Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving tomorrow! Share your thanks with friends and family in a memorable way and stuff your faces with yummy food!
Your Realtor and Friend for Life!
~Kathy De La Cruz, 1st Lady of Real Estate!
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Whether you are a seasoned pro or a rookie just starting out, cooking Thanksgiving dinner is a daunting but fun task. If you’ve ever wondered just how much wine or food to get for each guest or if you blank and forget how to mash a potato, these charts will help ease your panic and have the best Thanksgiving dinner ever!
For the trip to the grocery store
For prepping a turkey
For stuffing
For knowing when to take the turkey out of the oven
For pumpkin pie
Libby’s famous pumpkin pie recipe here: https://www.verybestbaking.com/recipes/18470/libbys-famous-pumpkin-pie/
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Congratulations Janie on the closing of your brand new home! It was a BLAST working with you and I am so happy you chose me as your realtor and friend for life. I wish you nothing but the best in your future endeavors.
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The potato. Whether you mash them, bake them, or fry them, this brown starchy vegetable can easily become the star of any meal. If you want to spice up this delicious side dish, check out these 6 insanely good mashed potato recipes that you won’t be able to resist!
Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole
Recipe: http://www.afamilyfeast.com/loaded-mashed-potato-casserole/
Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes
Recipe: http://thefoodcharlatan.com/2014/11/11/browned-butter-mashed-potatoes-recipe/
Slow Cooker White Cheddar, Garlic & Chive Mashed Potatoes
Recipe: https://idahopotato.com/recipes/slow-cooker-white-cheddar-garlic-chive-idaho-mashed-potatoes
Mashed Potatoes with Ricotta, Spinach, and Bacon
Recipe: http://kelvin-wu.blogspot.com/2011/11/mash-potatoes-with-ricotta-spinach-and.html?m=1
Mashed Potatoes with Fried Onions and Bacon
Recipe: http://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a30415/golden-mashed-potatoes-fried-onions-bacon-recipe/
Creamy Oven-Baked Mashed Potatoes
Recipe: http://www.recipegirl.com/2008/11/03/creamy-oven-baked-mashed-potatoes/#_a5y_p=1065148
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Hey you!! Don’t forget that there’s a holiday between Halloween and Christmas and it’s actually the best holiday of the year! I’m talking about THANKSGIVING!! People tend to skip right over this holiday once Halloween ends and I don’t see how you could. It’s the only time it’s acceptable to stuff your face full of food, nap, and then do it all over again. In the spirit of this holiday here are some unique side dishes to accompany the star of the show, the turkey!!
Creamy Brie Four Cheese Mac and Cheese
Recipe: http://www.halfbakedharvest.com/creamy-brie-four-cheese-mac-cheese-buttery-ritz-crackers/
Smashed Lemon Herb Baked Potatoes
Recipe: http://www.galonamission.com/smashed-herb-lemon-baked-potatoes/
Sweet Potato and Honey Goat Cheese Pizza
Recipe: http://www.simplysated.com/sweet-potato-honey-goat-cheese-pizza/
Green Beans with Pancetta and Red Onions
Recipe: http://www.joyfulhealthyeats.com/green-beans-pancetta-red-onions/
Hawaiian Sweet Bread Stuffing
Recipe: http://www.thecookierookie.com/hawaiian-sweet-bread-stuffing/
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I stepped outside this morning and could not believe I was still in Austin. The weather was so cool and dreary, the type of weather that makes you want to stay inside curled up with a good book and some hot soup. Don’t get me wrong, I love soup more than the average person but there’s nothing like biting into a piece of crunchy, piping hot chicken on a cold day as well. Here is a step by step guide on how to make some of the best southern fried chicken you will ever have. My mouth is watering just typing this!
Here is everything you’ll need to make the fried chicken:
Set the chicken pieces on a cutting board and season liberally with salt and pepper on all sides.
Transfer the chicken to a large bowl and add the buttermilk, then let it sit for at least 15 minutes. Meanwhile, stir together the flour with the seasonings.
Heat 1 to 2 inches of oil in a heavy skillet (cast iron is best) or Dutch oven over high heat.
When the oil reaches 350°F on a deep-fry thermometer, turn the heat down to medium. You’re ready to fry!
Transfer 3 to 4 pieces of chicken from the buttermilk to the flour mixture, letting any excess buttermilk drip off.
Use your hands to pack the flour onto all sides of the chicken, then, working with one piece at a time, shake off any excess flour…
…and carefully place the dredged chicken in the hot oil.
Repeat with 2 or 3 more pieces of chicken. Make sure your oil temperature doesn’t drop lower than about 340°F. Try and keep it at 350°F.
Let the chicken fry for about 6 minutes, until it’s lightly browned on the underside.
Use tongs or a slotted spoon to carefully flip each piece of chicken.
Cook for 6 more minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and both sides are golden brown.
Lift the finished pieces of chicken out of the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate or baking sheet.
Repeat the process, cooking 3 or 4 pieces of chicken at a time, until all the chicken is cooked. Season the cooked chicken with a little more salt and pepper, as soon as it comes out of the oil.
