A Thankful Veteran's Day

I am so proud to live in America and so very thankful for the men and women who serve our country so we may be free! My kids had the day off of school so we went to their dentist appointment (where I work) then enjoyed a relaxing day at home. I finished my laundry room project and Pyro went to Lowe's to check out the sale on kitchen appliances.

Grace spent a lot of time with Kanga on her lap and Lily was busy making Name Place Cards for our Thanksgiving dinner with her new Oil Pastels.

      Love these kids!!










As the rain came and the temperature dropped, I was really craving some hot soup, salad, and crusty bread with olive oil for dipping! So came Zuppa Toscana! Homemade Zuppa Toscana...better than Olive Garden!

                   

Olive oil with Tuscan seasoning

Zuppa Toscana

1 lb. ground mild sausage

1/4 to 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper (I do 1/4 tsp)

1 med-lrg chopped onion

2 tsp minced garlic

10 cups water

5-6 bouillon cubes

1 cup cream, half & half, or milk

4 large potatoes, cubed or sliced

1/2 bunch of kale torn in bite size pieces

In a large stock pot, brown sausage with red pepper, onion, & garlic. Add water & bouillon and bring to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until soft about 15-20 min. Add cream and kale, heat through but do not boil. Serve with fresh parmesan cheese, salad and bread!!

We had a great day!