McBish Delish

This year I wanted to try a little homemade gift...hopefully next year there will be more. I make little plates for my team with their monograms. I thought they turned out adorable and I will definitely make them again, even if it's just for me! - Court 6" Appetizer plates $1.95 @ Crate & Barrel -  12 x 12 inch - 30 Sheets of Assorted Glossy Colors of Permanent ... Sold by: Amazon.com LLC

This year the Bishman family came to visit us in San Jose (Rachel, Mike, Nate, Renee, Josh, &Sydney). I did a lot of cooking, but it was really fun 'cause I always wish I could host for the holidays and this year my wish came true. 

ingredients 2 pounds bulk Italian sausage or ground beef  3 medium onions, chopped (2 1/4 cups)  2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (6 ounces)  6 garlic cloves, finely chopped  1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained  1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce  1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste  2 tablespoons dried basil leaves  1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves  1 tablespoon sugar  1 teaspoon salt  1/2 teaspoon pepper  1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper preparation 1. Cook sausage, onions, mushrooms and garlic in 12-inch skillet over medium heat about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.  2. Spoon sausage mixture into 5-quart slow cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients.  3. Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 9 hours or until vegetables are tender.