Month: November 2007

  • Ekman & Lareina

    I went along on my brother's pre-wedding photo shoot. 
    Here are my shots.
    I took over 400 shots.  Here are a few of my favs.  My brother's so goofy!  hehe



  • Thanksgiving 2007

    Thanksgiving is my ultimate favorite time of the year.
    I get to do something I love for the people I love, AND they love me for it. 
    I get to cook.  Everything!
    This year is my record.
    2 days of prep, 3 helpers, 40 guests.


    Scalloped Potatoes


    Green Bean Casserole


    Salad with Cranberry and shallot vinaigrette


    Stuffing!!  Its got everything?  Carrots, Onions, Corn, Zucchini, Shallots, Bread cubes, Mixed herbs, Caramelized Onions, and juice from the turkeys


    Green bean sauteed with shallots and white wine


    Mini Cornbread Muffins

    And my happy peoples:

  • Thanksgiving is coming!

    WOOHOO!!!

    My Menu:

    Cream of Mushroom and Roasted Chestnuts
    Asian Pear Salad with Caramelized Pecans, Goat Cheese and Mixed Greens with Cranberry Vinaigrette
    Garlic Butter Roasted Turkey with Maple Glaze
    2 kinds of stuffing
    Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
    Scalloped Potatoes
    Sauteed Green Beans with Almond and Garlic slices, drizzled with Lemon Juice and Olive Oil
    Sweet Potato and Marshmallow Pudding  OR  Frozen Cassis Souffle
    Double Fudge Brownie
    Pecan Pie and Pumpkin Ice Cream  OR  Pumpkin Creme Brulee

    I'm so excited!!