Amber & Milky Tea

Don't forget to relax today.

I am thankful for creamline milk, Earl Grey tea, and relaxation.

Amber & Cider

Mulling and ready to be toddied.

Aren't we all?

Amber & Good Math

Chopped brussel sprouts...

+ bacon....

= my favorite vegetable.

The photo is blurry because my hand was shaking with excitement.

Amber & Step Three

Bird seasoned, and garlic cloves and onions hidden in cavities.  In pot.

Amber & Stuffing

I forgot to add the cranberries, but it is ready to bake once the
turkey comes out.

Amber & Pumpkin Soup

To add cream and reheat for a starter.

Amber & Holiday Eyes

I am just zooming through these preparations.

Amber & Pie: After

It was a little too juicy over there on the right side and the crust
looks sort of seeped in apple juice. But that left side is lovely.

Amber & Pie: Before

 

Tune back in after 55-65 minutes for the final product.

Amber & Step One

Schlemmertopf.

(Third best thing to come out of Germany after Marlene Dietrich and Fritz Lang, the latter of whom happens to be having an "in Hollywood" series at Film Forum next month.)

Amber & Stuffed Stuffer Mushrooms

And the fat lady ain't sung yet.

Amber & Turkey Meatball Dolma

Amber & Mincing

UR DOIN IT RITE

Amber & she doesn't like fingering the raw meat

Amber & Pain du Chocolate

CRD blogging Amateur Gourmet bread. Easiest recipe of the day.

Amber & I took this one of her with the soup after we watched a Lucy show episode that wasn't so funny

Amber & Entertainment

The Lucy Show. I luff her.

Amber & On Deck

Bacon-wrapped figs.

Amber & Second Course

Wine, in the red style.

Amber & First Plate

Salsa, chips and guacamole while we cook. Plus, festive aprons.