Leftover Take Home Containers for the Holidays

  This year we are once again safely gathering with family and friends for the holidays. Last year was so difficult, but done in small groups this year we can once again enjoy and celebrate with our loved ones.

 When I entertain, it's always my plan to make enough to send leftovers home with my guests for the next day. Head to your local craft store and stock up on kraft paper takeout boxes, write on labels and markers. After dinner, place them near the food and invite everyone to make up a take home container.  Post a small sign reminding your guests to mark their package with their name.

Have a happy & blessed Thanksgiving and special birthday love to our daughter Kaitlyn💖

I count all of you in my blessings.  

 

Leftover Ham and a Slow Cooker? Takes 10 Minutes

Slow cooker ham and wild rice soup

I always estimate my food quantities on the generous side when I am entertaining.  I can always find other ways to make another meal or two from the leftovers.  And I keep a supply of take home containers for family and friends to take food home to enjoy the next day. (shop the sales!)

Here's all you need.  Following ingredients. 10 minutes to prepare. 

Hearty supper 8-9 hours later. "Simply" delicious.

2 cups diced cooked ham, 3/4 cup uncooked wild rice, 1 medium chopped onion, 1 bag Green Giant frozen mixed vegetables, 2 cups chicken broth (I love Progresso), 1 can condensed low sodium cream of celery soup, 3-4 sliced fresh carrots, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 3 cups water, 1/2 cup half and half

**cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup can be substituted

Mix all ingredients except half and half in slow cooker.  Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours.  Stir in half and half the last 15 minutes of cooking and increase setting to high.  Cover and continue to cook until the half and half is hot.

Serve it with a fresh salad and your favorite crusty bread or rolls. 

Enjoy!