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Wordless Wednesday

Coq Au WEEKNIGHT!

Coq au vin (French for chicken cooked in wine) can take two days to prepare if you include marinating the chicken overnight.  I followed a recipe many years ago for a healthier alternative (no bacon and no butter) but I've simplified it for our everyday lives.  I'm sharing our everyday version today.  Get excited because it's super easy and super yummy!

Photo taken before baking

Super easy and super delicious all year long!  Here's the recipe card!

Elf on the Shelf - Almost Time!

Within the last few years, there's been a surge in the popular holiday tradition of the Elf on the Shelf.

You can learn more about the story and the elf's purpose here.

Our elf, Pinky Frost, is a trip.  She's always getting into something and, as part of our tradition, she shows her face every year the day after Thanksgiving.  It's pretty crazy and her mischief gets on my nerves but Munchface loves her and it's a fun advent calendar of activities for the family.  I almost forgot that she would be back to get on my nerves until Munch mentioned it the other day.  If you are considering purchasing one, be warned (... or inspired):  THEY GET INTO TROUBLE!

Don't tell her I said this but, looking back at the pictures, I guess I kind of enjoy when the annoying elf shows her face too.  Stay tuned for Pinky Frost adventures during our Wordless Wednesday posts or follow along on Instagram!