Sunday, May 2, 2010

Mosaic Monday: Not always pretty...

It was our anniversary this past weekend, and the Griller got me something he knew I wanted. Not pretty. Not romantic, but exactly what I wanted! Of course he knew I wanted it, nothing is a secret here any more, he got tired of the returns when he surprised me! Still remembers that one wool sweater from 20 years ago. You don't love the sweater I got you? Too itchy, I love it, honey, but we have to return it! So ever since then he gets a "wish list" and we're all happy! This time I went along for the ride, might as well see what else is on sale and there is a never ending supply of those Bed, Bath and Beyond Coupons! Expired or not. Love that place!




So now the possibilities are endless.  The Griddler from Cuisinart!  and we had a test run when we got home. Even using lite whole wheat bread, low fat American and a few slices of tomato, we have a winner! One little thing, when I got distracted slicing some fruit while it cooked, the cheese oozed out, all out. but that burnt cheese was the best part!


 GRILLED CHEESE PANINI WITH TOMATO


 AN OOZY GOOEY CHEESY PANINI. PERFECTION!
so it aint pretty, but it sure did taste really good!

Here's the pretty...

TULIPS! I love tulips!


Joining Mary from The Little Red House for another Mosaic Monday! Stop by the Little Red House to see lots of fantastic Mosaics every week!

36 comments:

  1. I love it..Too itchy, I love it, honey, but we have to return it! I think I pulled that one once or twice, no I get gift cards so I can get what I really want.
    I am sure that you have lots of fun with your new toy...grilled cheese sounds great, right now.

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  2. Happy anniversary! Yes...gotta love BB&B!! Woo hoo! So nice that your griller was a hit! And your tulips are just lovely! Happy week!...Debbie

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  3. Nice grill! I'd love one like that buy it would have to reside in the garage since I have no room. Or maybe I'd just get rid of the the ole george foreman that I never use. Ya ...that's the ticket. :-) Healthy Panini and quick clean up. You are on the ball. Pretty tulip!

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  4. Love grilled cheese with tomato. I think I need one of those! Looks good, Carol... and is that your fine china?

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  5. Happy Anniversary!! I think the list is the way to go for sure!!! Bed, Bath & Beyond coupons are the best. I save every one. My son who lives in California knows I always have a stash. He calls me to send them to him.

    Love the grilled cheese!!

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  6. Very cool gift! I know a griller like that would go over very big in our house. Love the mosaic..so creative.

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  7. We finally got a Bed Bath & Beyond near us here in Ontario and oh yes, love that store.
    Enjoy your new kitchen toy!

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  8. Happy Anniversary! Looks so good! Hope you have a wonderful new week!
    Hugs...
    Bobbi

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  9. Enjoyed your post....the griller looks great and isn't it wonde4rful to get a gift you really want!!!!

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  10. The griller looks like fun. Great photos and the tulip is gorgeous!

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  11. Happy belated anniversary. We just had our Golden. I have a small grill similar to that and just love it. I think that foods looks delish. Love that mosaic. Wish I knew how to do the panes like a window. Do you use Big Huge Labs or something else?
    QMM

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  12. Panini's and tulips! Wonderful!

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  13. Everything looks delicious as always Carol. And that tulip is beautiful!. Thought of you today. I was in Vermont and stopped in this cool shop up there called Thyme to Cook. Had to take some pictures which I'll share on another Mosaic Monday of course hehe. ~Jeanne

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  14. Happy Anniversary! Everything always looks delish at your house. lol Thanks for sharing at MM. :)

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  15. Happy Anniversary! I love the tulip! Enjoy your griller.

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  16. Your panini looks delicious! Pretty mosaics!

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  17. I love real life and no surprises - and get what you want :) Happy Anniversary, Carol. I think I need one too!

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  18. Happy Anniversary wishes! The grilled sandwich looks soooo good! A perfect gift. Pretty tulips too!

    Kindly, ldh

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  19. Happy Anniversary! Love the grill..panini sandwiches are the best!!Love your tulip moasic..how did you do that!!

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  20. Panini makers are great gifts! I love mine. It was also on a wish list. Men really do seem to appreciate that.

    Lovely photos in this post.

    Becky K.
    Hospitality Lane

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  21. Happy Anniversary! Very good sense of humor, I always giggle every time I read your post! Hehehe, I have said that too, too itchy, etc...

    That gadget looks so versatile and very easy clean up. Yeah, I can live with tomatoes and cheese for dinner!

    Beautiful details on your tulip!

    No post for MM, maybe next week.

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  22. I got a hand sander once and I was totally thrilled and delighted. Hmm....... wonder where it is?

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  23. Enjoy your grill!
    Pretty mosaic!

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  24. Oh Carol I'd love a pannini press! I use my George Forman grill but soemtimes it doesn't do it right. Happy Anniversary and Happy MM! Love the red tulips!
    ♥ Pat

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  25. A belated Happy Anniversary! What a good gift as you both benefit from the goodies you will be creating with it.

    I love your tulip mosaic - wouldn't it be cool if each square was a canvas and you had a whole wall hung with them?

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  26. We got the pannini maker for Christmas and love it. It's so great for "what am I going to have?" nights.
    Love the mosaic. THanks for your link to the canvas panel layout..

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  27. No cheese... just pass the strawberries please!

    Di
    The Blue Ridge Gal

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  28. I love your mosaic tulip! The color is magnificent.

    And your wish list is the way to go. I did that with my kids at Christmas last year. And although they hated giving me such (what they called) boring gifts, I was thrilled.

    I like the burned cheese part best too!

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  29. I love tulips too, gorgeous photos, and it sure looks delicious :)

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  30. Tulip mosiac is lovely. Always wondered how those pans actually worked. Thanks for sharing. Valerie

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  31. Oh my, I look at your tulip mosaic and see kitchen tile! How fabulous would that be. Jane F

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  32. I love that tulip mosaic!
    I agree with you - the burnt cheese can be the best part.

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  33. Oh the panini looks wonderful! Like the fruit salad, too. :)

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  34. Just dropped in to see your blog finally,, sorry to be so long...then I got hooked and went and bought the grill...
    I think we will really enjoy that..we want to start eating healthier...
    enjoyed your blog..
    drop in some time...
    glenda

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