Happy Thanksgiving

I hope every one had a good thanksgiving. Mine was ok I had a hard time holding back the tears this year.  Not sure why it was so hard but it was, just thinking of family and loved ones I miss I guess.Being around a group of people who do not even like you is hard. They all were nice but I know.  As we sat down to eat Sam took one bite and got the hard hick-ups and went to the bath room and did not even eat so that did not help at all. There I sat eating  and trying to keep the tears back.  Most though I was just upset about Sam. I fixed him a plate to bring  home and we were the last ones to leave. We got back to the Apt. about 4 P.M.  and Sam still was not feeling so good and we figured out he had not taken his pills. I guess I just have had to much on my mind. :(  and  now I know he is also getting sick...... He ate the plate I fixed at Kelly's and took some nite quill and went to bed at 7 P.M.
       Well today  he still is sick and cant breath...  I called his Dr, and he called in a inhaler so I went and got it and mad him some chicken noodle soup. He ate maybe a 1/2 a cup and went back to bed. he has sleep off and on all day and I keep trying to get him to go to the walk in clinics or the ER but he will not go :(  He can breath so I guess I will not sleep.   LOL I know he is sick when he takes any thing I say, he took some nite quill and a aleve  and  I hope to get some sleep.   Good note all .....

Very Cold Monday

 OMG it was so cold this morning. When I left it was 19 !!!!  God I hate this weather !!!!  I was in Lexington at 8:15 am for orientation. I think I can do it LOL  even if I cant I will do it for 2 weeks just to prove a point !! I stopped at GFS and got some chips and veggies on the way home . when I got home I  got a call from JCP and have a interview at 11 in the morning so I hope it don't snow to much !! We worked on the turkey's today to.

My Recession Kitchen...and garden: Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

My Recession Kitchen...and garden: Hasselback Sweet Potatoes: Sweet potatoes are a staple on our Thanksgiving table, candied sweet potatoes to be exact.  But this year I wanted to try something diff...

Saterday News

I got up this morning and finished my Resume and  then went to Lexington. I applied to Amazon on line and go a call to come in so I did.  I passed the test up there and then  passed the drug test and  got hired.  I will start Dec. 4th if I do not find any thing closer or better before then. They have to get the background check back 1st.  I got home and Sam is in the bed he said he is not feeling good. Hmm 
   Well that's about it for me today I'm going to put in some more applications on line and  see what to cook for diner.

Crock Pot Apple Pumpkin Butter

 I got up early today and went to the Chiropractor, I love my Chiro. :)   then did some shoping and came hope to make some apple pumpkin butter I only made 1/2 the recipe but it sure smells good !!!! 

 Happy Birthday to my Dad Owen Wimpee !!!!!  Love ya dad !!!

 

 

Crock Pot Apple Pumpkin Butter

 

 

This is from Rachel (teacher-chef)

Makes. 4 pints

• 5 lb apples (about a dozen), cored and chopped into ½-inch dice OR peeled and chopped to avoid blending later
• ¼ cup apple juice
• 1 cup maple sugar (or natural cane sugar), divided
• 2 Tablespoons cinnamon, divided
• 15 oz can pureed pumpkin
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• juice of 1 lemon (1/2 teaspoon)
• pinch salt

Instructions

1. Place the apples in the slow cooker along with apple juice, ½ cup maple sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Cook on low for 8 hours until apples are extremely soft (you have apple sauce at this point)
2. If you did not peel your apples, place cooled apples into your food processor and process until smooth (in two batches). If you did peel your apples, then just mix well in the bowl of your Crock Pot to eliminate chunks At this point the apples can be stored in the fridge for up to a few days.
3. When ready to turn the applesauce into apple-pumpkin butter, put the applesauce back into the Crock Pot with the rest of your ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon until well incorporated and mixed together.
4. Cook on high for 4-8 hours, stirring occasionally, until the butter is dark brown and reduced by about a quarter. At this point, taste the butter and if you feel that it needs to be a little sweeter, add up to ¼ cup more sugar until desired sweetness is achieved.
5. Transfer Apple-Pumpkin Butter to pint size glass jars and store in either fridge or freezer. Apple-Pumpkin Butter can store in the fridge for up to 4 weeks,

