The aftermath of the Christmas gathering has all been cleaned up. Dishes are washed and put away, the Christmas tablecloth removed and washed, living room debris picked up, floors swept and mopped.....the worst part of hosting is the clean up. One thing I have learned, when someone says they are coming early to help, don't count on the help. Two, don't count on people bringing what food they say they will bring. Hence the dip I made at the last minute. I also learned that the day after a gathering is the best morning to have a make-ahead breakfast ready to simply pop in the oven. We did not, and I did regret not having one ready. I will definitely remember next time. Finished! Off the list now. My husband's scarf is done. I mentioned we tried a new dip recipe - Sausage Artichoke Dip (The Southern Lady Cooks, link goes to the recipe online). It is very good, although we think we may use "hot" breakfast sausage (or ...
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