A simple fall feast

I had some strange computer virus and we have not been able to blog.  Also in the past few weeks I have been serving some quick trader joe's stuff and have not had time to do any real cooking.  But last week I was watching Rachael Ray,  I have to say when I was learning to cook I made a lot of her 30 minute meals ( although I call them 45 minute meals). The other day she was making something that looked so easy and good I had to try it.  It was really good and really easy, it was great for company because all the work is done ahead and I just popped it in the oven. It was autumn roasted chicken and sausage with balsamic glaze: http://www.rachaelrayshow.com/food/recipes/autumn-roasted-chicken-and-sausages-balsamic-drizzle/
It came out great, you could easily make many combos from this one technique. I just served it with a green salad and it was a complete meal.
I was also really wanted dessert. I love the desserts on the Poineer Women Blog.  She had this bread pudding recipe and I thought I did not like bread pudding, this was to die for. http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2007/06/bread_pudding_f/
 It was so easy.  I got it together before everyone arrived, keeping the wet and dry mixture seperate.  When I took the chicken out of the oven I put the wet mixture on the bread and through it in the oven. I made the sauce right before serving.  I had to give the leftovers away, it was so good.
The next time you have another couple over for dinner, this is a great, easy, menu. I actually had time to relax and visit.