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Macaroni and Cheese with Ham and Broccoli

February 3, 2017 by Laura Kubicki

Laura’s Choice Macaroni and Cheese with Ham and Broccoli

Hi Guys!

Holy cow – it’s FEBRUARY!!   How in the world did that happen!

My dear readers and friends…I must confess.  The truth is this hot, creamy, cheesy concoction was supposed to be posted in January for you, but low and behold – life happened.  And so here we are the first of Feb and I’m finally getting this out…luckily it’s still cold outside and this meal is still drooling-ly delicious!  Please forgive :o)!

So…let me ask.  Is there anyone who doesn’t just love macaroni and cheese?  My kids practically dive in and so, ahem…does Jason!  However, being a stickler for veggies and lots of protein, I just feel a bit chintzy serving it plain as a main dish dinner – so I always use whole wheat pasta and add in ham, broc, and cheesy tomatoes…and just YUM! Plus you know with all those complex nutrients, dinner will last in their little tummies longer…hence no bedtime snack requests on this night!

Cream cheese creams this up beautifully and the parm adds a bit of a bite that just intensifies the flavor.  This three cheese blend is warm, creamy, cheesy, and not too tangy for my kiddos tastebuds – but bursting with layers of flavor – and we all just gobble it up.

It’s a frequent meal in our home during the winter months and I always love getting the “YEA!!!” when I answer the “what’s for dinner” question!

Hope y’all enjoy it as much as we do!  Thanks for visiting and please – if you like, SHARE!

XOXO

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Winter Real Estate Tips for Selling Your Home – by Laura

January 31, 2017 by Laura Kubicki Leave a Comment

Baby It’s Cold Outside!

Hi Friends!

You may think that wintertime isn’t the best time to show your home, but you’d be surprised. Yes, winter days offer fewer hours of daylight for buyers to see your home. Sleet and snow make it harder for buyers to house-hunt. Even warm regions have challenges – the weather is often gray or rainy.  But with historical low inventory levels – don’t let that slow you down!  Folks are house hunting and it’s a buyers market friends, so here are a couple tips to get you on your way while the season of snow is still upon us…

Winter can have a unique, cozy, appeal – think gathering with friends and loved ones by a crackling fire, winter sports played in the backyard, walks on the beach without all the summertime tourists. So play up what’s great about your home.

Make sure the drive-up appeal is strong. Keep driveways and walkways clear of snow and slush. Put a nice, new welcome mat out for buyers and their agents to wipe their feet.  In the Triad, our temps are fairly moderate so try keeping some fresh brightly colored pansies planted on your porch, deck, or in your landscaping to add a ray of sunshine!  And a tasteful winter themed colorful flag is a friendly way to welcome buyers to your home!

Be sure to leave all the lights on for showings – and open the drapes to let in more light. Closed homes tend to hold odors, so open the windows for an occasional airing, and run the fans after cooking meals. Bake some cookies or bread. Boil some cinnamon and spices for a natural, wintry fragrance.  Or a fresh pot of coffee for chilly buyers does wonders! And a little quiet background music can ensure folks feel comfortably welcomed…

Cozy up your home for winter selling success!

If you have a fireplace, turn it on low so your home doesn’t get too hot.  Soften staging with a comfy, soft, throw blankets. Put some big fluffy, colorful pillows on the floor. And have a couple pictures of your home (sans family members please!) both indoors and out in Spring/Summer for buyers to see.  All great suggestive selling that will go a long way to attracting buyers to the comforts your property can offer them!

Good luck selling my friends!  And as always, call/text/email/comment if I can help you further!

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Wishing You The Happiest Of Holidays!

December 23, 2016 by Laura Kubicki Leave a Comment

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! 

Time to celebrate joyous holiday traditions both near and far, ponder the wonder and majesty of the season and look forward with excitement and anticipation to what 2017 promises to bring for us all.

Whatever your holiday traditions may be, my family and I wish you and yours the very happiest of holidays.  May you all enjoy the magic of the season and a blessed and prosperous new year!

And thank you…sincerely…for being a part of Laura’s Choice.  Live happy my friends!

Fondly, Laura

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