Welcome to the weekend, my friends! It has been one of those weeks where the weather feels so perfect and crisp that it makes me grin every single time I step outside. It has even been chilly enough on the porch in the morning for a blanket a couple of times.
Can you even believe it is October? Can I be honest? I’m not remotely ready for the holidays. It’s hard to even believe fall is here some days. But I’ve come up with something that makes me grin about the holidays and hopefully will make you grin too.
GIVEAWAY CLOSED Today I’m kicking off 12 Weeks of Christmas Giveaways. And these giveaways are just for you all, my newsletter subscribers and Instagram story people. I’m not promoting them anywhere else.
If you’ve been reading my newsletters for long, you already know many of my favorite things. And these giveaways are just that. A round-up of my favorite things that I can hardly wait to share with you!
These giveaways aren’t sponsored. They’re just from me to you to say thanks for being the most awesome group of Internet friends ever.
Today, I’m giving away the Cuisinart Double Belgian Maker Waffle Iron that we use to make all of these waffles. And I’m including the Danish Dough Whisk that stirs together perfect batter.
To be entered, leave a comment on this blog post telling me how you top your waffles. The winner will be selected on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at 11:59pm EST.
Here’s the lucky winner’s comment:
ON THE BLOG this week: Juicy, flavorful grilled chicken thighs are perfect for a quick dinner or as a potluck main dish for a crowd. Much like the way we enjoy Last Minute Chicken, grilled chicken is a staple on our menu plans. I typically plan to grill on Sunday afternoon and that gives us plenty of leftovers for a couple more days as well.
The most popular question I’ve ever received on this website is whether you can make ice cream without a machine. (With so many ice cream recipes on the website, you can imagine how frequently I hear this question!) The answer is YES. You CAN make ice cream without a machine. I shared the directions on the site this week, along with step-by-step photos for each stage of the process.
Fluffy Biscuits with plenty of buttery layers are possible with just a few helpful tips and about ten minutes of hands-on effort. This is another recipe that was many years past needing updated photos!
What I’m CRAVING: All the hearty soups, chowders, and chilis! Once again, my friend Holly is making me hungry. This Creamy Cannellini Bean Soup that she shared this week looks so good!
My FAVORITE THINGS this week are these silk hair ties. Silk hair ties sound fancy, but they serve a solid purpose. They hold your hair back with almost no pulling or hair loss. Who knew that scrunchies would see a comeback? I’ve been using these at night for over a year now and I still love them as much as I did the first time I used them.
What I’m READING: A Light in the Window by Jan Karon. This is the second book in the Mitford series and I’m completely hooked. The characters and their lives are so believable. If you want to curl up with something heartwarming, this is the series you want to read.
“And all at once, summer collapsed into fall.” ― Oscar Wilde
Wishing you a beautiful week full of little things that make you smile!
Mary
Giveaway sponsored by Barefeet In The Kitchen. Giveaway ends on October 6, 2020 at 11:59pm EST. No purchase necessary. Must be 18 years of age or older and a resident of the U.S to enter. One winner will be randomly selected and notified via email.
Tracy Bruce says
I am a traditionalist who tops my waffles with lots of butter and maple syrup.
Maureen O'Connor says
I would enjoy eating my Belgian Waffles with strawberries and whipped cream!!
Patti says
I enjoy my waffles with maple syrup and fresh fruit.
Angie Spelman says
My absolute favorite waffle toppings are fresh huckleberries and whip cream! Make my mouth water just typing this💜😊. I love finding your newest blog posts in my email ! Thank you for sharing your heart and wonderful recipes!
Stephanie Hale says
I love waffles topped with strawberries and powered sugar.
Cara says
Just Irish cream butter and lemon juice, a sprinkle of powdered sugar. So good!
Gina Tharp says
My favorite topping for Belgian Waffles comes from a childhood memory of scarfing down a PB&B sandwich for lunch and running back out to play.
Quarter slice a banana lengthwise and then slice into 1/2 disks to scatter on top of your hot waffle. Melt 3 tablespoons of peanut butter (or more for PB Lovers) in the microwave for 30-40 seconds and drizzle pretty little lines on top. Chop you favorite nut, pecan for this Southern girl, but you can try peanuts, walnuts, cashews, and sprinkle of top. Yumyummmm!
Gail Bem says
I love my waffles topped with lots real maple syrup, butter, and pecans.
Cherylynn says
There’s nothing like blueberry sauce for some beautiful color to start your day off nice and bright. But then there’s roasted pecans. My memories growing up are eating pecan waffles and they’re still a favorite today!
Carol says
My favorite waffles are topped with bananas, toasted pecans and warm maple syrup.
Elizabeth Banuelos says
I love Em my Waffles Freshly Crisp with Chocolate Drippings, Fresh Strawberrys & Apple, Bananas, Sprinkle cinnamon and topped with fresh whip cream And Pecan bits! 😋👀❤🍓🍫🍌🍎🏺
Deb caraway says
We top our waffles Melted butter, banana’s & bacon or sausage ,simple but oh so tasty.
Dee says
I haven’t had waffles for years, but when I did I topped them with maple syrup!
Diane Sexton says
I Love waffles. I enjoy them most with just butter and syrup…. Yum! ❤
Carolyn says
Lots of butter and real maple syrup
Donna Park says
I love my waffles with maple syrup!
Lauren M says
I top my waffles with peanut butter, sliced bananas and real maple syrup! Yum!
Theresa Hamby says
We top our waffles with fresh fruit (usually bananas and berries), pecans, and real maple syrup that has been warmed. So wonderfully delicious!
Sharon says
Love cooking strawberries with a little sugar. Pour over waffles and top with blueberries!
Jean Hartford says
IWe love chicken and waffles with maple syrup. It is the best. Also waffles with whip cream and strawberries. Love you new letter. Alsl loved the Mitford series. Jeas
Stacy says
I am a classic, strawberries and whipped cream. ☺