Alicia’s Favorite Present

Dan has just been chuckling over my favorite Christmas present (other than the camera….which I LOVE), just because it was a little unexpected.  He went against the “rules” and bought me a crock pot.  Yep, another one.  I now have 3.  Just about enough.  He got me a 3 quart which fits my family MUCH better.  I have been working with a 6 quart for most of my marriage, and it was way to big. 

Don’t I look lovely??  One of the few pictures of me from Christmas, since I hate my picture taken that early in the morning.

Anyway, sorry about how I ramble on, I have been in crock pot heaven. My mom, coincidentally, gave me the “Fix It and Forget It Cookbook” for Christmas.  I have already tried out about 5 recipes, and have about 6 more planned.  Every one I have tried has been a winner.

Dan was asking whether it was a New Year’s resolution to embrace the whole crock pot thing.  Nope, just a chance to increase my repertoire.  It is going to be great when I start up teaching next week.  So don’t be surprised if I share some good recipes I find. 

BTW – Let me know if you have any good recipes.  I’m game to try almost anything right now.