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I just saw these pretty India Rose stockings on One King’s Lane!
I’m not sure if they’re still giving out a $10 referral credit if you use this link, but if they are, these stockings would only be $9 each (and they retail for $47)! Thought I’d spread the word since these are too cute to pass up!
I am in the midst of a busy week preparing for a fun family gathering, so I don’t have much time to blog! In the mean time, here are some other sites for you to enjoy.
Kitchen
-How good does this Peppermint Mocha look??
-These Homemade Marshmallows are on my culinary bucket list
-I want to try making these Homemade Granola Bars
-A great list of Easy Holiday Appetizers
-A helpful guide to Substitutions for Condensed Cooking Soups
–Tad’s mom posted two Christmas recipes recently (she thinks no one reads her blog, so leave a comment for her if you visit!)
Family
-I got lots of good advice from this post about Being Organized While Having Little Ones
-I just found the best Breastfeeding Blog
-A two-part post on a variety of educational philosophies (part 1 and part 2), for those of you interested in homeschooling
-Helpful Tips for Taking Pictures of Your Kids
Grace-filled Living
-How to respond to rude comments and emails
-Guide to Celebrating Christmas with family members with differing beliefs
Christmas
-I love this beautiful Peppermint Garland
-Lovely Ways to Use Pinecones in Your Decor
-My friend Megs reveals her Holiday Decorating Secrets!
-My friend Kate has been posting an Advent Devotional every day (my two current favorites are here and here)
Hope you’re having a great week!
If you’re looking for a quick and easy meal to enjoy during this busy season, here’s one for you! We love making stir-fry, and I finally made my own sauce this time (out of necessity, since I didn’t have a packet on hand).
Beef Stir Fry
beef (or chicken or…?)
assorted veggies (broccoli, cauliflower, onions, garlic, peppers, green beans, mushrooms, carrots, anything really!), fresh or frozen
olive oil
1 1/2 cups warm water
1 tsp. ginger
4 Tbsp. flour OR 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
3-4 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. sugar
a few grinds of pepper
Saute beef in a large wok over medium-high until done. Set aside. Saute veggies in olive oil until tender over medium heat. Return beef to wok. Combine water, ginger, flour, soy sauce, sugar, and pepper and mix well. Pour sauce mixture over beef and veggies in wok. Toss well to coat everything. Heat until sauce has thickened (sauce will continue to thicken once served).
Serve over brown or white rice.
Enjoy!
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Linked to:
Tasty Tuesday
Tempt My Tummy Tuesday
Tuesdays at the Table
Tuesday Night Supper Club
Tasty Tuesdays
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