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Charcuterie Stuffed Figs🍇
For the Figs: 15 fresh figs 2 cups chopped deli meat (see note) 1 tbsp mustard seeds 2 tbsp dark brown sugar 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp dijon mustard, plus more for garnish 1 tsp honey pickled jalapenos, for garnish For Pickled Jalapenos: ...
Welcome to The World, Baby Gavriel!👶🏼-TBG Update 9/6
I became a grandmother this week to baby Gavriel born in Israel. Within hours of his birth I was on a plane to Israel. My mom is buried in Israel so I always spend my time on the flight to Israel missing my mom and feeling all the feelings. ...
Sneak Peak Tuesday🤫-TBG Update 8/27
This week is the week of multiple offers. We have multiple offers on 5 different properties - 4 for sale and 1 for lease. People often ask me casually in social situations for the best strategy to win a multiple offer situation. On our listin...
Peanut Butter Cookies 🍪
3/4 cup sugar 3/4 cup light brown sugar 6 ounces (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup peanut butter 2 eggs 1 3/4 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chocolate chips Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a m...
Fairytale Murals and Magical Memories✨-TBG Update 8/20
We sold a property this week that was inherited by 5 siblings when their parents passed away. The owners were emotional about the sale and it was hard for them to part with their childhood home from so many years ago. At our office meeting this...
Poultry Marinade 🐔
1 whole chicken cut into 8 or 10 pieces, OR 12 thighs, OR, 1 spatchcocked chicken OR 12 chicken cutlets 1/2 small yellow onion 12 cloves of garlic zest & juice of 1 lemon 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 jalapeño ...
Please Stop By and Say Hello👋 – TBG Update 8/13
I’m excited for our new listing getting staged today and coming to market at the beginning of next week. It’s a character Spanish casita with 3 beds, 2 baths, a pool and backhouse in the back, and charming curb appeal with a front porch per...Sweet and Sour Chicken 🍗
Coating: 1 c flour 1/2 tsp salt garlic paprika 1/2 c water 3 t oil 2 eggs Sauce: 1 tbsp lemon juice 1/4 c ketchup 1/4 c vinegar 1/3 c water 2/3 c sugar 1/4 c brown sugar 1 1/2 tbsp cornstarch 2 tbsp water Combine ingredients for batter. Coat ...
An Extra Special House 🏠 This Weekend- TBG Update 8/6
I’m so excited for our open house at 635 N McCadden on Sunday from 2-5!!!! Like all my favorite houses, this house has large paned windows that flood every room with sunshine. All the rooms are large and the flow is just right. The hous...
Potato Leak Soup🍲
2 tablespoons margarine 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 large leeks (white and pale green parts only), thinly sliced (about 2 cups) 1 large onion, chopped 2 medium-size Yukon Gold potatoes (about 12 ounces), peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 medium cele...
