The Ome you're 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

Chili today, yum!

Tonight we feasted on Steve's delectable chili. A mouth-watering combination of ground meat, kidney beans, onions, peppers and a boatload of spices!!

I don't think Steve actually has a recipe, it just evolves every time from whatever spices, etc. we have on hand. He loves cooking in his Dutch oven though. The chili actually slow-cooked in the oven, inside the Dutch oven. There you have it, folks! Break out the antacids and join the feast!!!

The Apron has arrived...

Here is the unveiling of the Apron, as I received it the other day:

I want to take a minute to highlight Deb's artwork, which accompanied the Apron into my home. Deb is actually quite a gifted and accomplished artist. She started out as an Art major when I met her all those years ago. [yeah, I know, that explains a lot, right?] She eventually [more like EVENTUALLY] graduated with a degree in Medical Technology, but has never lost her passion for art. Now we all know and love Deb, and I would like to ask you all a favor. Deb did not ask me to say this, and will probably not approve, but I'm going to do it anyway. Those of us who have followed Deb's recent adventures know that her husband [the famous Brillo Man] had a hip replacement this week. He is not able to work. Deb has had MS for many years now, and recently, has had to stop working due to the disabilities her MS is causing. Deb has a website where she sells her artwork. I'm sure it's linked to her site, which is linked to this site. For all who are willing, [this is purely voluntary] please visit Deb's site, and bless her if you are able.

Now, on to our Apron adventures...

This is me making Halloween cookies yesterday evening. The recipe is the basic sugar cookie, cut out in the shape of a pumpkin. Nothing fancy.

Here is David [age 8] , reluctantly posing with the Apron on while decorating said cookies.

There will be more to follow, however, please understand I am not the cook in the family. My husband, Steve is our executive chef. [ahem] He has not yet agreed to pose with the apron on, but he will share some recipes. Stay tuned.

Prayer Request For Our Crown Of Beauty

Please dear sisters pray for our crown of beauty and her family and her people....love terry


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