If we go back to six months ago and you'll tell me that I will be where I am right now, I probably wouldn't believe you. But life happens. Six months into corporate life and sometimes, I still can't believe that I veered away from doing what I have been doing for a decade and accepted a more challenging role that requires majority of my time in a day coupled with solid commitment. But I am not complaining.
I am grateful that I still have the child-like enthusiasm every time I go to work. I am grateful that no matter how challenging things can get, I still find myself looking forward to meeting new batch of trainees I need to handle, making sure they are somehow equipped with knowledge and skills they need to become a well-functioning employees when they get to the grind. I am grateful.
While work can give sense of fulfilment in my book, it is certainly not a walk in the park. There are still some times when I find myself questioning if I am in the right track. There are still some times when the nagging question why am I doing this to myself haunts me.
There are times when I feel like nothing makes sense until one employee or two would come up to me and hug me or tap me with such gratefulness because they have finally passed the certification. Those moments are golden. Those moments made me realize that hey, I love this job.
Another thing that I am grateful for is the fact that while my current role in the company is a tad demanding, I still get to have two days off. That's the time when I get to rest and go back to doing things I love such as blogging. Case in point, here we are.
With the Covid-19 battle we are facing right now, it is only safe and practical to spend free time at home. So, while it is such a bummer not to be able to go out and try newly opened restaurants in Manila, we cannot take risk - this Corona virus is something serious.
Sunday is usually the day when I take my nephew out for a bonding sesh over pizza. Weeks ago we were talking about having the chocolate pizza at Dominos, but since crowded places are to be avoided these days, I decided to whip up something that will both satisfy and curb our craving for something chocolatey yet substantial.
This led me to go over my collection of recipes that uses chocolate until I saw this Nutella and Marshmalllow Grilled Sandwich recipe I've had since college. Nutella pizza was the original plan but your home girl ain't got no time to knead some dough. So grilled sandwich it is.
I've yet to meet a person who doesn't love Nutella. Well, save for my bestfriend who doesn't eat chocolate at all (I know, right?!?) but that's a totally different story. Anyway, our pantry is never without this well-loved chocolate hazelnut spread which makes it an easy target for the completion of this recipe.
If you favor a different brand of chocolate spread, you have the liberty to do so. just make sure that it is of high quality otherwise, you're just wasting your time not to mention your calorie consumption limit. I tried using the Cadburry chocolate spread and I find it equally satisfying. So it's your call. Whatever floats your boat.
Ingredients are fairly simple. I am guessing most of us already have these in our pantry. Yes, I always have marshmallow in my pantry. I am that type of person. If you're not on the same pod, marshmallow are very easy to acquire. Nearby convenience store probably has it, go check.
Any type of bread that tickles your fancy will do. I once use French bread and it also made me a happy camper. Butter, not margarine. Oh heaven please, not margarine for this recipe. And of course, Nutella. Or your choice of chocolate spread. Easy, right?
Ingredients are easy to acquire and procedure is easy to follow. All you have to do is grab a slice of bread, slap it with a generous dollop of Nutella, spread it like there's no tomorrow, add marshmallow, cover with another piece of bread with Nutella on it. Slather a reasonable amount of butter on each side, pan-grill the hell out of it until it yields a beautiful golden crust - make sure that the marshmallow's already melted.
Then serve. Eat with much gusto because you deserve it.
Again, easy, right?
My 9-year old nephew is a big fan of this recipe. He'll trade his birthday cake for this, but why would I buy that? Kids are all about cake, but this Nutella and Marshmallow Grilled Sandwich is a welcome addition well worth the kids' love. But then, as with all things in life, moderation is the key.
Moderation is the key. How apt. Since I, and most of you my beautiful blog readers are only kid-at-heart, blood sugar level matters. So while this indulging treat can be enjoyed by those who aren't battling with diabetes, moderation is still the operative word. Again, we can't take risk.
Once you have this delicious and lip-smacking heaven-sent of a grilled sandwich, everything will feel alright with the world, I'm telling you. Not being able to go out of the house isn't a bad thing after all, because who says we cannot enjoy good food at the comfort of our home?
Nutella and Marshmallow Grilled Sandwich Easy Recipe
Ingredients:
2 pcs bread
4 or more spoonfull of Nutella
4 pcs. or more Medium size marsmallow
2 Tbsp. butter
Procedure:
Spread 2 spoonfull of Nutella on one side of the bread. Add marshmallow. Cover with another piece of bread with Nutella already spread on one side. Spread a good amount of butter on each side of the sandwich. Pan-grill for 2-3 minutes each side or until golden brown and the marshmallow melted. Serve and enjoy.
Imagine biting into a golden brown crusty bread in all its buttery glory then your tongue will meet a warm sweet and velvety soft melted marshmallow mixed with equally warm chocolate hinting of hazelnut flavor reminiscent of your childhood days. Every bite is soul-satisfying but you know you'll need more - and you will give in. Boy, trust that you'll give in.
Let me know if you get to try this recipe or if you are planning to do so, I'll be waiting in the comment section below.
Stay safe, everyone! Have a lovely week ahead!
