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Welcome to the weekend, my friends! We’ve had a bit of a sleepless week watching over our sweet Oscar and making sure he’s taking it as easy as possible, getting all of his meds, resting, and healing after his surgery on Tuesday. And I’m thrilled to tell you that he’s getting around well and learning to navigate again now that his leg has been amputated. So many of you have been messaging as I’ve shared his videos in my daily stories, and we appreciate the prayers and well wishes so much.
ON THE BLOGS THIS WEEK: Crisp warm tortillas filled with chicken, bell peppers, and plenty of melting cheese provide a terrific dinner, or an excellent way to use up just a bit of leftovers. Who would turn down piping hot Chicken Fajita Quesadilla for lunch or dinner? (Not me!)
Savory and sweet blend perfectly with a touch of heat in this sausage and apple Stuffed Acorn Squash. Although it also makes a great side, this fall classic has been the main event at our table more than a few times.
Jalapeno Corn Pudding is a sweet and savory cornbread with a spicy kick. With a golden brown crust and a soft, custard-like center, it’s American comfort food at its best. I’ve loved corn pudding for as long as I can remember. Adding jalapenos gives the casserole a little bit of heat that I find irresistible.
Light, crispy, and flaky Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Chips are delightfully snackable and surprisingly satisfying. These chips are the snack you never knew you were missing!
Spaghetti Pancakes are a fun treat made by drizzling batter onto the griddle in long, skinny strands. They take a little more effort than a regular stack, but they’re a great way to do something different on a weekend morning.
You only need two ingredients and about five minutes to make this Easy Hot Fudge Sauce. This is a dream come true (and a “must have in the house at all times” requirement) for any ice cream lover!
Thin, chewy, buttery Oatmeal Lace Cookies with crispy edges have proven completely and totally irresistible to every single person who has tried them. What makes a cookie a lace cookie? If you hold the cookie up to the light, it’s nearly thin enough in places to see through it. Yet, it’s chewy, and crispy, and oh so delicious, not at all fragile once cooled.
What I’m CRAVING: Christi’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies. Because once you’ve tasted them, there is no other cookie option for satisfying a chocolate peanut butter craving. They are unreal!
My FAVORITE THINGS this week are the elevated dog bowls we bought for Oscar. It’s such an incredibly simple thing, but wow, what a huge difference it has made! We realized he wasn’t drinking water because he couldn’t easily get to the bowl without slipping forward on his front legs. It is more work to balance on just the one rear leg now. (He doesn’t seem to mind doing that for his food, but can’t be troubled for the water. Ha.) With the elevated bowls, he’s eating and drinking like a champ again! YAY!
What I’m READING: Once again, I’m all about the comfort reads. I started Anne of Green Gables last night and it’s been making me smile all over again. In case you don’t already have it on your Kindle, the full 8 book set is still a $0.99 (yes, less than one dollar!) download and that continues to thrill me all these years later. Send me more of your comfort reads, friends!
What I’m WATCHING: The Life List on Netflix. This is a feel-good tearjerker, and also a fun romantic comedy. Was it a bit predictable and formulaic? Sure. But, I still really enjoyed it!
“For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, “Fear not, I am the one who helps you.” Isaiah 41:13 ESV
Wishing you a beautiful week filled with little things that make you smile!
Mary
Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!
Your recipes are delicious, nutritious, and maybe best of all quick and easy!
Every one who has tasted these dishes you have created, is delighted!
Bless your generous Heart,
Judelon LaSalle
Central Coast of California
Thanks so much!
I love your recipes, there easy to follow and I almost always have the ingredients on hand.
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I read Theo of Golden to my husband while he was in bed with a herniated disk. It kept us on the edge of our seats all the way to the end. Great read
So sorry to hear about your dog, Mary. It’s so hard when our pets are sick. Zach Williams is one of my all time favorites. You should google when he sings “Go Tell It On The Mountain” with his band. If you haven’t heard it already, it’s worth a listen.
Thanks, Vicki. That one is a favorite too!