Busy Diva's Dinner Menu: 11/01/2011

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.

Thursday, November 24, 2011

Thanksgiving Day Menu 2011

Many of these recipes can be found here (*). I hope everyone is enjoying my favorite holiday!

Appetizers

Brie Wheel in Puff Pastry

Pumpkin Soup with Cheese Ravioli *

Dee's Bacon Dip

Wine: Champagne Cocktail

Entree

Apple Cider Brined Turkey*

Wine: Pinot Noir and/or Chardonnay

Side Dishes

Elegant Stuffing with Rum-Soaked Cranraisins, Sausage, Mushrooms, & Apple*

Tim's Famous Mashed Potatoes

Turnip

Squash

Cranberry & Orange Marmalade

Garlic Green Beans with Cashews

Sweet Potatoes with Wine-Poached Pears*

Wine: More Chardonnay

Dessert

Pumpkin Cheesecake

Apple Pie

Chocolate Silk Pie

Wine: Port and/or Coffee with Irish Cream