dinner party for 2

Basil Chicken Strips:

• 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or worcestershire sauce (=6 packs from the Subway condiments)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

In a large resealable plastic bag, add chicken and flour. Seal bag; toss to coat.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add the chicken; saute for 5 minutes. Stir in the vinegar and basil; cook until chicken is no longer pink. Yield: 2 servings. (from tasteofhome.com)

Green Beans: 

Cover 2 cups frozen green beans (the kind that look fresh, but aren't) with water; microwave until tender. Coat with just a tiny bit of olive oil, then add black pepper, garlic salt, and basil to taste. Toss in a hot frying pan for a couple of minutes until they look good enough to eat.

Rice-A-Roni:

Follow the directions on the box. It takes 30 minutes to cook, so you should start this first.

Dessert: Warm brownies served with your ice cream of choice (personal fav - Edy's Slow Churned Limited Edition Samoa)

Does this annoy you?

Hospitality: Welcome your dinner guest into your home, your kitchen, and your life with open arms. Take full advantage of this golden opportunity to give someone a casual, comfortable, and delicious look at the home life of a person who knows God. If you are in the habit of praising and thanking God for providing the meal, please do so, and don't forget to thank Him for your guest, as well!

Transparency: This requires some vulnerability, but is essential to a successful dinner party for 2. Don't be ashamed to mention an old flame, to admit you still cry about that lost loved one, or to confess that bad language doesn't always offend you... it's just annoying. This does not necessarily mean showing off your bunions or confessing a deep, dark secret. Just share enough to let them know they're not alone in being human. Bottom line: Make it clear that it's ok to be who you are.

Goodnights: How do you politely get a person out of your house? Wait for a pause in conversation, then ask about his/her plans for the next day or few days. Yawn, then conveniently mention that you must get up early the next morning. If your guest doesn't take a hint, thank him/her for sharing a meal with you, and slowly move toward the door. Thanks for coming, goodnight!