I hosted tonight. I made two chicken pot pies, made with butter, flour, half and half, chicken broth, onions, celery, peas, carrots and potatoes They were sinfullly good, if I do say so myself There was none left over. I also served a big green salad with it, which was also devoured. I made a pumpkin dessert, made with Libby's pumpkin pie mix and yellow cake mix. None of that was left,either. For an appetizer, I made a 7 layer Greek dip, served with pita chips. There was none of that left, either, and I had many requests for the recipe. I made two pitchers of cosmos, and had a cooler filled with Coronas, water and diet pepsi, all gone. When everyone left, they complimented me on the delicious dinner. It does feel nice to have a successful party.As an added bonus, Hubby came out of hiding and helped me clean up after everyone left. He did all of the dishes.
That's so great! When you go through a lot of trouble and planning,, but it's so well enjoyed and received, it doesn't seem like it was much work after all!
** My post has likely been edited 5 or 6 times for spelling or grammar, and is quite likely still incorrect.
Sounds great!! You are the hostess with the mostess!!! Glad you had a fun evening and that all your efforts were appreciated by your friends. It was nice of your hubby to help with cleanup.
~~Stargazer
Sounds like you put on a great spread! You know it was a hit when there isn't anything left! I love parties and getting together with friends like you just did. (Will you share your appetizer recipe here too? I'm always looking for great appetizer recipes!!!!) Pretty please?
Wow, it all sounds so good. Where are the recipes? Wish I belonged to your bunco club especially when you host.
robee
everything sounds great,expecially the unexpected help cleaning up.what is greek dip?
wow, sounds like you outdid yourself. Glad it was a sucess.
Glad all your efforts paid off, Patty - the group will be wanting to hold the party at yours more often! You mean someone really enjoys Corona? Even our slugs wouldn't go for it!!
Know how much you appreciated the clean up help, too. Now a good hike is in order.............Elaine
Good morning, all! Elaine, I have a hike planned for tomorrow.
Here's the recipe for the Greek dip. I'll post the others in just a minute. I have to go in search of for them.
Layered Greek DipMakes 2 1/2 cups/16 servings1. In medium mixing bowl beat until smooth: 8 oz. cream cheese 1 T. lemon juice 1 t. Italian seasoning 3 cloves minced garlic2. Spread above in 9" pie plate or shallow dish3. Evenly spread 1 1/2 c. hummus on cream cheese mixture4. Top with: 1 c. chopped cuke 1 c. chopped tomato 1/2 c. chopped pitted Kalamata olives 1/2 c. crumbled feta cheese 1/3 c. sliced green onions5. Cover & chill 2-24 hours
Pumpkin pie cake:
This is the recipe site for the chicken pot pie. It really is good. I just use the pillsbury refridgerated pie crust and it works great.
http://www.emerils.com/recipe/3359/Chicken-Pot-Pie
Wow, your party sounds like a rousing success and fun for all (except your DH who was so kind to help with clean up~giggles).
Thanks for the recipes. I can't wait to try that 7 layer Greek dip.
Now.....I wanna KNOW.......WHO WON
Rainey
I guess you did have a great party, by the sounds of all those full bellies. LOL
Glad everyone had a good time and lots of good food.
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