we just cant seem to get along..
i dont spend much time wit them, & i cant even recall the last time
i had dinner with my mom.
or even the last time i even had dinner MADE by my mom.
which is probably how i started cooking on my own.
But ever since i met Frankie,
his family has welcomed me with open arms,
and i have been so blessed since.~
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| Frankie, his dad, cousin, niece, auntie, mom, myself, Amy (sister), Auntie |
His mom tends to buy random trinkets & gadgets that she never uses,
but still insists that i read the manuals for them anyway; from ice-cream churners,
waffle irons, cone makers, individual egg steamers... any random cookware!
She buys a ton of little dolls, hair-clips, accessories, bags, & keychains and she
attaches them to any place she can find, haha!
shes just an adorable person, whos fun to be around~
Even sitting around watching game shows with her is a joy, served with
corn-on-the-cob (her fav.) while garnished with random arguments
over the correct answers, to the trivia questions.
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& his dad is a totally " hip & happenin` " individual !
He initiates conversations of Frankie's interests,
like tracking cars, work, & tennis. While learning a few curse words from Frankie,
and tries to fuse them into his sentences. (which always makes me laugh)~
He also brainstorms new ideas for his company by involving the development
of car-parts, since Frankie has such a deep passion for cars & the track.
oh and did i mention that he even drinks with Frankie & his friends?
haha, such an awesome dad.
& every other week or so, he tries to have a "cooking day" with me,
and we`d cook together, exchange tips, provide suggestions, and show off by
channeling our inner iron chef skills. BAM !
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but even with all these amazing features, the best part about them is
their never ending love for their family.
once in awhile, ill catch a glimpses of them just looking at Frankie in
complete adoration, and it`ll make my heart melt.
Theyre such an interactive, supportive, happy, & generous bunch~
im extremely thankful for them to consider me as one of their own.
i love them all deeply.
This entry is dedicated to them;
it was truly a Happy Thanksgiving !
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| Our Thanks Giving Dinner! with Roasted Turkey & Glazed Sweet Ham |
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| My Dog Coco ! hes patiently waiting to eat his ham & turkey |
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| Yummy! our Roasted Turkey & Glazed Sweet Ham |
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| My Garlic & Bacon Mashed Potatoes! a favorite among my friends, & always requested by Frankie`s dad Recipe; - Boiled Potatoes (in salted water) - Drained & Mashed - Pour in Heavy cream, till desired consistency - Finely chopped garlic (alot if youre a garlic lover like me) - a handful of Bacon Bits - a sprinkle of black ground pepper, & more salt if needed. |
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| "Swedish Potatoes" This is a recipe from my step-dad its his "specialty" or atleast, the only thing he can cook that doesnt come in a box. keke~ Believe me, even if the word" anchovie" sets you off, you wont even taste them! these potatoes are SO good. Recipe; - 5 Peeled & Sliced potatoes (cut french-fry style) - 2 oz. can of anchovies; cut into tiny pieces. - one large onion, finely chopped. - 3/5 of a pint of Heavy Cream - 1 Cup of Bread Crumbs - Half a Stick of Butter ; sliced. - Salt & Pepper to sprinkle. Butter the bottom of your casserole dish, and layer the potato slices at the bottom. (enough to just cover it). sprinkle pieces of anchovies on top, with a sprinkle of onions on top of that. add a splash of heavy cream over it all & repeat. ending with potatoes on top. add a final splash of heavy cream, sprinkle the bread crumbs on top and scatter the sliced pieces of butter on top of it all. & bake at 420 degrees, until potatoes are tender & golden brown. |
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| Adding the Last Dash of Cream over the potatoes |
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| Finishing with a Sprinkling of Bread Crumbs |
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| The Final Touch. adding slices of butter ontop of your bread crumbs |
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