Wedding/Easter Weekend Updates

This weekend was ridiculously busy. Friday we didn't get off from work at all, which was annoying since in the past we had the day off, and just this year it was instead turned into a "Floating Holiday." And my boss requested that I not take it off. And my friend's wedding started on Friday night (it was an Indian wedding, which are usually 3 days long), 2 hours away in PA, so I couldn't attend. BUT, I COOKED!! (Yes, this needs to be noted, because it hasn't occurred in so long.) And it didn't suck. And my friend actually ate it and liked it, after profusely making fun of my cooking "style."

Yes, I did throw a frozen hunk of spinach into the pot. I didn't realize I was supposed to warm it up beforehand. Whatevs, the final product still turned out delicious. It's called the Italian Wonderpot. Pasta with spinach, crushed tomatoes, onion, garlic, and a bunch of spices topped with Parmesan cheese (I left out the feta cheese).

Saturday morning I headed out early, rented a car, and headed to my friend's wedding. I was very happy to find that the last time I wore my outfit, I hadn't unpinned it. Usually, I need to find a random Indian auntie to dress me because the outfits are quite complicated to put on.

The groom's friends did a roast instead of the typical speeches. It was absolutely hilarious. Though they did throw in a jab about him quitting medical school to become a lawyer, and his sister got majorly pissed. They also made fun of him for being monkey-like, complete with running around him like screaming apes. I'm so sad I didn't capture it on video!

with the happy couple

I left on Sunday during the breakfast. I was trying to stealthily escape, and ran directly into the couple. But I explained to them that I had to head out for Easter lunch, which they understood. I rushed home, changed quickly, and was back out the door to lunch. There was SO. MUCH. FOOD before the dinner even came out. Prosciutto wrapped cheeses, caprese salad, stuffed mushrooms, deviled eggs, and this thing called pizzagna (sp?), among other things.

Sinner was ham, chicken marsala, mashed potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, carrots, green beans, regular beans, meatballs, eggplant rollatini, and baked ziti. Or at least that's what I got. I think there was other stuff too. Afterwards, there was an Easter egg hunt, and an intense game of Pictionary with "kids" (they are in their 20's, except for 2 of them) vs. adults. They even had a easel white board for the occasion! The kids won, but only by one square!

Blue decided to try roasted peeps. Apparently they were good. 

Did I mention the desserts? There were like, 3 different cakes, and pies, and... I don't even know what else. I mean, check out the spread! I guess I understand why the call it "Eat-ster"!