Is it just me, or do other people seem to wander into Trader Joes with good intentions and leave with a cart full of wine, snacks, and other tasty delights that they really don't need? (This time, It was iced oatmeal cookies, pumpkin pancake/waffle mix, and even mini cinnamon buns. OH BOY.) Besides Target, this is the one place where I can fully spend a ton of money without even trying.
My latest trip left me with another new favorite... spiced apple cider. Now, I would have normally just walked right by this and never once considered giving it a try... but I was lured in with a huge display right at the entrance and a big perculating coffee pot with Hot Spiced Apple Cider brewing away. (it didn't help that outside it was 50 degrees, rainy, and windy!) I was hooked at first taste. Apple Cider.. Cloves.. Orange.... YUMMY. It screams fall. I thought it would be great for an adult treat (spike it, spike it!) while passing out candy on Halloween -- but, my weakness prevailed and I had to open the bottle within 24 hours.
Even Chris loved it! Shocker! Guess I'll have to go buy some more for the weekend.... and hope not to emerge with yet another huge cart of delightful treasures that I really don't need.....
Thank You, TJ's!
Monday, October 26, 2009
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Fun with Etsy!
I am amazed by the creativity levels of people out there!!! I was looking for some fun labels to attach to my Etsy packages when I came accross this store: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5363680 Letter C* Designs.. Love it!
What fun! I love that she allows you to customize the label designs with your choice of colors and fonts. I will be ordering this week!
I also love these adorable owl notecards.. how cute!?!?!!
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Apples, Peaches, Pumpkin Pie...!
Fall is here! Combined with an absolutely earth-shattering chill in the air.... the sun is brightly shining (FINALLY), the mums are basking in the breeze, and the house smells like apples, pumpkins, and cinnamon!
I love this time of year, but the bad part is that we know what follows. Yeah, you got it.. toes that need some sun and a pedicure!
We made our first trip of the season to the Franklin Cider Mill this week. http://www.franklincidermill.com/ What a great yummy place! The warm donuts and ice cold cider were heavenly.. but the apples were fantastic, too. (Especially the ones smothered in Caramel and dipped in peanuts...)
And, on a day like today, what better thing to do than make the best doggone soup around! Check it out! You won't be sorry. (make some cornbread to go along with.. mmm!)
Chicken & Black Bean Soup
2 16z cans black beans (undrained)
1 cup chicken broth
1 small onion, chopped
1 tsp minced garlic
16z thick & chunky salsa, any flavor
4tsp lime juice
2tsp cumin
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
jalapenos, if desired (YUM!)
3-4 cooked and shredded chicken breasts
* place 1/2 can beans with liquid and the chicken broth in a blender or food processor. blend until smooth.
* coat large saucepan with cooking spray; heat over medium high heat. add onion & garlic, sautee 4-5 minutes until onion is tender.
* add all other ingredients except chicken into soup pot. bring to boil. reduce head to low and add chicken.
* cover... cook for 30 minutes.
* serve topped with low fat shredded cheese and reduced fat sour cream.
I love this time of year, but the bad part is that we know what follows. Yeah, you got it.. toes that need some sun and a pedicure!
We made our first trip of the season to the Franklin Cider Mill this week. http://www.franklincidermill.com/ What a great yummy place! The warm donuts and ice cold cider were heavenly.. but the apples were fantastic, too. (Especially the ones smothered in Caramel and dipped in peanuts...)
And, on a day like today, what better thing to do than make the best doggone soup around! Check it out! You won't be sorry. (make some cornbread to go along with.. mmm!)
Chicken & Black Bean Soup
2 16z cans black beans (undrained)
1 cup chicken broth
1 small onion, chopped
1 tsp minced garlic
16z thick & chunky salsa, any flavor
4tsp lime juice
2tsp cumin
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
jalapenos, if desired (YUM!)
3-4 cooked and shredded chicken breasts
* place 1/2 can beans with liquid and the chicken broth in a blender or food processor. blend until smooth.
* coat large saucepan with cooking spray; heat over medium high heat. add onion & garlic, sautee 4-5 minutes until onion is tender.
* add all other ingredients except chicken into soup pot. bring to boil. reduce head to low and add chicken.
* cover... cook for 30 minutes.
* serve topped with low fat shredded cheese and reduced fat sour cream.
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