Mini-vacation is officially o.v.e.r. JH’s mom and I drove home together today. We had a lot of fun, to say the least! I just love her. We stopped to have lunch with her mom, JH’s Nana, about two hours or so into our trip. We went up to this cute Italian place, I had a very tasty dish of manicotti with a side salad. A little off subject but equally as important…. We stopped on Friday to have lunch with Nana too & while we were there she gave me the most gorgeous bright blue scarf. With initiation by Kiks, everyone decided that the new scarf looked MUCH better than the brown one I had been wearing up until that point. Thank goodness for Nana’s great taste or I would have looked like a mess the rest of the day, unbeknownst to me!
So back on task, we arrived in Nana’s town about an hour early today. She was still in Mass, therefore a TJ Maxx stop was in order for us.
JH & I want to learn how to make homemade (not to be mistaken with “wholemade” 
) French Onion soup so when I saw these little crocks, I immediately added them to my cart. Do you make French Onion soup? Do you have any tricks for us!?
Bash n’ Chop is an incredible kitchen tool. I own one already. I think my parents own at least 2, if not 3. This one was marked $3.99 so you guessed it… added to cart.
I bought this very popular cookbook “simple secrets to get your kids eating good food” for a gift, but after looking at the recipes I think I may just keep it for myself. I think JH will be a HUGE fan!!
Last but not least, I have wanted one of these mixing bowls since last year. I’m sure the lady in the aisle thought I was a bit crazy when I let out a quiet squeal when my eyes spotted the BIG bowl above! The bowls are by Zak! home and are made with all recycled materials. I like my mixing bowls just like I like my latte mugs…. XXL!! Happy Sunday to all and to all a great week ahead.
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I’ve been wanting to make homemade french onion soup too, and have been wanting those bowls and that kitchen tool! Can’t wait to hear any tips you get. Sounded like a great weekend!
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I have attempted FOS many times and my favorite recipe, by far, is PW’s recipe found here: http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2009/02/french-onion-soup/
My best tip would be to watch the onions carefully so they do not get crispy! I am too impatient and turn the heat up to much causing the onions to *ahem* get a little on the crispy side! The point is to soften them and let them carmelize! Yum!!!
Additionally, use wine that you would enjoy a glass of… Certainly not cooking wine. And, splurge for the gruyere cheese! YUM!!!!!!!!!
Good luck!
What great finds – love TJ Maxx! I spotted that cookbook there a few weeks back and hummed and hawed over it, but didn’t end up getting it. But it would have been a great idea to pick it up for a gift! Oh well, its probably gone now. Enjoy making french onion soup!
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Now I need to run over for a TJ Maxx & Ross fix! I found that cookbook too & gave it to my sister for her finnicky little eater:)
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I need to hit up TJ and Homegoods for some serious Christmas shopping. Dave and I aren’t doing any big exchanges this year (because of Costa Rica) but I still have tons of family to shop for. It’s going to be a recessionista Christmas for this lady! Love your purchases.
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