I'M BACK!

I got back yesterday from my Beth Moore weekend and the first pictures are up on my blog if you're interested! Now, it looks like I have TONS to catch up on. You sisters have apparently been busy in my absence!

Happy Anniversary to Mr. and Mrs. Mac

november 11th is canada's memorial day and in idaho there is another memorial day and that is the anniversary of scarf sister mrs. mac and her sweetheart...and here is one of their favourite love songs......

For All Kit Kat Lovers

This is so funny. These kitties are pros.

The One you've all been waiting for...

What you see simmering away below is a very aromatic and delicious mix of red cabbage and bacon. There were probably some onions in there for good measure too. Excellent, and something I would never have thought of putting together.

The end result was pork chops smothered in gravy. stuffing [from a box!], and the cabbage. The pork chops were cooked on the stove in a pool of brown gravy.


And now, the one you've all been waiting for....Ta-da!!! Chef Steve. He is the love of my life and a wonderful daddy to David. Not only is he an excellent cook, he does dishes and sews too!!! And he still fixes stuff, cuts the grass, and does all that 'manly' stuff too!


I hope you're enjoyed our time together. I'll be sending Miss Apron on her way [sans tomato sauce stain] as soon as I get the word from Ms Mac. May God's love and peace sustain and comfort you through all of life's peaks and valleys.

The Chili Recipe and Baked Spaghetti

Here is Chef Steve's Chili recipe, for those who would like to have it:

1 pound hamburger, browned
1 14.5oz can of Kidney Beans
1 14.5oz can of Diced Tomatoes
McCormick Chili Spice Mix
1 small-medium onion, diced [red onion is best]
1 green pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
salt to taste

garnish [optional]:
Jalapeno peppers, sliced
grated cheese
sour cream


Brown the hamburger and drain off the fat. Then add the onions, garlic, and peppers until browned. Next, add the canned tomatoes and kidney beans and do NOT drain them first - add the juice. Stir in the spices and simmer for an hour or so. Taste frequently, and add spices to taste.

The McCormick Chili Spice Mix is a good one, but there are many others out there. Buying a mix takes all the measuring out of it, and often includes spices you may not have in your kitchen. The main ingredient in the mixes is usually Chili Powder. Other spices would include cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, dehydrated onions and bell peppers, just as an example.

I like to add some grated cheese, sliced jalapenos, and a dollop of sour cream after the chili is served up in a bowl. I like the jalapenos fresh, rather than cooked in with the chili, but that's just my preference.

Here is what we feasted on tonight, Baked Spaghetti:




This is another easy [quick] recipe to put together. Boil the spaghetti first, and combine with your favorite sauce, meatballs, and a generous covering of grated cheese. Bake in the over for about an hour or so.

Neither of these recipes needs a very high temperature, as the ingredients are already cooked. They just need time to warm through and meld together.

And YES, Steve and I are both overweight. No mystery there...

I'm gonna knock you out...

I need a PUNCH recipe! Get it?

I am hosting a shower and I really don't have a punch recipe... can you guys send me one or post it in the comments or on the web page!

Thanks!!!

Margie

Happy Birthday To The Scarf Sisters' Beloved Poet