Showing posts with label winter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label winter. Show all posts

Monday, January 28, 2013

Icy Weekend

The forecast at the end of last week was calling for a bit of icy weather here in good ole NC.  We got some icy weather... but that was it... ice.  Needless to say it resulted in an early dismissal from school friday and what teacher is going to object to that?  We spent the rest of the weekend enjoying a Harry Potter movie-thon, church, lunch with family, and of course my ritual Sunday afternoon Target/Starbucks outing.  It has been a few weeks and I was having withdrawals!  Needless to say the weekend flew by and its Monday again.  I hope your Monday is amazing!





I discovered this little gem on Pinterest this weekend and I think I need it.

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Thursday, January 3, 2013

Taco Soup

This is one recipe that will leave you wanting more.  My mom found this recipe a few years ago and it quickly became a staple in the Chase household.  It is extremely simple and flavorful.  I must warn you that it is a little spicy, but there are a few substitutions that you could make it cut down on the spicy level if you desire.  It's a perfect solution for the cold, winter days that are heading our way!


TACO SOUP

what you need

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cans Chili Beans
1 can Rotel diced tomatos with green chiles
1 can tomato sauce
1 can diced tomatos 
(I used whole tomatos chopped up)
1 can whole kernel corn
1 packet dry Ranch dressing
1 packet taco seasoning   
Approximately 2 cups water


how you make it
1 Brown hamburger and onion, drain excess grease.
2 Add all remaining ingredients, bring to a simmer, and ENJOY!


Now, that wasn't too hard was it?  The hardest part is probably opening the lids of all the cans!  I usually put mine on early in the morning and let it cook for a little while.  It's one of those dishes that gets better with time.  If you want to cut the heat level down a bit, try using two cans of diced tomatos, rather than adding a can of Rotel tomatos with green chiles.  Also, you can make your own homemade taco seasoning which allows you to control the level of spices in your dish.

Bon Appetit