Confessions from the Rubber Room...

• Jan. 20, 2008 - Comfort Food at Its Finest

I'm sure everyone that is reading this has had one of those  years weeks that you just needed a little TLC.  Well, today was one of those days that comfort food was desperately needed. Don't misunderstand, today wasn't any worse or better than any other day, but I have been feeling kinda yucky lately after a nasty  cold, a case of gastritis and a tooth that needed to be pulled... yesterday. So I decided to make comfort food.  Now I'm not talking about your typical baked mac and cheese, french fry comfort food, I'm talking the heaven of all comfort foods...Coq Au Vin. Yes, this is the dish that makes life worth living and angel sing, just in case you have any doubt before trying it.  I'm convinced it could stop a  suicidal man in mid jump; mend broken homes and is most certainly France's only contribution to world peace.  OK, never mind, I can't give France that much credit, but it is my favorite food.  Can you tell I love Coq Au Vin? And do you know what makes me love it even more?  When I don't have to cook it myself.  Yep, I skipped right out of the house and went to the gym while my capable, talented, future chef daughter made this little bit o' heaven for us today.  Thank you Kylie! So, if this post is making you salivate and you feel your internal Rachael Ray itching to get out, you can find the recipe here that I use, (which is actually by Emeril - but the thought of having an internal Emeril is a bit frightening.)  And don't forget a big slice of crusty bread & butter for dipping.   Bon appetite! The Monday Markdown this week is....Magnetic Pattern Blocks Set by Melissa & Doug, which is 30% off until tomorrow at midnight! Magnetic Pattern Blocks Set Sturdy, hand-painted magnetic board with over 140 magnetic wooden shapes and 6 durable, double-sided pattern cards. It comes in a sturdy carrying case with easy zip back pocket. Provides three levels of play. Slide a pattern card into the wooden frame and match the magnetic pieces to the shapes in the picture.  Place a picture sheet next to the magnetic board and use it as a guide to duplicate the image.  Use the pieces to create your own unique picture, pattern or design. Great travel toy. Ages 3+.  List price $19.99 · Sale price $13.99

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