Saturday, April 05, 2008
Friday, April 04, 2008
Good morning. I have a meeting at 9:30 this morning, so I thought I would spend a little time on this post before having to leave.
I have just prepped and seasoned the center cut boneless pork chops we are having this evening. I think I am going to smother them in this kick-ass gravy I make and serve it all over rice. Perhaps I will also prepare some steamed broccoli for a side. No dessert ideas as of yet. I might have to pick up something from the store.
I was reading about kitchen gadgets on Bonnie's blog and thought about the gadgets that are my favorite and which ones I don't use. I use my hand mixer the most. I also like just the plain old whisks you can use by hand. I don't really use my Kitchen Aid mixer as much as I would like to. I have a food processor that never gets used. Let's see, the blender, the omelet maker, the sandwich maker and the roaster only get used maybe once or twice a year. I do use my crock pot and rice cooker a lot. I probably use the rice cooker the most out of any gadget I have.
I also love pots and pans. I have a several sets still in boxes. I am hoping to use them one day when we have a brand new house. The current ones I have are in great shape, so I can't see letting them go right now. I also have a bunch of new dishes, glasses, silverware, etc. in boxes. It's funny how I am just waiting to use them. These are all gifts from family members and I have plenty on hand, so they sit prettily in their box, waiting to be opened and used. Looks like one day, a pretty large garage sale will be in my future. I have never had a garage sale before. Is it hard work?
Changing the subject...
Have any of you tried quince paste before? It's delicious! It is made from the quince fruit and is cooked down with lemon and sugar. It forms a paste which is then made into sort of a firm jelly. The stuff I buy is from Spain. It pairs well with cheese, especially Manchego, and is excellent for a dessert. Aha! I have just solved what I am serving for dessert. I am the only one who likes it, so I may need an alternative. Anyway, if you can find it, you must try it. It is very good.
Okay, enough ranting. I will catch you all later this evening. Have a great day!
I have just prepped and seasoned the center cut boneless pork chops we are having this evening. I think I am going to smother them in this kick-ass gravy I make and serve it all over rice. Perhaps I will also prepare some steamed broccoli for a side. No dessert ideas as of yet. I might have to pick up something from the store.
I was reading about kitchen gadgets on Bonnie's blog and thought about the gadgets that are my favorite and which ones I don't use. I use my hand mixer the most. I also like just the plain old whisks you can use by hand. I don't really use my Kitchen Aid mixer as much as I would like to. I have a food processor that never gets used. Let's see, the blender, the omelet maker, the sandwich maker and the roaster only get used maybe once or twice a year. I do use my crock pot and rice cooker a lot. I probably use the rice cooker the most out of any gadget I have.
I also love pots and pans. I have a several sets still in boxes. I am hoping to use them one day when we have a brand new house. The current ones I have are in great shape, so I can't see letting them go right now. I also have a bunch of new dishes, glasses, silverware, etc. in boxes. It's funny how I am just waiting to use them. These are all gifts from family members and I have plenty on hand, so they sit prettily in their box, waiting to be opened and used. Looks like one day, a pretty large garage sale will be in my future. I have never had a garage sale before. Is it hard work?
Changing the subject...
Have any of you tried quince paste before? It's delicious! It is made from the quince fruit and is cooked down with lemon and sugar. It forms a paste which is then made into sort of a firm jelly. The stuff I buy is from Spain. It pairs well with cheese, especially Manchego, and is excellent for a dessert. Aha! I have just solved what I am serving for dessert. I am the only one who likes it, so I may need an alternative. Anyway, if you can find it, you must try it. It is very good.
Okay, enough ranting. I will catch you all later this evening. Have a great day!
Thursday, April 03, 2008
It's All Good
Everything went well the past two days. My dad had to stay an extra day for more recovery, but he is now home and doing well.
Going back to work today was the worst. When you are scheduled off, but are stressing about something non-work related, it really drains you when you come back.
My kid's track meet was cancelled due to rain today. It wasn't even that bad this afternoon, but I don't know the circumstances, so whatever.
I have much to get done at home. Looking around, I see the laundry has piled up a bit, the kitchen floor needs cleaned and the bathroom needs some attention in the next few days. Will it ever get all done?
Have I told you I am totally in love with the song by Leona Lewis. It is the second song on my playlist. I just love it!!! Listen to it. Let me know what you think.
Later potaters.
Going back to work today was the worst. When you are scheduled off, but are stressing about something non-work related, it really drains you when you come back.
My kid's track meet was cancelled due to rain today. It wasn't even that bad this afternoon, but I don't know the circumstances, so whatever.
I have much to get done at home. Looking around, I see the laundry has piled up a bit, the kitchen floor needs cleaned and the bathroom needs some attention in the next few days. Will it ever get all done?
Have I told you I am totally in love with the song by Leona Lewis. It is the second song on my playlist. I just love it!!! Listen to it. Let me know what you think.
Later potaters.
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
Big Day
I am waiting on my coffee. Today is a big day for our family. I hope the minor surgery goes well for my dad. I probably won't post until tomorrow. Keep me and my family in your thoughts and prayers today.
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