Showing posts with label blue monday. Show all posts
Showing posts with label blue monday. Show all posts

Monday, October 26, 2009

Sausage Swirls

Fall has arrived here at the Cozy Kitchen. The leaves are falling. I love how these last few leaves are holding this sweet nest in place.
It's Blue Monday over at Smiling Sally's!

I have learned that the simplest pleasures bring the greatest joy. I've learned that it's nearly impossible for anyone to wake up in a bad mood on Sunday morning when they lazily wake up to the smell of Miss Paula Deen's sausage swirls wafting into their bedroom. Every time I passed one of my children in the house yesterday, I heard..."I love you mom".
These itty bitty bites make my family swoon.

{ this was one of two platters that I served. Both platters were gone in six minutes. I need to double this the next time! }


Mr. B even mentioned them several hours later as I was folding laundry.
I just smiled and my heart felt soooooo happy. I'm ready for fall, and cozy meals in the upcoming months. I like to serve these Christmas Eve morning, since they are so easy. You can even prepare them the night before, and pop them in the oven the next morning.

Sausage Swirls by Paula Deen
Two 8 oz cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
1 pound ground sausage ( I like Jimmy Dean Sage )

Separate 1 can of dough and form into 4 rectangles.

Firmly press perforations to seal.
Take the uncooked sausage and cut into 8 chunks.
Using 4 chunks of the sausage, spread thin layer on each rectangle.
Starting at the short end, roll each rectangle tightly into a cylinder. Repeat with other can of dough and sausage.
Place on a plate, cover with plastic wrap and chill until firm, about 30 minutes.
Cut each roll into 4 slices.

Preheat oven to 375.
Place sausage swirls 1/2 inch apart on ungreased baking sheet.
Bake 18-20 minutes.

*We love to dip them in mustard! Yum!

Monday, October 19, 2009

It's Outdoor Wednesday over at A Southern Daydreamer , Watery Wednesday, & Waterside Wednesday !

hide -to obstruct the view of.




tran⋅quil - free from commotion or tumult; peaceful; quiet; calm:





har⋅mo⋅ni⋅ous- forming a pleasingly consistent whole



lone- being alone; without company or accompaniment; solitary; unaccompanied:

It's Blue Monday over at Smiling Sally's !

Monday, October 5, 2009

Lemon Bars

I have recently become a huge apron fan. I'm tired of ruining my clothes in the kitchen !
I found this darling apron at TJ Maxx last week. It's feminine, flirty and I can't wait to wear it while I'm making Thanksgiving dinner ! { I tried it on for Mr.B and all I can say is I think I blushed ! } At least I can feel pretty while I cook !!
I love this color combo !

Introducing my Frugalicious Friday find !
{ TJ Maxx apron, $7.99 }
I had a hankering for something sweet & tart, so I made lemon bars. I didn't have time to whip out my kitchen aide so I made this standby when I have zero time, but need a dessert.

I use Krusteaz Lemon Bar Mix. ( and NO, I did not get paid to review this product. It's just a box in my pantry that I've been using for years )

Follow instructions on the box and Just add the juice of 1 fresh lemon... and it is sooo good ! I keep a box in my pantry for unexpected company, or when I'm in the mood for something sweet but don't want to mess the kitchen !

{Also participating in Blue Monday over at Smiling Sally's !}

Monday, September 21, 2009

Blue Skies



So here's a peek outside my kitchen window... Thank you God for such beautiful blue skies !


Happy Blue Monday ! {Thank you Smiling Sally for hosting!}

Sunday, September 13, 2009

While I was out this weekend, I stumbled upon this old Ball Mason jar that has bubbles in it... They reminded me of fish bubbles, so I had to have it ! I suddenly have an apron obsession. I found this vintage hostess apron and I love the blue organza...it's sheer and feminine.
It has faded red roses which I find so charming ! I love blue and red together ! I'm packing this up and sending it to my sister who loves anything vintage !
Blue Monday hosted by the wonderful Smiling Sally!

Monday, August 31, 2009

Vintage Table

Driving home Friday afternoon, I spotted this vintage blue painted table. I have been looking for a side table for my daughters room and I knew this would be perfect. Lots of space for her to place her trinkets. She has a small room, so I need to be practical about what I buy her. I think it turned out really cute.
I love blue glass, and this vintage Ball Mason Jar is my favorite color of blue, ever. Soothing and beautiful..........



Years ago, my grandmother gave me antique tea cups & saucers from her collection. She doesn't remember me anymore, but this reminds me of her and how things used to be.
And I smile... Thanks for stopping by !

Stop by Southern Hospitality for more great yard sale finds and stop by
Smiling Sally for more Blue Monday !

Monday, August 24, 2009

Oh so blue



How ironic...It's Blue Monday...and so perfectly matches my mood !


I'm blue because it's the end of summer.


I'm blue because school starts tomorrow for my boys.


I'm blue because I hate the sound of an empty house (even though it's not completely empty- I still have my daughter around... but boys sure make a lot of noise !)


And I'm blue because I'm still traumatized over my son's injuries last week.


I had to take down the post because all it did was make me sad when I saw it.


But for all of those who left a word of comfort and support, I thank you from the bottom of my heart !


And now for Blue Monday hosted by Smiling Sally





(Photos taken on a weekend getaway !)

p.s.
A fabulous chocolaty recipe and a new giveaway is on the way...stay tuned !

Monday, August 17, 2009

Vintage Find & a priceless moment !



Since my camera is broken, I have to post about this thrifty find I made a few months ago.


Vintage Winter Frost White Corelle, 1970.






{8 cups & saucers, a mere 10 cents each.}



I spent 80 cents.



When I saw these, the first thought that came to mind was this...

Jello !

and I have to say, even my teenage sons thought that eating jello out of these was 'cool'.



And I really must share a priceless moment for me this weekend.



While we were boating, we came upon a school of dolphins ! There were 7, swimming right next to us. All in pairs with a new mama and BABY !!! Oh my gosh, I cannot tell you how excited I was. It was a magical moment. Thankfully I had my cell phone with me. (My new camera needs to get here soon !!!! )Here is the only photo I was able to capture.

And don't forget to stop by Southern Hospitality for more thrifty finds, and Smiling Sally for more blue !

P.s.
Don't forget....you still have time to enter my book giveaway ! Just leave a comment on that post !

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