Adventures in Snow Removal...and Recipes to Keep You Cozy.

Front yard...winter is definitely here!!! 

A winter wonderland. 

A beautiful frozen morning after the storm.

We awoke this morning to far more snow than was predicted last night before bed. This is the first season for my hubby's landscaping business, Guite Property Services, and our first year doing snow removal, so every trip out is an adventure!! Today was our first morning doing snow removal before my hubby had to go to his day job, and instead of the predicted 4"-8", we awoke to over a foot of white powder covering our yard. You know you got a good storm when you open your front door and the snow is halfway up the glass!!

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I think we got a little snow...

We suited up in our snow gear (aka as many layers as we could comfortably cram under our winter jacket and snow pants) and headed out to tackle the driveway and find our cars. 

Whoooaaa...huge snow bank...

...Oh wait...that's my car! LOL!

We made it out of the driveway in record time and quickly got into a routine: he using the snow blower, me helping him load and unload and using the shovel to trim down the snowbanks as he started, since they were taller than the snow blower! If there's one thing I can say, we are one helluva team!! 

We got all our clients done by 8am and zipped home so hubby could shower, gussy himself up and head to work for the day, while I made him some homemade breakfast goodness. For a huge storm, with far more snow than we were planning on, and a handful of additional new clients as of last night, today went so smoothly!! It was a lot of work, but well worth it, and we accomplished it together! 

Live in a crazy snowy area too? Share your pics or stories about digging out after the storm!

Easy & Delicious Recipes to Keep you Cozy

My fave 3 keep-you-cozy recipes, perfect for a chilly, Winter day. Easy, quick and deeeelicious!

Homemade Fried Dough

So simple and easy, you'll never need to hit up the fair for fried dough again!

You'll need:

1 bag of white pizza dough (Portland Pie Company dough is amazingly good for this! Check your local Hannaford within Maine)

1/2 cup - 1 cup of vegetable or canola oil

Large wok or deep pan

1 Stick of butter

Powdered Sugar

Cinnamon

Heat oil in pan or wok on stovetop on med-high heat. Divide your dough into 4-6 sections and form into a small pizza shapes. Add one piece of dough at a time and deep fry for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown, flipping carefully with tongs halfway through. 

Drain on paper towels and rub with stick of butter, then add powdered sugar and cinnamon to taste. Yummm!!!

Dark Chocolate Mocha Bliss

Satisfy your chocolate craving and your need for caffeine with this indulgent drink.

You'll need:

1 packet of dark chocolate hot cocoa mix

1 k-cup (your fave flavor!)

Splash of milk

Bailey's Irish Cream or Vanilla Vodka

Empty packet of cocoa mix into good size mug. Brew your choice of K-Cup over the mix and stir well. Add a splash of milk and, if you're feeling feisty, a little splash of Bailey's Irish Cream or Vanilla Vodka for a kick. 

Mini Shrimp Tostadas with Wholly Guacamole by Gorton's Seafood

Delicious, easy and perfect for a night in, or as an appetizer for your upcoming holiday party!

You'll need:

1 packet of Wholly' Guacamole

1 bag of tortilla scoops or bite-size rounds

1 bag Gorton's Classic Grilled Shrimp (usually found at Shaw's)

Prepare the shrimp according to the packet directions.

Assemble tostadas by placing the mini tortillas on a serving platter in a single layer and dividing the guacamole among them. 

Top each mini tortilla with one prepared shrimp (remove the tails before placing on each chip to make ti easier and less messy to eat!)

Try some variations of this recipe by using Wholly Guacamole's spicy Guac, or even add a sprinkle of shredded cheddar before topping each tortilla with a shrimp.  

Peace & Love