Day 359: Christmas Eve

Ever since we were married, we have spent Christmas Eve with Steve's family.  After his parents passed away and his sister Mary moved back to the area, we have spent Christmas Eve at her house.  She loves to experiment with new dishes, whether it's from their Scottish heritage or an ethnic dish.  Tonight was no exception.  The beef dish was prepared according to a recipe from one of her piano students, Jorge, who is from Puerto Rico.  The second entree was baked salmon and the third was duck breasts, half with a honey sauce and half with a spicy sauce.  For dessert, she made a blackberry tart from an 18th century colonial American recipe.  Delicious!

The entire day was filled with last minute preparations, cookie frosting, great company, easy going conversations and laughter.  A perfect day!