Banana Split Ice Cream Cake1 pkg. (11.2 oz.) Vanilla Ice Cream Mix2 layer 8-inch yellow cake (from scratch or from a box mix)Sliced bananasPineapply chunksMaraschino cherriesPrepare ice cream mix according to package directions; do NOT freeze. Place 1 cake layer on cake circle or waxed paper or plate; spread with 1-1/2 cups whipped ice cream [...]
A Heart of Chocolate Meringue Macadamia Torte Allow at least two days to prepare this fabulous treat. This dessert is a LOT of work but the time spent will be worth it! Heart Shaped Pan http://thepartyworks.com/product_info.php/cPath/3_6/products_id/7 Cake Decorating Tip #2110 Chocolate Filling Ingredients: 8 ounces sweet baking chocolate 3 tablespoons confectioners sugar 3 tablespoons coffee-flavored liqueur 4 egg yolks, beaten 4 egg whites 1 [...]
Chocolate Heart Tarts with Raspberries Decadently delicious and impressive! A special treat for Valentine's Day or anytime of the year when you want to serve something special. The tarts can be made a day ahead and then assembled just before they are served. Nesting Heart Cutters A variety of sizes that are versatile for many other uses! http://thepartyworks.com/product_info.php/cPath/250_479/products_id/3812 Cake Decorating Tip #4 [...]
Pizza Hearts for Two The perfect lunch or dinner for pizza lovers! This recipe uses barbecue sauce but you can prepare yours the traditional way with pizza/tomato sauce. 9 Inch Heart Pan (2 pans needed or make/bake pizza crusts the day before for a larger crowd) http://thepartyworks.com/product_info.php/cPath/3_6/products_id/7 2 (6 1/2 oz.) boxes pizza dough m ix -or- purchase freshly made dough [...]
Panna Cotta (Italian Creme Custard) with Caramel Sauce Mini Embossed Heart Pan http://thepartyworks.com/product_info.php/cPath/3_6/products_id/3445 1-1/2 envelopes unflavored gelatin (approx. 1 tablespoon and 1/2 teaspoon) 1/2 cup milk 2-1/2 cups whipping cream, divided 1/2 cup plus 1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar, divided 1 tablespoon lemon zest, finely chopped 2 teaspoons vanilla Dissolve gelatin into milk; let stand until [...]
White Bean Appetizer Heart So So So delicious and very different for a potluck! 9 Inch Heart Pan http://thepartyworks.com/product_info.php/cPath/3_6/products_id/7 1 can (15.5 oz.) Great Northern White Beans 1 lb. fresh spinach, lightly steamed, well drained and chopped OR 1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon olive [...]
Your guests will go overboard for this hearty crab-laced dip. Better make a double batch. Ingredients 2 ripe Hass avocados, seeded, peeled and coarsely mashed 1 tsp grated lime rind 1 tbsp fresh lime juice 10 drops red pepper sauce 1/2 tsp garlic salt 1 can (6 oz) crab meat, rinsed and picked through for [...]
Avacado Avotini A refreshing and festive cocktail, courtesy of the California Avocado Commission. Use a small melon scoop to make the avocado pearls. Recipe makes one avotini. Ingredients 1/4 Cup lemon-flavored vodka 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 Tbsp simple syrup California Avocado Pearls Instructions In a cocktail shaker, combine ice, [...]
Avacado - Pear - Honey Pastry Appetizer Try this ultimate appetizer to tempt your guests. Pastry rounds may be baked in advance and kept in airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. Recipe yields about 48 pieces. Ingredients All-purpose flour 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed 1 egg yolk 1 tbsp water [...]
The Ship.... Not quite a Pilgrim ship but a cute centerpiece on your Thanksgiving table.Use your imagination to decorate the ship of your dreams for any celebration! Compliments ofThe National Watermelon BoardMORE carving ideas with photo and how-to instructionshttp://www.watermelon.org/index.asp?a=dsp&htype=recipes&pid=17 Materials: Watermelon Sharp pointed utensil Sharp knife Large spoon Long wooden skewer Directions: Choose a large, oblong [...]