Mom and Dad came over for an impromptu dinner.
Memories of weeknight dinners of my childhood...
the four of us sitting around the table
bowing our heads respectfully when we pray
calmly discussing the day
four on the floor (chair legs)
chewing with our mouths closed
asking to be excused
clearing our plates when everyone is done
patiently waiting for dessert
Let's just say that it is now the same room, three of the same people, and...
well, that's pretty much it.
But we do have a good time!
new trick!
the 7 year old schools the ph.D
books
her Marcus-Gunn Jaw-Wink Syndrome is fascinating
this is what happens every single time she sticks out her tongue
i-pad lessons.
yes, that's Dad on his shirt.
dutch blitz.
Eva beat Grandpa in round one (even though he warned that he is faster than he appears)
quite a proud moment.
tried a new recipe tonight.
caramel corn chocolate pecan bark
and I plan to make it every day for the rest of my life.
I will weigh 300 lbs, and I will be happy.
Its from Cooking for Isaiah, with some modifications.
1 c. sugar
2 Tbsp. lite corn syrup
2 Tbsp. water
1 tsp. vanilla
6 c. popcorn, popped
1 c. pecan pieces, toasted on the stove with 1 Tbsp. butter and a hearty dash of salt
12 oz. package of semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
kosher salt (you MUST use salt. It MAKES this.)
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, water, and vanilla. While stirring, bring it to a boil over medium heat. Turn the heat down a bit and then let it cook for 15 more minutes, without stirring.
Pour it over the popcorn and get it all combined. This is the part where I melted the spoon and got a blister on my finger. Be careful!
Spread it onto the paper, sprinkle over pecans, spread the melted chocolate over the top, and then sprinkle on some kosher salt.
Let it harden and then break it apart. And eat it! Share if you're in the mood to be nice.
Blessed be!