Visit to Dorothy Ann, and cooking ventures

Yesterday we drove out to Silt, Colorado to visit a wonderful new friend from my lady's Bible Study group, Dorothy Ann.

It was a very bright sort of day! Dorothy had invited us to come see all their new baby calves on their ranch.

We also passed a sheep farm.

We had a fun visit with Dorothy Ann and her husband.

In other news.....made one of my favorite desserts Saturday from Taste of Home. The rough idea is layers:
Angel Food Cake pieces
Vanilla pudding
Banana slices in lemon juice
Jello with cut up fresh strawberries
Whipped cream

I also finally made a pot of chicken and dumplings. I studied online and learned how to cut and prepare half moon leeks. Fun addition to the soup, although in my pregnant state, made the house smell too much like onions.

I use standard recipes--but like adding cornmeal to the dumplings. I use cornstarch broth base o thicken and fry veggies ahead of time (carrots, celery, leeks). It is a great winter comfort food.

That's it for now  Hope everyone has a good start to the week. :)