I have been a bit wrapped up in work as of late with travel to both coasts and a bit in between. Lots of work, family and fun! Since we are settling at home for the holidays, I thought I would catch up with the blog and share some of the things we have been working on for Thanksgiving. You may remember our timelines from years past… (1 Day, 4 Days, 5 Days, 7 Days) Great references if you need them! Below are some new ideas. Look out tomorrow for some in depth ideas for wine pairings for the big day courtesy of BF. He has become well versed and done a ton of research on what is just right for each course. A very happy holiday season to you and yours. I am giving thanks for a wonderful family, friends and the freedom to share our days together.

Kelly

Menu 

Wine Pairing – Stay Tuned for Details!!

Appetizers:

• Shrimp Cocktail
• Relish Tray
• Antipasto with Homemade Crackers

Dinner:

• Smoked Turkey
• Turkey Roulade
• Stuffing
• Mashed Potatoes
• Green Beans
• Cranberry Sauce
• Cranberry Relish
• Parker House Rolls
• Cider Gravy
• Onion Jam
• Brussels Sprouts
• Squash

Dessert:

• Ginger Snaps
• Pumpkin Pie
•  Chez Panisse Almond Tart – A little note about this, I tested this ahead of time just to make sure I could do it and it wasn’t too “almondy” and got raves about it! Not too sweet and I think it will be a great complement to a rich meal. 

Here in Colorado, people have gone Super Bowl crazy! We have some die-hard fans in our state and they have been decked out in their orange and blue for weeks now. From the TV news anchors to my office, everyone has Bronco fever. If you are planning your own Super Celebration, here are some of our best ideas to impress your guests!

First, get the grill warmed up and get a smokey twist on Chicken Wings to start things off! While you have that grill all ready, fancy up some Burgers starting with homemade buns. The perfect side for burgers is potato salad, in our family we do it German Style. For an easy main dish that will keep all day, just throw some Chili
together and let guests eat at their leisure. What is a Super Bowl party without Guacamole? Try it Traditional or with a Sweet Twist! Try BBQ in wontons for something different. If you are looking to lighten things up a bit make a colorful Veggie Display or some Baked Chicken Fingers with tons of flavor sure to be a hit. Or bring stadium food home with Soft Pretzels.

GO BRONCOS!