You know how much I love crostini for entertaining. It can be inexpensive, but wonderful. This spread won't be the most inexpensive for crostini, but it will be devoured. A plus is that you can make this as much as two days ahead of time. Just keep it in the refrigerator and then allow it to return to room temperature to serve.The great thing … [Read more...]
Mushroom and Manchego Panini: Quick, Delicious Sandwich
My daughter made these sandwiches for us the other night and they were incredible. I couldn't believe all the flavor. The mushrooms had a slightly tangy flavor from a splash of vinegar. Since you don't use any meat, you can afford to splurge on gourmet mushrooms. I'd not tried Manchego cheese before & it's wonderful. This sandwich has 16.8 … [Read more...]
My Take on St. Patrick’s Day, Foods and Hoopla
Here's how I see St. Patrick's Day. You've just gotten over Valentine's Day and here comes another holiday. At least this one wasn't started by Hallmark. You decide it's nice to think of green and Spring being just around the corner. . Maybe you'll pot up some of that beautiful moss to bring indoors. You see some clover while you're out there … [Read more...]
Super Easy Bananas Foster Dessert
I love how quickly this dessert goes together. It's inexpensive also, but always impresses. Back in my dating days, I used to go to a very trendy restaurant in St. Louis called Cyrano's. It had almost a 50's beatnik coffee house atmosphere as it was in a basement, the walls were all old exposed brick, exposed pipes, and lighting was mostly by … [Read more...]
A Terrific Oscars Party for Less
I just couldn't resist making a line-up for the Oscars. If you are having a party to watch any of the awards shows, I hope you find some good ideas here. The recipes are in burgundy text. Red Carpet Arrivals: Dazzling Strawberries with Ruffled Whipped Cream Opening Number: A Salute to Busby Berkeley by 3-Ingredient Appetizers Our Oscars … [Read more...]
Strawberries Filled with Cream: Dazzling!
Does anything look as good as this? I love fresh strawberries, but these are fantastic.They are not filled with just whipped cream as that could melt and drip. You whip heavy cream with mascarpone, similar to cream cheese, until soft peaks form. You add some sugar and vanilla too. You could use a plastic bag with the corner cut off a bit to pipe … [Read more...]
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
This appetizer is a nice change from the same old dips. It's also super healthy and great for dieters. I've even heard some wedding planners say it's sophisticated enough for the cocktail hour at wedding receptions. Who knew?This goes together very quickly; just throw everything in the blender, a few pulses and you're done! You need to chill it … [Read more...]
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