Old fashion dried apple sorghum stack cake or SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE

I  mailed My dad a Birthday card today and a box to Jen ,Kylie and Alyssa and went to the store and then made some chicken and yellow rice. Now I'm just watching  Christmas movies on the Hallmark channel LOL

This is a OLD recipe  I have been trying to get from the ladies at home for a while


1 C sorghum, 1 C butter or margarine,1 C sugar, 4 C sifted all purpose flour, (I used self rising) 2 tsp. baking powders, 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/2 tsp. soda, 1/2 tsp. cloves, 1/4 C. milk, 4 large eggs. Cream sorghum, butter & sugar until well blended. Combine milk & well beaten eggs. Sift dry ingredients together. Add to creamed mixture alternating with milk mixture. Stir only until smooth. Divide batter into 6 equal parts (about 1 cup of batter)Spread batter into a well greased 9inch cake pans.(used my iron skillets) Bake a 350 for 12 to 15 minutes. Stack layers with dried apple or applesauce on each layer. Cake is better if stored in tight container for a few days before using. Sweeten dried apples to your taste. I add cloves, allspice, cinnamon to my dried apples. May God bless each bit you eat.


   SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE
6 cups sweet potaoes, 
3 eggs
1/2 cup evaporated milk, undiluted
1/2 stick butter
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
Mix all together thoroughly with a mixer. Pour into a 9"x13" baking dish. (It will be about full.)
TOPPING 1 cup brown sugar
1/2 stick butter
1 cup chopped pecans
 1/2 cup flour.
Mix all togerther. Sprinkle on the top of the sweet potato mixture, and bake for about 20-30 minutes in a 350- degree oven.
The casserole is done when a kiife inserted in the middle comes out clean, and the topping is crunchy.

Race Day

Well today is the last race of the year. I hope Jimmy Johnson can win the 6th title this year. Billy is on the way to see the race in Homestead. I wish him a safe trip.
 Saturday I made a early Thanksgiving diner and it was great.  We are in for some bad storms today. Sam want to go to lunch in Winchester  and  then watch the race. Cameron cam back last night and that's about all  I  have to say today. 

Thursday Chill

I'm looking for a battery for my phone today and making some potato salad.  I make some banana pudding and hope to make some banana bread too this afternoon.

Butternut Soup

Just a quick post I do not have a recipe  but  posted  some photos lol this only makes a small amount becuse I know Sam will not eat it.

• One stalk celery
• half onion 
• One carrot 
• Two minced garlic
• about two cups butternut squash 
• I used sage but what every  spice  you want and some  salt and pepper to taste  
• about 3 cups vegie stock or you could use beef or chicken too if you want

I Sauteed the veggies 1st in some olive oil then added the  stock.

Yum !! and that's whats for diner tonight. I also cooked Sam a ham and sweet potatoes. It is still so cold and the snow has not milted yet but tomorrow it is to get to 50 !  lol  The house smells so good. 

I had a great Monday

Yesterday was a great day well for a Monday!!  Little things can make me so happy lol
 I have been looking for a  large skillet for a while.  I have a set of nice pans but I bought a very large  skillet for making bacon and other things but  you all know I cook lots of bacon. lol I thought about a griddle  but do not have storage space here.  This is what I got Click here and take a look -------->  LODGE GRIDDLE and Sam is tickled to it is made in the USA too.  I love it and it will not take up to much room. I got it at J.C. Penny's  and had a $10.00 off coupon too so I paid $21.00 with tax !!!!   Then I went to Myers and a VERY nice lady said she did not need the coupons and gave me her 2  $20.00 prescription ones !!!!  what a great day I was having !   I  finished my shopping in a good mood and was blessed with 2 MORE $20.00  coupons !!!  lol   It all came to a end when I got home and  my flowers had been blown off the porch so when I put the stuff away I wen out and got them and  picked up the plant and  then turned around to get the flower and put it in the pot and look what was in it !!!  OMG I about lost it !!!!!!

