We had a farewell today for one of my staff. I am still in denial that tomorrow is her last day because she will be hard to replace. Jeff helped me make Maple-Date Bars and Fresh Fruit Salad with Honey Ginger Lime Dressing for our breakfast get together to wish her good luck. I had all of the stuff for the date bars in the house because Keegan talked me into buying a bag of dates and then decided he didn't like them. They don't even taste like dates in the recipe more like pecan pie filling. I had a conference call and by the time I got back there was nothing left but bagels.

Alisa. 37. New Hampshire. Married for two years to this wonderful, funny, smart guy. Previously married. Went through in-vitro fertilization to have my four and a half year old magical son Keegan. Stepmother to the charming Isabelle (5). Gushingly in love with our baby boy Harper(born June 10). Policy Wonk and dreaded bureaucrat. Lover of fine cuisine, honeybees, truly romantic moments and the underdog.

Smoke's Chili
Yield 12 servings (serving size: 1 cup chili, 1 tablespoon sour cream, and 1 tablespoon cheese)
Ingredients
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
3 1/2 pounds lean, boned chuck roast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 cups chopped green bell pepper
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That sounds delicious...sorry you missed them, but you can make more, right? LOL