Five Things

I decided to continue my Friday Five Things posting and make it a two-week tradition.  I've had a good, but busy week and have spent most evenings playing with Harper and cooking.  John's mom gave me some fleur de sel for Christmas and I have to say, I'm not sure I can go back to regular salt.  It came with the perfect container and tiny spoon.  It's amazing how much easier it is to evenly spread the salt around when you have a tiny utensil to help.  

My immersion blender has gotten tons of use this winter and I won't stop until everyone I know buys one.  It will change your life and your soup consumption.

Recchiuti peppermint thins are the most amazing chocolate peppermint combination imaginable.  A more adult-version of Junior Mints crossed with York Peppermint Patties.  Recchiuti has a store in San Francisco, which is convenient for me, but you can order them here if you are so inclined.

Brussels sprouts are still my favorite vegetable, and this season's crop has been a bit pitiful.  Luckily some good ones are starting to show up in the market again, and I've been able to get my fix.

Puppies have an intoxicating smell that you can't help but be overtaken by.  Harper's puppy scent is fading, and I will be soaking it up as much as possible while it lasts.