BEAUTIFUL!!! That’s the consensus of the more than 30 REALTORS's who toured 2250 Columbia Drive during Wednesday’s Caravan. This nearly new home was pronounced to be “beautiful” by most of those who went through the home. Others exclaimed about the fantastic outdoor porch/deck area, the wonderful kitchen and the great master suite with the huge bedroom, really nice closet and vaulted-ceiling bath. Some liked the multi-purpose room which is currently used as a playroom with one REALTORâ stating that she’d buy the home just for that room. Another person said she’d use that room as a music room. Some said that they loved the mortar-washed brick. Some loved the large 4th bedroom/bonus room and some loved the spacious attic storage which is accessible at the top of the stairs. More than one commented on the lovely dining room. More than one commented on the nice office. The coffered ceiling in the Great Room and the hardwood floors drew raves as well. The few negatives that were mentioned were subjective such as the size of the back yard which was small to some but a little too big to others. All in all, it seemed that everyone thought that this is a really nice, special home.
Additionally, many really enjoyed the Taco Soup served by the listing agent, Ellen Faurot, her brownies and the delicious Pumpkin/spice mini-cupcakes made by Ellen’s daughter. Several requested the recipe for the soup so it follows:
Ellen’s Taco Soup (Santa Fe Soup or Southwestern Soup--I use the terms interchangeably-because I don‘t know better.)
2 lbs ground beef or turkey 1 (16 oz.) can pinto beans
1 onion, chopped 1 (16 oz.) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 (1 ¼ -oz.) pkgs. Ranch-style 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes and chilies dressing mix undrained
2 (1 ¼ oz.) pkgs. Taco seasoning mix 1 (10-oz.) can shoe peg corn, undrained
1 (16-oz.) can black beans 2 cups water
1 (16-oz.) can red kidney beans, undrained
Cook meat and onion together until meat is browned; drain. Stir Ranch-style dressing mix and taco seasoning mix into meat. Add beans, tomatoes and water, simmer for 2 hours. Add additional water if mixture is too thick. GARNISH: Sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onion tops. Serve with corn chips (which I prefer) or tortilla chips.
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Magnolia Realty @ 8:48 AM
