Valentine’s Day Treats for School Parties! Coming up with new ideas for class party snacks is tough! As parents, we all want to bring in something fun and creative, but sometimes the trickiest treats are too much work or aren’t enjoyed by the kids. Another challenge that parents might face is a school district enforcing the... Read more »
Recipes
Cook Up Some New Year Luck
Tip of the Week: Cook up Some New Year Luck! Hoppin’ John is a traditional Southern dish that dates back to the 1800’s and when served on New Year’s Day is said to bring good luck! The dish is a combination of black eyed peas, pork and rice, but it is the peas that that... Read more »
Pumpkin Pie Martini
Pumpkin Pie Martini Ingredients: 2 parts Absolut Vanila vodka 1 part pumpkin schnapps splash of cream sprinkle with nutmeg Directions: Shake all of the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice Strain into a martini glass Garnish with nutmeg and a cherry
Thanksgiving Cocktail Recipe
Thanksgiving Cocktail Ingredients: 1 tsp lime juice 1 1/2 oz bourbon 4 oz cranberry juice 1/2 oz apple brandy Directions: Fill Collins glass one-half full of ice, add ingredients and stir. Garnish with a lime wedge, if desired.
Spiked Apple Cider
// Spiked Apple Cider Ingredients: 2 quarts apple cider 1 cup apple brandy 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground cloves 1 teaspoon ground cardamom 1 teaspoon curry powder Directions: In a large pot, combine all the ingredients over high heat and bring to a simmer. Lower the heat and keep warm. To serve, strain... Read more »
Marinated Tomatoes and Olives Recipe
Marinated Tomatoes and Olives Recipe 2 c. assorted imported olives 2 pints cherry tomatoes 3 T. olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 T. white balsamic vinegar 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Toss. Marinate for 1 hour at room temperature.
Choose the Perfect Pasta Shape
Mangia Bene Pasta Tip of the Week: Choosing the Perfect Pasta! When I’m in the pasta aisle at the market, I tend to choose penne or orzo, with little variation! Little did I know that there is actually a method for selecting the appropriate pasta shape to pair with the sauce at hand! Long Pasta... Read more »
Penne with Grape Tomatoes and Mozzarella
Ingredients 12 ounces ridged or plain penne coarse salt and ground pepper 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 pint ( 8 ounces) bocconcini (small fresh mozzarella balls), halved, or 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cubed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar Directions Cook pasta... Read more »
Upgrade the Classic Cheese Tray {DIY Gourmet Cheese Board}
From Southern Living Tip of the Week: Upgrade the Classic Cheese Tray! In the last tip, I shared my favorite dinner party plan that included suggestions for assembling a diverse cheese platter. Taking the cheese platter a step further, I’ve recently been reading about interesting pairings for different types of cheeses and am excited... Read more »
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