So Delicious

I had to share one of my families favorite dishes, casseroles, meals, snacks all rolled into one. Our Hashbrown Casserole. After many great meals eaten at Cracker Barrel, I knew this dish must be replicated at home. I added my own twist as only I can do, and the final results were fabulous! Its a secret I must share with the world. Its quick and easy and oh so delicious!

1 medium onion diced

1 bag frozen hashbrowns or shredded raw potato ( I have used both)

2 cans cream of mushroom soup

1 cup of milk

shredded cheese

bacon bits

salt and pepper to taste

* now word of caution. I threw this recipe together and do not use exact measurements. I also base it on a larger amount due to my family size, so be creative when making this in your kitchen*

saute the onions in butter in a small frying pan. salt them lightly. In your casserole dish, add your hashbrowns (I usually use a whole big bag.) In a separate bowl mix the soup and milk together. Add the salt and pepper to taste and throw in lots of shredded cheese...(see, I told you I don't use measurement.) Mix good and pour over hashbrowns. Add onions and mix all together!!! Once done, cover the top with more shredded cheese and sprinkle the bacon bits. Cook in the oven for about an hour or until the hashbrowns are cooked thru and dish is nice and bubbly.

Try this next time you have a get together and don't know what to bring. Throw in some chicken and make it a main meal, or just do what I do and make a big batch to munch on for the next few days. However you decide to use this, you won't regret it. I promise!!!

Enjoy!

(Sigh... I really need a new camera =(

Our Menu

What will be on our table this Thanksgiving:

Stuffed Mushrooms

18 lb Turkey

5 lbs stuffing

10 lbs Potatoes

Corn

Green bean casserole

Gravy

cranberry sauce

Bread

Dessert:

Apple Pie

Pecan Pie

Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Cheesecake

Pecan coffee cake

Apple pie

2 chocolate pudding pies

jello

What's on your table?

Trifles....

" Taste and see that the Lord is good... Oh the joys of those that trust Him." Psalm 34:8

Trifles have been my new obsession. The presentation goes beyond delicious, and the final results... divine! I was first introduced to trifle desserts by my sissy-Cindy-Lu who made a beautiful Trifle dish for one of my kids birthday parties or dedications. (Can't remember which? opps) I was hooked. This weekend, I will be on a hunt for my very own trifle bowl. It will adorn my Thanksgiving table. This specific recipe will be tested on my church and our Thanksgiving meal we share as a church family the week prior to T-day. If all turns out well, perhaps I will be a trifle master??? Known for taking my scrumptious desserts wherever I go... One can dream right???

Yummy!

Last night I fired up the stove and made some carnival food. The girls help me make and eat delicious funnel cake covered in powdered sugar!! Oh did it bring back memories of sunny day at the beach and trips to the "Wave" for all of us. Good times!!

A Rainy Day

The rain came today and broke the heat. How wonderful to awaken to the pitter pat of water on a roof and grey skies. This day has been long overdue after weeks of endless sunshine!
The temperatures cooled off greatly as well. The humidity still lingered but it was NICE! Days like these bring out the cook in me. I immediately yearned for warm pot roast, mashed potatoes,soups,warm bread... I could go on. I browsed my pantries to take inventory of what I had. My supplies were good so I made something I knew would be a hit... Beef and broccoli quiche and cream of broccoli soup.
Molly helped me for a bit with the quiche (until she didn't obey the stove rules and was sent to her room) and Hannah helped me make the soup. Pretty soon the table was set with cheddar cheese for the soup topping and warm biscuits from the oven. Everyone dove in and enjoyed the delicious meal. I found out quickly that I will now need to double my soup recipe. My old measurements simply are not enough anymore. There were NO leftovers for lunch tomorrow. Boo!
With our bellies full we headed to church.
Tomorrow Im sure the sun will return. I would love another grey day to cozy up in the house. French toast is on the menu for breakfast and Pernil is for dinner. I will start that in the morning and the savory smell will engulf the house all day long. If Mr. Golden Sun decided to pay us a visit perhaps a trip to the pool will be in order.
All in all today was an extraordinary day. It gave my soul a taste of fall and I can't wait!