I got the idea from The Pioneer Woman's post. Unfortunately, I don't have much for photos but wanted to share a few of my faves. Some of them (okay, MANY of them!) are from her website.
1. Firecracker Shrimp. I got to thinking about these babies and can't stop so we are having them for dinner tonight! They are REALLY, REALLY spicy but oh so good and addicting. There is also a second posting about these so don't miss out!
2. Pico de Gallo and Guacamole. Counting these as one item because you need both. I make mine almost the same so decided to post PW's link instead of typing it all out. It's Friday... I'm lazy. Be sure to try them with Juanita's brand tortilla chips. You could even go crazy and make some nachos with all this goodness.
3. Crash Hot Potatoes. Any excuse to make these bad boys and I'm all over it. Best.Potatoes.Ever.
4. Hot Artichoke Dip. I have been making this for years and it is always a hit. Once you start eating it, you can't stop. I usually serve it with pita chips. Let me know if you want the recipe.
5. Margaritas. On the rocks. Frozen. Yes, please. It's all good.
6. Burger sliders. We have a freezer full of local beef and it is good. I love the little Rhodes frozen dinner rolls for sliders. Thaw those little suckers out and bake 'em up. Grill up some little burgers and get out a bunch of toppings: bacon, cheese, grilled onions, barbecue sauce. Mm, mm.
7. Hummus and pita bread. We need something somewhat healthy thrown in here, right? Besides, my girl is crazy for hummus. Buy the spicy kind and doll it up with some crumbled feta, kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices. Good stuff. If you really feel crazy, make your own.
8. Soup. Hard to decide just one. A great option if you don't feel like firing up the grill for sliders. Make a big batch and keep it in the crock pot to stay warm. Chicken Tortilla? Chicken Noodle? Chicken Gnocchi? Chili? Minestrone? Pick your favorite. Don't be wishy-washy like me.
9. Fruit and Cheese Plate. Let your hair down and go crazy at Trader Joe's. Lots of unique and reasonably priced cheeses. It is my cheese nirvana. Add some fresh berries, pineapple, grapes and you are good to go. It is always a party when cheese is involved.
10. Chocolate Sheet Cake. Because every party needs chocolate. Amen.
Ooops. