Nov 23, 2017

Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving!  I hope all of my readers are able to spend time with those they love the most and enjoy the spirit of the season. 




We had our Thanksgiving meal, yesterday to accommodate everyone's schedules.  I had the honor of hosting our celebration this year and while our group was small, they are definitely our most important people.  Our menu was as typical as they come:

Turkey
Dressing (not stuffing)
Loaded mashed potatoes
Green Bean Casserole
Bourbon Turkey Gravy (from Oakley's Bistro)
Cranberry Chutney (from Oakley's Bistro)
Seven Layer Salad
Deviled Eggs
Pumpkin Pie
Apple Pie

Seven Layer Salad is always a requested side.  Here is my mom's Seven Layer Salad recipe:

Susan's Seven Layer Salad
Layer 1 (bottom layer) - lettuce (any kind, but my mom uses iceburg)
Then layer the following:
Layer 2 - Chopped fine green onions
Layer 3 - Chopped fine/diced celery
Layer 4 - 1 bag of frozen petite peas
Layer 5 - 8 oz bag of fine shredded sharp cheddar
Layer 6 - 1/2 pound diced crispy bacon
Layer 7 - Dressing:
Hellman's Mayo - 2 cups
3 TBSP of sugar
Little salt and pepper
1/4 cup or less of heavy cream

Then on top, just to add a little extra sprinkle a thin layer of cheese and crispy bacon on top. 
Chill and enjoy!


I also wanted to share with you some Black Friday Deals:
Neiman Marcus — Early Access take $50 off $200 with code THANKFUL, through 11/22 at 10pm CT.
Nike — Take an extra 25% off sale styles with code EPIC25. Valid through 11/28.
Saks: Get up to 60% off at the Thanksgiving Sale. Valid 11/22-11/24. 
Macy’s — Take 20% off Black Friday with code HURRY. Valid 11/22-11/25.
Nordstrom — Take an extra 20% off select sale items. Valid 11/24-11/27.
J.Crew — Take 40% off everything. Valid through 11/26.
TopShop — Get up to 50% off and free shipping. Valid 11/22-11/27.
Madewell — Take 25% off everything with code DONTSTRESS. Valid through 11/26.
Urban Outfitters — Buy one, get one 50% off, valid 11/22-11/24.

Beautycounter is going to have some amazing deals as well! DON'T MISS OUT! Word on the street is that things sell out very quickly. If you haven't tried Beautycounter, yet, this might just be the time! 

My Beautycounter favorites:
-Countermatch Collection - The serum and eye cream are my favorites, but I use them all.
-Rejuvenating Face Wash  - My morning face wash
-Cleansing Balm - My nighttime face wash and dry skin savior
-Shampoo and Conditioner 
-Tint Skin Foundation - I use linen.  It is great coverage without being cakey or weird
-All the lip sheers - I love Twig, Currant, and Plum
-The kid (Jack) uses the Kid Shampoo
-Justin uses the new Counterman Collection!  We just received the set and he loves it!

Shop Here: Beautycounter

Happy Thanksgiving!
Erin

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