'Tis the Season

Our little guy  needs a stocking to call his own.  Not the one he is currently using that is a hand me down Christmas decoration.  I stumbled across these fantastic stockings from Allenbrite Studios on Etsy today and thank goodness I did.  I can't wait to order one...

(Photo from Allenbrite Studios)

...but which one to choose?

Tasty Tuesday - Chili

As promised, here is my top secret chili recipe. :)

Chili
Yield: 4 quarts

1 large can of diced tomatoes
1 onion, diced
1 clove of garlic, minced
1 can of tomato paste
1/2 lb. ground beef
1 1/2 c. dry beans
2 T. chili seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
Splash of Worcestershire sauce
Water
2 T. cornstarch


Cook the beans according to the packaging - I use the quick soak method.  Reserve the 2 T. of cornstarch.  Brown the onion, ground beef and garlic.  Add the chili seasoning to the browned beef mixture.  Throw it all into a Crock-Pot and cover it with water.  Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until beans are tender.  When chili is finished cooking, make a slurry with the cornstarch and a little water.  Add to the chili, cover and let it sit for 15 minutes.   Enjoy!
 

Have a Tasty Tuesday!

Monday Must Have

LEGGINGS!!!

Thank goodness that this trend is back from the 80's.  If you don't have a pair yet, you seriously need to check your pulse.  Let me begin by telling you, I hate skinny pants.  They look fabulous on other ladies but when I put them on, I look like a 2 piece drumstick meal from KFC.

Leggings on the other hand are a blessing in disguise.  They go great with this whole fitted flannel shirt trend and boots.

Old Navy Women's Stretch Leggings: $10.00

P.S.  No, I don't work for Old Navy, they just have a lot of cute, affordable and trendy items right now.