour, or more
• 4 slices prosciutto
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 bunch asparagus 
• 1/4 cup basil pesto
• 1/3 cup cream

Instructions:

1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.

2. Rub the chicken with flour. Wrap each piece of chicken with a piece of prosciutto.

3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil on medium. When it is hot, add the wrapped chicken. Cook for 5-6 minutes more, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes or so, until browned and it reaches 165 degrees. 

4. Next, add about 3 inches of water to a small pot, cover and let it boil. Wash off the asparagus and cut off the woody ends. Cut the asparagus into 2 inch pieces. Cook for 5 minutes, or until tender. 

5. In a small bowl whisk together pesto and cream. When the chicken is fully cooked, pour the mixture over the chicken, and add the asparagus. Bring the mixture to a boil, then turn off the heat. Serve by itself or with a side. 

Date Idea: Hiking

Looking for a cool date idea? Go hiking!!! 

I went to Eaton Canyon Hiking Trail in Altadena, CA this past weekend and had a blast. It was an easy hike (great for beginners) with a beautiful waterfall at the end. 

Tip: Bring a backpack or CamelBak to put all your belongings in because you will be jumping over rocks to get across streams of water (good idea to have both hands free). 

The view was so pretty we had to take a selfie. 

The stream with rocks that you will have to jump across 

The awesome waterfall at the end of the hike.
Feeling romantic?
Have a cute picnic on some rocks next to the waterfall.  

Cooling off :)

Beautiful view

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