1. It’s raining. It’s been a few weeks since we’ve gotten much rain, so this is a nice change. I love a good rainstorm. It cleans out the air, and it lowers the temperature, and it makes it a great time to lie on the sofa and read. Love that reading weather!
2. I am a big fan of roast chicken, and we have a big pot of chicken and potatoes in the oven right now. I can’t wait until dinner to enjoy a plate full of good, homemade, nutritious, filling food with lots of flavor! Fall and winter cooking is the best, with the long braises and roasts, where a little effort pays off in huge flavors and lots of leftovers.
3. I got one of those little Crock-Pots, the ones that you can use for a single lunch. When I take food that needs to be warmed up at work, then I just plug it is, slide in the cup of leftovers, and let it warm slowly. I unplug the pot about 15 minutes before I want to eat, and I have a delicious meal that’s perfectly reheated, no microwave needed. I love that thing! And I love that tomorrow it will be filled with leftover roasted chicken and zucchini and squash and potatoes!
*what is making me happy this week