Diva Cooking 101

Divas cook gorgeous things that are fabulous enough to share with friends and family. They just don't cook much. Every diva needs a few, easy signature dishes to get by. Are you a diva cook?

Divas cook while listening to Billie Holiday, Muddy Waters, or the Rolling Stones.

Divas cook while sipping Champagne, Chardonnay, or a martini.

Divas cook with a feather boa draped around their shoulders.

While cooking, divas nibble gin-soaked olives or Champagne-saturated strawberries.

Divas cook while wearing an apron that says, "Tomorrow is another Chardonnay."

A diva's favorite breakfast is last night's appetizers.

Divas don't stress over particular amounts in any recipe. Glugs, plops, and handfuls are accurate enough.

Divas can cook with boas because diva recipes do not require many steps. Still, the food is fabulous.

Friday, December 26, 2008

Potato Casserole

I serve this at our December 24th Open Haus. Friends and family stop by for a Bloody Mary or a Champagne cocktail and some gorgeous food. This recipe comes from Diva Karyn whose grandmother made them for years. They are great leftover, but there are hardly any leftovers. Try it for New Year's Eve or breakfast the next morning.

Potato Casserole

2 lbs partially thawed frozen, diced potatoes

1 pint sour cream

1 can cream of chicken soup (fat-free works)

1 stick melted butter

2 c chopped onion

2 cups shredded cheddar

salt and pepper

potato chips (I like kettle-cooked)

Place the potatoes in a baking pan.
Mix the rest of the ingredients in a bowl, and pour over potatoes.
You can make it ahead of time and refrigerate at this point.
Sprinkle crushed potato chips on top then drizzle with the butter.
Bake at 350 degrees for an hour (cover with foil so chips don't burn!)

Make it a meal: Serve with Goat Cheese and Smoked Ham Strata (see recipe)

Wine: Chardonnay or Champagne
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