As this is Hubs and my first Thanksgiving and a newly wedded couple, we are not quite sure what we are going to do.
Now Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite holidays. And its not because of all the food, and it is not because of the Macy's Parade (though I do look forward to it), and it is most defiantly NOT because of all the football games... bleh. What I really look forward to is spending time with my family.
My family has a tradition of visiting my aunt and family which makes the holiday a bit more special. For almost as long as I can remember we've packed up the van, dog and all, and traveled the 6.5 hours over the river and through the woods.
My aunt always had a way of making the holiday special, and I don't think she particularly tries or does anything grand. She would have all the junk food snacks (you know those cheese puffs that are so bad for you, but soooo good!) and then a slew of health food too, and she would have the crock pot going with mulled cider. As Rachel Ray would say: Yummo! Her house is also the coziest place on earth. Even when her house is full of people, you still have the ability to fall asleep on the couch or one of her huge chairs. A great way to celebrate what you are thankful for: Family, food, and sleep!
Now this year, as the grand kids are all grown up and married off and doing their own things; we are not going to my aunts. I have to admit I was hoping to go, but knew it was a possibility that we wouldn't. The kicker is that Hubs and I are not even getting out of town (and if you read my previous post, you know how badly I want that!!) due to his employment at Lowes and their rule of "thou shall work on Black Friday, NO EXCEPTIONS!"
Hubs and I were bummed to say the least. We were both looking forward to seeing our families, but we'll make the most of it. And I get to stretch my culinary muscles and make a feast for two, mulled cider and all.
I am already planning for Pumpkin soup... check out the recipe here. And I will be serving it in hollowed out pumpkins.
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