Thanks to everyone for your good luck wishes, I really appreciate it! Some of ya'll had some fun ideas on how to spend my time now that I lost my job. HOWEVER, I can't be a SAHM to a child who isn't home & I also can't take an endless vacation to cook & blog. Nice thought though!!!! The only thing to do now that I lost my job is, well, find another one. I am sure there will be natural downtime in between the search & interviews to enjoy some stolen moments, like picking up Tristan a bit earlier & cooking a nice meal at 5 rather than a quick one at 6. But to just lay back & enjoy indefinite time off is just not in the cards.
I am easing into tomorrow's Not So Fat Fridays with a little healthy appetizer I made last weekend when my parents came over for dinner. We really enjoyed these!
I am easing into tomorrow's Not So Fat Fridays with a little healthy appetizer I made last weekend when my parents came over for dinner. We really enjoyed these!
(1) 9 oz box frozen artichoke hearts
2/3 cup cooked chopped spinach
1 tsp lemon pepper
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder
18 thin slices of brie
Pre-heat broiler. Prepare artichoke hearts according to package directions. Combine spinach, lemon pepper, salt & garlic in a small bowl. Top each artichoke heart with the spinach mixture & brie. Broil until cheese melts, about 1 minute. These are best served warm.
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I bought frozen spinach & prepared according to the package directions, squeezing all the excess water out. Next time I make these, I may saute fresh spinach in some fresh minced garlic. The original recipe did not call for garlic at all which surprised me so add more if you'd like. For the brie, the smallest wheel you can buy will suffice. There will be leftover.
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Stay tuned tomorrow for a healthy but delicious dinner and dessert!
Good luck on the job search.
ReplyDeleteThat appetizer looks delicious and easy to make; I will definately try this one for sure!
So sorry about the job! Sometimes these things really are blessings in disguise. I am so glad that you have a positive attitude about the whole thing.
ReplyDeleteThese sound delicious. I can't wait to try them.
That's got to be delicious.. it's everything I love.
ReplyDeletelove your great attitude - and these look delicious!
ReplyDelete2 income family here too.
ReplyDeleteSounds SUPER yummy!!
How do you always come up with the most awesome, delicious recipes?!?!
ReplyDeleteI was sold just from the title. Yum Yum!!!!
ReplyDeleteClever appetizer using delicious flavors. YUM.
ReplyDeleteThose look so good.
ReplyDeleteYum. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteOh these look soooo good!
ReplyDeletePlease keep us posted on the job search. I was just thinking earlier how I wished you had a cook book! You could get famous cooking and that can be your new job!
That is really cool how we have a lot in common from the tag post! :)
That's a fun idea. Looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteThat looks soooooo good!!!
ReplyDeleteRIGHT UP MY ALLEY!!!!!!! YUMM-O!
ReplyDeleteYOU HAD ME AT BRIE! I heart brie like most people heart Edward Cullen! Brie Brie....OOO how I love thee! Any party, home party or anything I have to bring something...I always find a way to BRING a BRIE something or other...so I will so include this in my BRIE file!!!! DID I mention I love Brie...LOL
ReplyDeleteAll of my faves! Yum! I'm totally making this!
ReplyDeleteI cannot wait for Not so Fat Friday as I'm starting my local Biggest Loser tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteBtw, your state flower is the orange blossom. Duh! lol. Just kidding. Didn't know until I looked at my list.
Yes, the change in lifestyle when going from two incomes to one would be a difficult one. I would be remiss if I didn't say that I wouldn't dream of being at home if we had to change our lifestyle substantially. I wish you the best of luck on your job search.
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PS: During your upcoming stolen moments, I will be looking forward to more yummy recipes like this one. :)
hey- in response to your comment on my post: if we ever move to florida (which is indeed a possibility...we LOVE it there...) we should get together! we can make NEW connections! i am sure our kids would get along, too. :) it's a small world, you know!
ReplyDeleteOMG! 3 of my fav things in one recipe!?!?!?! artichoke hearts, brie, spinach!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry about your job. Hope you find something better in the cards.
ReplyDeleteAnd those look yummy. wow.
My mouth is watering...bring me a huge plate! :-) I can't wait to make these!
ReplyDeleteOk, I may just move in with you! Those look divine!!!
ReplyDeleteGood luck on the search!
I can just taste it now. Mmmmmm...I'm hungry.
ReplyDeleteLooks like something I saw on Top Chef the other day. I guess my blog has been causing a little trouble. Hopefully I fixed it.
ReplyDeletemmmmmm... sounds delicious!
ReplyDeleteGood luck job hunting! I am sure you will find something that makes you happy!
I need something for a party tomorrow night...could you send those my way?
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the mexi!! Remember....doors will be opening!
This looks yummy!
ReplyDeleteSorry about the job thing. That's tough. We chose to go to one income when I gave birth to the twins. it's a tough transition, and we're still making lifestyle adjustments. Good luck. I'll be thinking of you.
I missed your post about the job! Sorry! This recipe looks delightful (pun intended).
ReplyDeleteSounds super delish my dear!
ReplyDeleteOMG! Please come visit! Is there an email link on your blog? I can't find it.
ReplyDeleteNevermind that ^^^^. I found it.
ReplyDeleteYummm.... these looks delish and healthy sans too many carbs. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSITS sent me to see you delicious creations! These look amazing!
ReplyDeleteI like these a lot! I hope you find a new job that is JUST PERFECT for you! I don't think I could ever be a just stay at home mom either. I do like being home a lot, but I find it makes me a little LAZY!
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