Hi friends! Are you guys experiencing an icy/snowy blast as well? We were promised something like six inches of snow, at least…but what we got was a dusting of snow and freezing rain + sleet and now our whole area is essentially an ice cube. So we’ve stayed in all weekend, eating good foods (meatball subs, biscuits and gravy, and charcuterie boards), playing games, reading, watching movies, drinking coffee, and lounging. It’s been so good for us! I’m hoping that you haven’t lost power and that it has also been a relaxing time for you as well.
I was blessed by some of our neighbors’ hospitality this weekend, and I just wanted to share in hopes that it might inspire you to do something nice for one of your neighbors! One of our neighbors had a bunch of the neighborhood boys over to their house to have a break from the icy weather and made them all pizza. I was so grateful for that because not only was it such a sweet thing to do, but it was just so generous. And today, I asked one of my neighbors if I could borrow three eggs for the biscuits we were making for breakfast, and she not only gave us three eggs but a whole dozen of farm fresh eggs…which was like handing me a platter of gold! Fresh farm eggs are everything. I will literally pay all the money for good quality eggs. Makes me think that we should all look for ways to bless our neighbors. Cookies? Homemade granola? Fresh flowers?
Here’s what’s on the menu for this week!
Creamy Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato & Butternut Squash Soup
This simple slow cooker butternut squash and sweet potato soup recipe is full of flavor and spice - a perfect fall family dinner!
Crispy Chicken Tacos
There's just something about this recipe for crispy chicken tacos - there aren't ever any left overs! You can't make enough!
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato & Turkey Chili
Bold flavors make this Slow Cooker Sweet Potato & Turkey Chili! Omit the meat and you've got yourself a great vegetarian chili as well!
Vodka Penne
This easy, quick, low-calorie recipe for vodka penne is an addicting, indulgent take on a hearty pasta dish. The unique creamy tomato sauce is a hit with kids and adults alike!
Monte Cristo Club
These Monte Cristo Club sandwiches are quick, easy, craveable, and oh, so, yummy in their savory sweet goodness.
Garlic Butter Spread (and bread)
Ever wanted your own garlic butter spread recipe for making garlic bread at home? Well, now's your chance! This one is easy, quick, and keeps in the fridge!
Puff Pastry Waffles
Recipes don't get simpler than this. One ingredient. One waffle iron. A few minutes. Flaky, buttery breakfast is served.
Fudgy Cappuccino Crinkles
A soft chocolate cookie that's baked with coffee and cinnamon and rolled around in powdered sugar making it the perfect cookie to enjoy with a cup of coffee.
I’m going to share my cookies Pinterest board with you all. There is something about making cookies during a winter storm that is just lovely. Stay warm everyone!