Of coerce I did not see it tell I had already moved it and had my hand in the dirt next to it! I was freaked out all night ! We had a good nite we watched The Voice and then most of Black list too. i woke up to this  :(

The pot is still there but I bet the snake is gone !!  Have a great day. I think I will make White Chicken Chile but not sure yet! 

Debbie ckeck  these out you might find some for Bob here :)

Thanksgiving Recipe Round-up is now LIVE on Tasty Yummies. I hope you enjoy.

Please share this around, pin it, etc. There are sooo many great recipes shared in here, sure to please everyone at your celebration!

Get the recipes here ----->  click photo  And Mom just because they are Gluten free does not make them yucky lol

First Call for Snow...

Well Jimmy Neil says we are going to have some snow  tomarrow and maybe Wen. I hate it but I guess I am ready for it now.

 Sam and I went to Diner Sunday and I got some nice shots and He took me to get my jacket I have been wanting too :)  I love it !! what do you think ? It is wind and water proof too.

 here are some of the photos from Sunday.

Home Alone :-)

I spent the day watching movies, putting new Christmas music on my Ipod and  I made Orange chicken for diner. Sam is not working tomorrow SO I hope we sleep in and rest and have the day alone. Maybe we will take a drive and get some photos or do some shopping not sure it depends on how he feels in the morning.I'm making this in the morning hope Sam will try it.

5 Minute Banana Chocolate Chip Quinoa Flake Bake

Author: Leanne Vogel

Allergens: Vegan (option), Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Yeast-free, Corn-free

Prep time:  2 mins

Cook time:  3 mins

Total time:  5 mins

Serves: 1 cake, 1 serving

The perfect 5 minute breakfast that’s high in protein, fiber… and chocolate.

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp banana, mashed
• ¼ cup egg white *see note
• ½ cup quinoa flakes
• 1 tbsp dairy-free chocolate chips or carob chips
• 1 tbsp pecans, chopped
• pinch cinnamon and nutmeg

Instructions

1. Prepare a 16oz. microwave/oven safe dish by oiling with a dab of coconut oil. Set aside. Drop all ingredients in a small bowl and mix until fully incorporated. Press mixture into prepare dish and even out with fork.
2. Microwave option: Place in the microwave and cook for 2.5 minutes. You’ll know when it’s done when it rises slightly, is harder to the touch, and pulls away from the sides of the dish. Don’t bake it too long, or you’ll have a chocolate Frisbee!
3. Oven option: Place in a preheated oven at 350F and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
4. Allow to rest for 1 minute before tipping over onto a plate and smothering with your favorite toppings.

The CMA'S

I stayed up and watched the CMA's  last  night and was so surprised with lots of the winners. What do you think ?

Here's the complete winners list for the 2013 CMA Awards:

CLICK HERE FOR THE LIST 

The one that KILLS ME is  Entertainer of the Year: George Strait !!! I do like him BUT  he  has  one album in 2 years !! and  has anounsed his retirement tour this year. I would have never guessed he would have won over  Jason Aldean , Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton and Taylor Swift I just dont know who was paid for that one !! 

More Fall Photos

I took Cameron to Lexington yesterday and dropped him off and spent the day running around. I went to the hall and to the Health food store and found a Goodwill I love !  I found a few things and then went to GFS and Sam's.  I stopped at the park and fed the ducks too. So all in all it was a good day. I  came home and made a roast and then there was a beautiful sunset.
I found a  vidio of a song I love it made me cry but smile too  loved it.

 click this to listen if you want to hear it.

Dancing in the Sky  

Halloweeen and the weekend

We did not have very many kids this year but I dressed up any way. I had fun  and the kids loved it.

Saturday we went to the new Costco in Lexington to look around and see if we want to join.  We have a membership at Sam's and Costco would be closer but I think I will keep mine at Sam's for now.  on the way back we went to my favorite Chinese buffet and had the seafood  :) Sam is going to the farm to put in the gutter guards today and I think I will take a drive and get some fall photos at the lake or go to the river.