“The fondest memories are made gathered around the table.” -Unknown
When you think fall decorations and autumn table settings you think pumpkins, red, orange and yellow leaves, cornucopias… now yes, that is all very fall, but I wanted to do something different and a little more chic for my fall table-scape. This table setting would be perfect for any dinner party you host at your home this season- even Thanksgiving!
This is not a state dinner which means two things: 1) No need to be worried about Michaele and Tareq Salahi crashing your party and 2) It doesn’t have to be formal!
Throw all the rules you learned about setting a proper table out the window. Focus on your table being fun and beautiful vs where you should put the water glasses.
You spend all of this money on adorable summer dresses and then fall hits and you can’t wear any of them until next spring. WRONG! Extend your summer looks by accessorizing them with fur or leather jackets, fun hats or beanies and boots. Pairing your summery dresses with these types of winter accessories will extend their life well into the next season.
Vegetarian? Pass on the meat and add extra veggies or soy chorizo. Watching your girlish figure? Use ground turkey and turkey sausage instead. Want a chunkier hardier chili? Add less tomato juice. Not a big fan of spicy foods? Don’t add the cayenne. It’s really that simple.
Below is a list of ingredients I put in my chili. Like I said before, add what you like, pass on what you don’t, and put in as much or as little of each ingredient.
INGREDIENTS
Ground beef
Hot Italian sausage
Onion
Canned stewed tomatoes Mexican style
Tomato juice
Canned chili beans
Frozen fire roasted corn
Frozen fire roasted bell peppers
Crushed red chili peppers
Chili powder
Cayenne
Turmeric
Salt
Pepper
EVOO
DIRECTIONS
In a pot saute onions in EVOO with salt and pepper.
Add meat and cook completely.
Add canned tomatoes, frozen veggies, beans (with juice) and tomato juice.
Season with spices to your taste.
Let simmer for 20 minutes to let all the flavors combine.
Serve topped with sour cream (or non fat plain Greek yogurt if your watching calories), green onions and shredded cheddar cheese.
Corn bread is also a must!
Kisses and warm wishes,
