Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Pumpkin Pie Spiced and Sugared Nuts

Recipe:
1 cup pecans
1 cup whole almonds
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
pinch of salt
Toast the nuts in a dry pan for 5 minutes over medium low heat, stirring so they don't burn. When done, pour them into a separate container. Put all the rest of the ingredients in your hot pan, be careful with the water because it splatters. Stir for about 2 minutes until it thickens. Pour the nuts back in the pan and stir well while cooking for 2 minutes more.
Pour the nuts onto a foil lined or parchment paper lined cookie sheet, spreading them out, and let sit until cooled. Keep in a sealed container.
This week I will be joining:
These Chicks Cook
Full Plate Thursday
Foodie Friday

Monday, October 3, 2011

Happy Birthday Dad

Dad would have been 87 today. This is his first birthday in heaven. We all wrote him messages on flags and a silent prayer at 3:00 pm for everyone who couldn't make it to the cemetery.

We love you........Happy Birthday!

Sunday, October 2, 2011

Manteno High School Homecoming

Nikos and Chelsea
"Autumn in New York" was the theme for the dance.
October 1, 2011