Belated Merry Christmas

Christmas yesterday was great, and I received many wonderful gifts. I think about 90% of them are going in my kitchen. I am so excited about it that I feel I have to list some of them:

- Cuisinart 11 Cup Food Processor (Finally!)
- Cuisipro Stainless Steel Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless Steel Pans
- Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless Steel 3 1/2 quart Saute Pan
- OXO Potato Ricer
- Microplane Zester
- Barefoot Contessa at Home Cookbook
- Barefoot in Paris Cookbook

Okay, I'm exhausted from copying and pasting links. I am so excited about all of these things. =). Cooking will be so much fun as I play with my new toys. I will also say that the Barefoot Contessa at Home cookbook came from Geoff's mom, and that she ordered it from the Barefoot Contessa website, and it is signed and inscribed to ME! I was so excited! I already used the measuring cups yesterday morning to make Apple Cake Tatin to take to my parents house. By the way, that cake is absolutely delish. The measuring cups are fantastic. I love the oval shape.

I am going to the Food Bloggers Potluck this weekend, and have decided to make Chicken Chili. It is one of my favorite recipes that I make all the time. And, it's healthy! Well, until you add shredded cheese and sour cream to the top. Mmm. I'm getting hungry just thinking about it. I might also make a dessert. Or an appetizer. I did make a delish caramelized onion dip on Christmas eve that we devoured. I am sure no one will mind if I bring extra food. =)