And there you have it! A step by step guide to making the most delicious fried chicken you will ever put in your mouth. I know after reading this blog you’re running to the nearest grocery store to buy all of these ingredients, I know I am!
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WOW! Can you believe it’s November already. Only 2 more months until a new year is upon us. New year new you is how the saying goes right? November in Texas finally means colder weather and with the weather change comes an abundance of new vegetables and fruits that are in season. Here are 10 November recipes you have to try this month using these fruits and vegetables!
Slow Cooker Pot Roast with Gravy
Recipe: http://carpeseason.com/classic-slow-cooker-pot-roast-with-homemade-gravy/
Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar, Marshmallows, and Pecans (YUM)
Recipe: http://setthetableblog.com/twice-baked-sweet-potatoes-with-brown-sugar-pecans-marshmallows/
Crock Pot French Onion Soup with Cheesy French Toast
Recipe: http://www.halfbakedharvest.com/crockpot-french-onion-soup-with-cheesy-french-toast-video/
Perfect Fried Chicken
Recipe: http://www.buzzfeed.com/christinebyrne/perfect-fried-chicken#.uhyMpnBZ4
Pumpkin Scalloped Potatoes
Recipe: http://www.recipegirl.com/2012/11/12/pumpkin-scalloped-potatoes/
Spinach and Ricotta Grilled Cheese
Recipe: http://cafedelites.com/2015/04/28/spinach-and-ricotta-grilled-cheese/
Easy Creamy Mushrooms
Recipe: http://damndelicious.net/2015/01/02/easy-creamy-mushrooms/
Red Nose Punch
Recipe: http://www.saveur.com/article/Recipes/Red-Nose-Punch
Whole Wheat Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Recipe: http://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/2015/10/healthy-whole-wheat-pumpkin-chocolate-chip-pancakes/
Tomato and Cannellini Bean Soup
Recipe: http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/tomato-and-cannellini-bean-soup
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Portable eats FTW! When you don’t have time for an extravagant breakfast, here are some quick and easy on-the-go recipes for the busy person in all of us.
Yogurt Overnight Oats
Recipe: http://www.shebakeshere.com/2014/04/easy-yogurt-overnight-oats.html
Egg, Cheese, and Veggie Muffins
Recipe: http://www.averiecooks.com/2014/05/100-calorie-cheese-vegetable-and-egg-muffins.html
Quinoa Omelette Bites
Recipe: http://www.tablespoon.com/recipes/quinoa-omelette-bites/34e152b7-dae2-4db9-92a3-024f56c8e4da
Skinny Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Shake
Recipe: http://themessybakerblog.com/2013/09/26/skinny-chocolate-peanut-butter-banana-shake/
Peanut Butter, Strawberry, and Banana Quesadillas
Recipe: http://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/2012/06/peanut-butter-strawberry-banana-quesadillas/
Museli Scones
Recipe: http://elanaspantry.com/muesli-scones/
Basic Oatmeal Squares
Recipe: http://ohsheglows.com/2012/01/20/on-the-glow-basic-oatmeal-squares/
Blueberry, Yogurt, and Oatmeal Muffins
Recipe: http://fingerprickingood.com/2013/12/04/power-muffins-blueberryoatmealyogurt
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Hello Friends,
Please join me in congratulating my client and personal friend Tyra on the recent closing of her home. This is the second time I have worked with Tyra as her real estate agent and I am thankful that she chose to work with me the second time around. I wish her the best of luck in her future home where she moved to be closer to her son and family. Congratulations once again Tyra and I wish you nothing but happiness.
If you or someone you know is interested in buying. selling, or leasing a home, Please feel free to contact me!
Think of me as your Austin real estate resource!
Your Realtor and Friend for Life!
~Kathy De La Cruz, 1st Lady of Real Estate
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I know it’s October and that means pumpkin everything but I’m going to let you in on a little secret and confess that I’m not a huge pumpkin lover. There I said it! Not to worry though because for those of you who are like me and don’t think pumpkin is all it’s cracked up to be, here are some decadent fall desserts that don’t require pumpkin. I promise they are still delicious!
Apple Crisp Blondies
Recipe: http://www.thereciperebel.com/apple-crisp-blondies/
Cranberry Upside Down Cake
Recipe: http://www.floatingkitchen.net/cranberry-upside-down-cake/
Cinnamon Roll Bites
Recipe: http://www.highheelsandgrills.com/cinnamon-roll-bites/
Pecan Pie Milkshakes
Recipe: http://www.floatingkitchen.net/pecan-pie-milkshakes/
Sweet Potato Cake with Pecan Streusel
Recipe: http://www.savorynothings.com/sweet-potato-cake-with-pecan-streusel/
Fruit Crisp
Recipe: http://www.savorynothings.com/skinny-holiday-fruit-crisp/
Greek Yogurt Apple Cinnamon Bread
Recipe: http://kristineskitchenblog.com/2015/08/31/greek-yogurt-apple-cinnamon-bread/
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