Happy Valentines day! After our big storm, we are melting down.  Mother nature dropped a little over 2 feet on us.  On the south shore in Boston, some people are just getting power back!  We were lucky to not have lost power at all. Thats one of the scariest things.  A few years ago, we had a massive storm in October that dropped very heavy snow and ice and many people, including my family, lost power for about 8 days. Thankfully, that did not happen again.  We do have more snow headed our way, but its not as much as last weekend.  Even though we had all that snow a week ago, it has been very mild - spring like conditions. I can't wait for spring! One thing I am looking forward to this spring/summer, is planting my garden this year.  Last year, it was our first garden!  It didn't do to well, but I think it was because we have lots of tress round so the sun wasn't beating on it.  I have a new idea for a location, so I am hoping for better luck!  
So on to the recipe!  This is a great dish to make for your special someone, or treat your self to a special meal.  It's pretty fancy looking, but is surprisingly easy to make. Depending on time, you could leave off the almonds - but I think it gives it a great flavor boost!

• 4 tablespoons olive oil
  
• 2 cups whole almonds
  

Herb seasoning:

• 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
  
• 1 teaspoon lemon pepper
  
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  
• 1/2 teastpoon pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 325
   
2. Spread the oil on a jelly roll pan or flat baking sheet
   
3. Stir the nuts and seasonings together and place on the baking sheet
   
4. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally
   
5. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain ona paper towel

Here in New England we are hunkered down and getting a ton of snow.  Upwards of about 30" in some areas!!  Im not sure what the most snow fall at once has been in my lifetime, but I will say, this is the most I remember!  We have our tape measure ready to go, so we will certainly be measuring!  There wasn't anything left on the ground, so it will be easy to figure out :)  A lot of folks were told to stay home from work (although it was odd, being called out at 7am when I look out the window and saw no snow...but I'm not arguing!) but as soon as it started to come down, its been coming down at a good clip.  
Trying to take advantage of some "free" time, we are removing the  blue and dreary wallpaper from our kitchen so we can brighten up the room with happy, bright paint. (The paint we picked is called "Spiced Butternut", may have been paleo inspired, haha!)  But anyone who owns a home, or has every done any sort of house renovations - NOTHING is easy.  Taking down wallpaper seemed like such an easy task!  Nope.  4 layers of wallpaper have been accumulated on the walls through the years.  4 LAYERS!!!  It will be a huge sense of accomplishment when we are done!  I can't wait to brighten up these kitchen walls.  After all, we do spend a decent about of time in there... 
So now into the recipe!  In an effort to try and keep Joe warm in-between snow blowing, I thought turkey soup would be great.  Its super easy and freezes well so it can be made in a big batch and kept for left overs.

What crazy weather we are having here in New England!  Yesterday reached nearly 60 degrees in the afternoon, but when I was leaving the gym at night, it was snowing!! Either way, I'll take the warm weather.  It's a mild 25 today.  Great for a run!
This recipe was inspired by a great crockpot paleo site called paleopot.  Joe and I both love meatloaf and hadn't had it in a while. This is not your traditional meatloaf, but it's really yummy!  When I see these recipes online, I think about what I like about it and how I can make it even better!  Most of the time, it's a success.  I have had a few trial and error type meals, but hey! Cooking is an art.  Sometimes you learn as you go.  Speaking of trial and error... Joe went to trader joes the other night and they now have full fat coconut milk.  I opened a can (recipe to come soon, don't worry!) and omg. Deee-lish!!! I could have sat there and ate it out of the can!  Joe also picked up ghost pepper chilli powder. I can't wait to try it!