Harper's Ferry

If you have never been to Harper's Ferry you definitely need to add this to your to-do list.  Sean went this past fall when we had a friend in town visiting (of course I had to study and couldn't go). However, since January and February were so mild this year, we were able to go twice this winter. The first time we went on a Saturday, just the two of us, walking around/ exploring/ enjoying a nice lunch. The second time we went we were able to share this picturesque town with Sean's parents. If it is this beautiful in the winter, I can only imagine what it will be like in the spring/fall. Of course Sean loved all the history behind Harper's Ferry, while I loved seeing where the Shenandoah River flows into the Potomac. The Appalachian Trail runs right through Harper's Ferry and there a ton of hikes that Sean and I are hoping to do once it gets a little warmer. 

The view from Jeffereson's Rock

View of Harper's Ferry from Maryland

GO Pats!

Unfortunately the BEST team didn't win the super bowl this year. I am sure that many of you can guess... Sean and I were cheering for the New England Patriots! However, despite the fact that our team didn't win last night, we still had a blast eating way too much food and watching football with friends. 

Lately I have been trying tons of new recipes, thanks to pinterest. These are two that I couldn't wait to make for the superbowl. The first recipe is for the most amazing chocolate chip cookie dough truffles. They were a little more labor intensive than I expected (I had to roll out about 80 balls) but well worth it.

This recipe is actually my mom's and is an amazing hot spinach and artichoke dip. This is a Page Family party must have. It is really easy to make and is absolutely delicious. I serve this with wheat thins but I am sure any kind of cracker or pita chip would be great as well. 

Spinach & Artichoke Dip

1 stick of butter

1 cup chopped onion

2 10 oz. packages frozen chopped spinach

1 14 oz. can artichoke heats

1 Package cream cheese- at room temperature so it is easier to mix in

1 8 oz. sour cream

1 cup Monteray Jack cheese 

1 cup grated parmesan cheese

2 tbls Tabassco pepper sauce – green

Salt to taste- I just used salted butter 

Melt butter & onions. Add cooked & drained spinach and artichoke hearts drained (I cut up the artichoke hearts). Add cream cheese, sour cream, ¾ monteray & Parmesan Cheese, and tabascco sauce. Pour into casserole and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake at 350 for 10-15 minutes.