Barn Sale 2012

We couldn't have asked for better 

weather for the barn sale yesterday.

Here are some photos...

The entrance.

Mrs. brown and her homemade goodies.

Luisa Morgan and her creative journals.

She took old books and rebound them with journal pages.

 Not sure who these people are... thanks dear sister

for all of your help. Your awesome.

 Heidi's lovely pillows.

 Ruby and her creative handwriting.

Burlap handiwork by Chirsty.

Tender fashions and her hand sewn items.

The lace headband was created by Amy.

Amy and her many creations.

 Melody's colorful corner.

I'm sad I missed photographing Alla Mitityuk and her knitting items,

the wonderful doughnuts and apple fritters by Shelia and Karana

and the savory meats by Derek and Daren.

 A big thanks to these ladies for coordinating the event.

Can't wait for next year!

Blessings,

Hope

Barn Sale Preview

I have been scurrying around getting

things ready for the barn sale this Saturday. 

I'm super excited to say the least.

Please come everyone!

I would love to see you there.

Caramel apples are ready. The apples are local.

For recipe go here.

 Fall arrangements are done and...

 ...Christmas is just three months away!

Hope to see all of you there.

Go here for details.

Blessings,

Hope

The Groff Children

This week I had a fun photo session with my 

little cousins Meredith, Evan and Riley.

I'm not sure if you remember Riley,

but he makes taking photos fun.

Here are some photos...

Sweet siblings.

Darling Riley.

It was automatic take off with the hat.

The little man and lady.

Blessings,

Hope

Fish and Chips

I have been wanting to make

fish and chips for a long time.

I have decided that I like batter

dipped fish better than breaded fish.

It's a lot easier to fry.

Cut fish into pieces.

Dip in batter and fry for 4-6 minutes.

Crispy fish with a savory tarter sauce.
Josh says, "This looks like Long John Silvers."
He's thinking it's a compliment, I'm thinking this looks like fast food.
Man vs. women thoughts.

Corn tater sauce with a touch of heat.


Fish and Chips

Fish
1 lb. of fish, cut in pieces
1 cup flour
1 cup beer
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper

Corn Tarter Sauce
15.25 oz. can of whole kernel corn
1/2 cup mayo
1/2 jalapeno pepper, chopped
1/4 cup relish
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper

For Chips recipe go here.
Just cut in 1/4 in. circles instead of wedges.
Bake until crispy- like a thick chip.
You can sprinkle with cajun seasoning
instead of seasoned salt.

Mix together batter ingredients.
Heat oil to 375, dip fish in batter and fry
for 4-6 minutes until golden brown. 
Break one piece open to make sure all
the batter is crisp and the fish is flaky.
If the outside is brown and the inside 
is gummy- your grease is too hot.
Sprinkle lightly with salt if needed.

Mix together tarter sauce and 
refrigerate so the flavors can set.
Top fish with tater sauce and dig in.

I hope to preview some of my
barn sale products soon!

Blessings,
Hope

Maple BBQ Chicken

I was standing in my kitchen

trying to decide what do with

the chicken thawing in my sink.

Maple syrup came to mind so

here is Maple BBQ chicken.

Juicy ol' BBQ chicken. Can't be beat.

Maple BBQ chicken

10 chicken thighs

1/3 cup maple syrup

1/3 Sweet Baby Rays Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce

2 Tbsp. vinegar

2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

1/2 tsp. dry mustard

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

Mix together sauce ingredients. Reserve a 

small amount for drizzling over the chicken

after its done. Add chicken to sauce and stab with a 

knife so the sauce will marinate through quickly.

Let set 30 minutes or longer. Grill and baste with

sauce that chicken was in until it's close

to done. Make sure both sides are heated

well so the raw juice in the sauce will

not contaminate you. Place on serving

plate and drizzle with remaining sauce.

 Beautiful sights from Skyland Drive.

This cute, little spike was curious.

Enjoy,

Hope