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, July 25, 2008

Shrimp Dip


This can be made completely ahead of time, which is good for divas. It means they have more time to get ready for guests.

Shrimp Dip

8 oz. cream cheese

1 can shrimp

2 Tbsps. onions, chopped

1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

1 squirt lemon or lime juice (I use lemon and save lime for margaritas)

1 tsp. seafood cocktail sauce

a few slices red bell pepper, chopped


Mix and spread on crackers or sliced baguette.

Make into a meal: Serve ahead of a big holiday feast or with brunch. I recently served this to guests at a BBQ, then spread it on my wheat mini-bagel the next morning for breakfast. My favorite breakfast is last night's appetizers.

Wine: Crisp Chardonnay from Argentina or Pinot Noir but maybe not for breakfast. Only Champagne for breakfast, darling.
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