Today we celebrate Helen and G's wedding reception at Gold Class Cinema where we will view Breaking Dawn. What a unique way to party and toast the newlyweds. Clever idea ~ cannot wait! I think the house is sufficiently decorated for the holidays as I went a little bow crazy with my new toy and made 30 bows for three rooms. I better not even think about the upper level. Help! Now I am preparing for my next project ~ the Thanksgiving feast. We hope to share our meal and give thanks for our blessings with 20 family members and look forward to being together to begin the official holiday season with love and laughter. This week alone Jay and Vanessa became engaged, Dan graduates DePaul and Steve turns 20. Yikes! I found this picture and chuckled as if this guy knew most of us like white meat. Here is my menu for the extravaganza which includes dishes being brought by guests ~ I sincerely thank you all for doing so.
Thanksgiving Dinner Menu
assorted crackers, chips and dips for appetizers
baked cranberry brie phyllo triangles
marshmallow coconut sweet potato balls
cranberry pecan pineapple salad mold
black and green olives/pepperocini
tossed spring greens salad
black and green olives/pepperocini
tossed spring greens salad
2 20 lb. brined birds
apple cranberry stuffing
green bean casserole
Carrie's heart attack potatoes
garlic mashed potatoes w/gravy
(of course)
Melissa's sweet squash specialty
broccoli/cauliflower/carrots blend
polish sausage
hawaiian bread
Karen's surprise pie
John's delicacy desserts
This will not be a heart-healthy meal by any means and many new recipes are from Paula Deen's cookbook (she is the butter queen.) Look out y'all :) fair warning: wear loose and comfortable clothing so you can relax and enjoy the foodfest. You can watch your calories on Black Friday. xo
