Cranberry pork tenderloin

I figured today was a good day to make something new.

I had a small pork tenderloin, fresh and jelled cranberries so today it’ll be Cranberry garnished Pork tenderloin.

TOPPING;

1/2 cup fresh cranberries washed 

1/2 cup jellied cranberry sauce 

3 tsp. Brown sugar 

Place above in microwave bowl.  Covered slightly.  I use my microwave cover for my bowl.  It has vents.  Microwave for 30 seconds two times. Remove and stir well

And set aside.

I small Pork tenderloin ( there are only two of us and I didn’t want leftovers).

Preheat oven to 400°.  Season pork with generous amount of salt, pepper and olive oil. *Bake uncovered.

Place in baking dish and bake*(uncovered) approximately 40 to 45 (depending on size)minutes.  Could be less. Don't over bake.  Remove from oven.  Cover tenderloin with above mixture. Bake an additional 10 minutes.

Side dishes to be determined!

 

Giving thanks! 2025

Today we had an untraditional day after Thanksgiving lunch with our son and his family.  

To say I was thrilled would not be exaggerating.  We talked, ate noshies and subs and the conversation couldn't have been any better.  I love getting to know my granddaughters  better and better every year.  Their jobs. Their opinions .  Their adult lives.  So interesting!

Here’s a small example of the afternoon.

From my family to yours

Love,

2025 Thanksgiving for 2

Store bought cherry pie and ice cream.

I’ve been under the weather for 3 weeks.  Can’t shake it so this year I ordered 2 individual Turkey pot pies from a local former chef.  She saved the day because I love Turkey at Thanksgiving.

I made homemade mashed potatoes, cranberries and corn.  Also quick buttered baked rolls.

This was a great meal and I may make it myself next time I’m craving g turkey or chicken pot pie. ***I’ll use my pot pie gravy the same as I usually do with fresh veggies cooked ahead of time.  The gravy was perfect and very similar to my gravy recipe.

***Make note the stuffing was made with a waffle iron

And placed on top of turkey ,veggie and gravy. Neat idea!!!

I baked 350° until it was bubbly about 45 minutes . So easy.

No problem using chicken if you don’t like turkey.

Fall memories of roasted or baked chestnuts

I have early memories of chestnuts as I grew up. It was a tradition at Thanksgiving especially.  My mom would sometimes boil them, but other times she would make X slit in the middle of the chestnut and bake them.

Depending on amount I bake 425° for 13 minutes.  Adjust baking time to amount of chestnuts.  I was cautious because at $10.99 a lb. I didn’t want was to waste a bite…

                           We visited a  farmers market while in Italy.  This is a small example of how they are sold.  Baskets and baskets of them.  Unfortunately since we were traveling I couldn’t purchase any at this time.

• Thanks for visiting.

Malta

We had a great guide in Malta but unfortunately my memory couldn’t catch it all so I relied on Google to help me out.
I did not know Malta is a country.  Did you?
Malta is known for its ancient history, featuring prehistoric temples, and for its small size, being the smallest country in the EU. It's an archipelago with two official languages, Maltese and English, and is often used as a filming location. The country has a unique religious heritage, with 365 churches, and its people were awarded the George Cross for bravery during WWII. 

The water was most beautiful sparkling blue that was so relaxing.
  

Valetta’s Harbors

This was the best way to view the three areas of Malta a boat ride.  The tour was called Three Cities and a Boat ride.  Come enjoy with me on this gorgeous day in Malta.

 

 

Malta was our  most favorite place to visit on the cruise.

 

Grateful and Blessed to spend a day in Malta.