The aroma of eternity...

One of the things I love about fall is the delicious aromas, especially the ones having to do with apples, cinnamon and pumpkin. I pull out my fall scented candles and room sprays and relish the sensory pleasure for my nose and the images they pull up from my memory - cuddling under blankets on the couch, crunching fallen leaves, a fire in the chiminea on the patio, enjoying a cozy meal with friends and family.
As women we can determine the emotional "aroma" of our home.  Our attitude can make our home a welcome refuge or a place where others, including family, aren't sure they are loved - a sweet aroma or a selfish odor.
I like this quote from Dr. David Jeremiah and use it as a check for my daily attitudes.  "Would you rather have a life everyday with the smell of death all over it, or a life every day with the aroma of eternity poured all over it?"

Today's Recipe - Fragrant Fall Cabbage
From the Globe News

4 slices uncured bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large head red cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
1 large red onion, halved and thinly sliced (I like to use a sweet yellow onion)
2 apples, halved, cored and sliced
3/4 cup red wine vinegar or cider vinegar
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/8 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp nutmeg
1/8 tsp allspice
Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the bacon until lightly browned, but not crispy, about 4 minutes.  Add the cabbage, onion and apples.  Stir well to coat with bacon drippings.  Cover and cook until the vegetables and apples are limp, about 15 minutes.  Add the vinegar, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice.  Stir well, then season with salt and pepper.
Cover, reduce heat to low and cook for another 20 minutes.  The dish now can be served or held at this stage for an hour or more.  If holding, add several additional tablespoons of vinegar or water to keep it moist.

Be a sweet aroma this weekend!