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Hands down, my favorite Thanksgiving dish is the chicken and dressing. But I never have made them (in fact, my mom often makes me 9x9 dishes to freeze throughout the year) so I'd feel a little weird sharing the recipe.
Instead, I'll share a staple I make for most every holiday, especially hubby's family. We LOVE this low-calorie dish.
Cheesy hashbrown casserole (imiage via Google)
What you'll need:
2 bags of hashbrowns
1 can cream of mushroom
1 can cream of chicken
8 oz. sour cream
1/2 stick butter
Shredded cheddar cheese
To make:
- Dump your hashbrowns (preferably thawed overnight, so your hands don't freeze!) into the baking dish or a bowl, if you don't want things to get too messy!
- Mix in soups and sour cream. I find it's easier to just mix with clean hands! Also, if you don't like one of the creams/don't have them on hand, you can do both the same, just use two cream soups.
- Pour into 9x13.
- Melt butter and pour on top.
- Bake in a 350 degree oven for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes or so.
- Once the hour has passed, mix in shredded cheese. I usually do about 1.5 cups, but it all depends on how cheesy you like it! I also sprinkle a layer on top.
- Return to oven for about 15 minutes or until cheese has melted.
Enjoy! This stuff is so good, I can just sit down with a plate of it as leftovers and be completely satisfied!
With all the advancements we've seen in the 21st century, it's wild to think about how things will be different in another 100 years. But here are some of the things I am most THANKful for:
- My iPhone. LOVE it, can't live without it. But even if I didn't have it, cell phones in general.
- Microwaves.
- Mini fridges. It's great to have this at work!
- Computers. I mean, the way networks are, lots of people can practically work from home. And once baby gets here, I'll be able to do that some days!
- The internet and all it entails - email, social networking, etc. So great to keep in touch! (And make new friends, like you :))
- Ultrasounds. I can't imagine not getting to see my babe!
- Technology in vehicles. Cruise control, XM radio, heated seats, remote start ... what's not to love?
- Heat and air conditioning.
- A time when it is acceptable for women to work. But OK if they don't.
What are some of the 21st century luxuries you couldn't live without?
Oh hey guys. How are you doing?
I've been really behind on things. A million things going on and through my mind. So much that I forgot to put on makeup this morning. Whoops.
But I haven't forgotten this little linkup. Wednesday's topic was about why we are thankful for our hometown. Last year, I wrote a "me on the map" post, so to be lazy, I'm just going to link it HERE. I LOVE being a Sikestonian :) And my new job working in development makes me even more proud, since I feel I am making a positive impact in trying to grow the community through education, bringing in new jobs, etc.
Today's linkup topic is why we are thankful for the Blogosphere. I have to say I have made some of the best friends through blogging, and learned so much about other places, who I am, pregnancy, childcare, new products and more. When I started this blog about two years ago, we were in the process of buying our first home and I wanted to journal our feelings on that, plus document the befores and afters. I still share home projects (which are few and far between) but I've also used this as a way to post my random thoughts, details on our wedding, pregnancy and more. Someday, I know I'm going to love being able to look back at this all, and I plan to make a book. I'm sure that as Baby R grows, I'll pull excerpts from the blog to use in his/her baby book and photo books. I'll also use y'all to answer my questions.
I blog for myself - in fact, I don't think many people I know IRL are aware I have a blog. But it is nice to have those blog buddies who are there to support you, give you advice, rally around you, and also share details of their life. I LOVE every email conversation I have with my blog friends.
I'm linking up with the challenge again, and today we are talking about YouTube (and other Internet fun!)
I have to be pretty honest and say that I mostly just use YouTube to see commercials or music videos. So while I love it, it's not one of those can't-live-without things.
But I am quite addicted to the Internet. In our old duplex, I was so bad about just sitting around playing on the computer ALL NIGHT after sitting at work in front of a computer for 8 hours a day. Bad Michelle. I still use my iPhone quite a bit at night, but I'm definitely not as bad.
My most-visited sites include:
Gmail
Facebook
Blogger (duh)
Pinterest
Craigslist
Etsy
Our local newspapers
What I love about online is that everything is at your fingertips! It's such a great way to type in something and have it articulated. I love crafty things but am not crafty at all, so Etsy gives me a chance to buy those items as girls and support the small guy.
In terms of the social media sites, I like to stay informed and know what's going on. If I happen to know too much about your life, I think it's your fault because you are sharing it in a public forum. But how great is it to remember all those birthdays you wouldn't otherwise? Or better yet, be overwhelmed by the number of birthday greetings you get or congratulations on big life events? It's a great way to keep in touch and connected. While I do agree there are certain evils to social media, it's still a great tool I am very THANKful for :)
I'm participating in the Plenty to be THANKful challenge and today's topic is guilty pleases.
Man, do I have a lot of guilty pleasures. That I've been partaking in more than I should lately.
They include:
- Long baths.
- Chocolate (M&Ms these days). Or any sweets, for that matter.
- Hitting the snooze button one.more.time.
- Trashy reality TV. Although I am making a real effort not to watch the Kardashians since Kim's scam divorce.
- Looking at hubby and suggesting restaurant/fast food I know he'll love for supper. Last week, we had Lamberts' takeout and it was divine.
- Lounge pants
- Online shopping
- Social media
What are your guilty pleasures?
