Halloween Party

Aunt Jessica threw a great Halloween Party this year. We had a great time! This year for Halloween Alan and I were again, hippies. Abigale was a Fairy Queen, Preslie was a "Spooky" Witch, and Adalynn was a pumpkin.

The kids had a great time with the pinata. All I can say is Watch out when Preslie is up. She packs a punch that took everyone by surprise. And as you can tell by her face she was "All Business!"

Each family wrapped up their mummy's like mummy's. It was funny and pretty darn hot inside all that TP.Here's all the grandkids teasing grandpa with all that toilet paper, again and again and again. What a great sport grandpa was!Abigale won 2nd Place for best costume for the night and she was thrilled. Her costume lights up and really was pretty cool! Way to go babes!If you can believe it, these are cupcakes that my mother-in-law made. Aren't they amazing? Even more amazing in person. Almost too cool to eat...almost. You have to try this super yummy soup my sister in law brought to the party. It's a new family favorite-give it a try!

Creamy White Chili
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*Serves 6
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder or 2 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
1 tablespoon oil
2 cans (15 1/2 ounces each) Great Northern Beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies (if you like less kick, add just one can)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup whipping cream
Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
DIRECTIONS:
In a large saucepan, saute chicken, onion and garlic powder (or fresh garlic, if using) in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Add beans, broth, chilies and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in sour cream and cream. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve immediately. This is especially good served with tortilla chips.