Over the weekend both Resident Chef and I were busy creating and baking. He, of course, absolutely NEEDED to test out his new Kitchenaid and this loaf of bread was the result...
Hot Cocoa Mix (recipe can be found HERE - but we found that using half the amount of powder per cup of liquid was ample)
Bean Soup Mix - (recipe can be found HERE). I changed it somewhat by leaving out the kidney beans and replacing them with lentils.
- While you're exploring the links above, check out some of the other ideas they have HERE
- I knew some of THESE uses for vinegar but there were a couple I hadn't heard of.
- I was looking for ideas for filling a clear ball Christmas ornament and came across THESE and thought some of you might find them interesting.
- THESE are really sweet for either hanging on your tree or using as package decor.
Today the quote is paraphrased from Louise Hay...."Choose to make the rest of your life the best of your life"
I like the quotation today, very timely!
ReplyDeleteIt's a good quote to live by, for sure.
DeleteLove the bird ornament.
ReplyDeleteHave you tried black beans instead of kidney beans? I changed a few years ago, )no more bean digestion issues).
Vinegar rinse on my hair wasn't fun, but my hair was pleased.
I didn't use kidney beans in these - replaced them with lentils and black beans. Dry mustard goes in the spice packet so that helps with any 'PU' issues (I hope).
DeleteWhen our boys were small I always rinsed their hair with vinegar and they never brought home head lice despite most of their friends getting them. Was it the vinegar?
You outdid yourself finding these tutorials for the holidays--thanks a lot!! I love that little hanging bird ornament...hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteThere are tons more links that I could share but I try to pick the ones that catch my eye (and I agree, the birdies are really cute).
DeleteSherry of createology: That Bread looks so good! What a fun time you have had filling gift jars with goodies to eat and drink. I bet Resident Chef loves his Kitchenaid Mixer! I use a lot of Vinegar but have not tried it on my hair! I missed telling you how much I love your button and pearls tree. It looks quite chic. Great quote. Blessings dear…
ReplyDeleteThe bread IS good - sourdough/cheese. And yes, I think the R C is quite liking his Kitchenaid if all the comments I've been getting are any indication.
DeleteI am thinking of using some jar gifts for the hostess gifts this year. I just need to do a bit of planning.
ReplyDeleteThe bread looks awesome.
God bless.
Jarred gifts are relatively easy to do depending on what you decide to include in them.
DeleteGlad the Resident Chef is putting his new gadget to good use. The bread looks delicious. I love the jar mixes too, such a great idea and very evironmentally friendly! Hugs Christine xx
ReplyDeleteYes, I think the jarred gifts are a win/win - even the packaging is useful!
DeleteAnd yes, R C is having fun with his new toy (it's currently at work mixing up the ingredients to make chocolates)
The bread looks delicious! And I love the jars - they look beautiful! I will need to make some, thanks for sharing the idea and the links!! xx
ReplyDeleteThe bread was wonderful - hard not to eat too much of it!
DeleteI want a resident chef who makes great bread! Love the hot chocolate jars ideas, Happy eating and drinking!
ReplyDeleteWren x
I know I'm very lucky to have my Resident Chef and I tell him so every day. Unfortunately he doesn't hire out.
DeleteI love your pretty jars! Food gifts are my favorite gifts, to give or to receive. And a few years ago when one of my blog pals surprised my herd (and me!) with about 3-months-worth of carrots, I was tickled to bits :)
ReplyDelete3 months worth of carrots - only someone with goats would love that and I completely understand that it was a perfect gift that required a whole lot more thought than something from a store.
DeleteThanks for glorious gift ideas! Joy's Jots
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed them! Hopefully you found something useful.
DeleteYou elves have certainly been busy!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, here at Chez Magpie the Christmas elves have been VERY busy - keeps us out of mischief!
DeleteThanks so much for mentioning my hanging bird simple embroidery idea, I'm so pleased you like it :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you! So glad you paid a return visit!!
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