We live on an acreage in the country, on a windblown, dead
end gravel road, so on snowy days the farthest I get is out to the barn to do
my horse chores. But I love this weather! After getting supper started in the crockpot,
it’s a perfect time to work at the computer in my office, with a nice cup of
fragrant tea at my side--and without the temptation (or even the possibility)
to run to town for errands. And later,
curling up by the fire with a good book while listening to the wind howl outside
is a perfect way to spend an evening.
Have you had a chance to enjoy books from all of the authors
here? Becoming part of this group has
introduced me to some authors I hadn’t read before, and what a delight it is to
be catching up on their wonderful backlist!
And I’ve read and enjoyed books by the others for a long time. What a
wonderful group this is!
For those of you who are also enjoying winter weather,
here’s our family’s favorite chili recipe--great for a snowy evening!
CHILI
4# ground beef, browned
2 medium onions, chopped
1 Tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp ground oregano
1 tsp cumin seed
3 Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp onion powder
2 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
Two 28oz cans stewed
tomatoes
Two cans red beans
(rinsed well and drained)
2 cups water
Mix everything in the
crockpot, and simmer on low all day.
Season to taste. Enjoy!
