Jaren was really looking forward to a white Christmas after 2 very hot ones. We did not disappoint! With lots of snow outside, we had a Chilean Christmas Eve party and Chilean food of his choosing: Choriana, Empanadas, Tomato-Onion Salad, Lettuce salad with lemon juice, olive oil & salt, Orange crush and Coke. I actually let Jeff deep fat fry something...outside (the empanadas). Yes, deep fat frying has been off limits in our house because of the thought of clogged arteries as we're getting older and the horrible after smell!
For decorations Jeni & I put together a cheesy fake 10 ft. palm tree inspired by a photo of Jaren and his first Christmas in Chile standing in a town square by a palm tree decorated with Christmas lights. We had such a fun time cooking together and celebrating Christmas.
