Most of us are community owners in this group, so I know that turning off work can be difficult. It certainly is for me, but I've been reminded by several others that it is important to remember to turn off work and simply enjoy something else. For me, that usually ends up being cooking up something in the kitchen. This weekend, though, I actually REALLY stepped away for a 24 hour break. My heart is now oh-so-full! Grandbabies will do that🥰 What about you? What did you do this weekend to fill your heart?

My hubby intrigued by the holiday Grinch meal because of the McShaker Fries, so I am determined to create my own pickle seasoning for homemade fries. I'm working on trying to dehydrate the seasoning. Is anyone else tempted?

@Lisa Z shared a great Cilantro Detox Salad recipe that I just made and it is delish. Just what my gut was needing. Thanks, Lisa

Get a small pot. Dice a large onion. 1-2tbsp butter on medium heat. When melted, add onions. cook for 5-10 mins, depending on how much you like your onions cooked/browned. Add 1 TBSP balsamic vinegar 1 Tbsp brown sugar 2 Tbsp water salt and pepper to taste 6 Tbsp Ketchup 1 Tsp Tabasco sauce. Increase heat to med-high and boil 6-8 mins to thicken while stirring, if it starts burning to the bottom, reduce heat. If too watery, cook longer. Spoon onto food while still warm or put into a jar or container and allow to cool to room temperature before refrigerating.

Tell me I am not alone. I throughly enjoyed the time with family and friends but as usual, we overdid it with how much food we cooked. Leftovers are starting to clear out and I'm craving some good fresh detoxing foods and soups. @Lisa Z just shared a cilantro salad recipe that sounds both cleansing and refreshing. I can't wait to try it tomorrow. What about you? Do you have any favorite cleansing foods to counteract the heaviness that Turkey Day indulgence can bring?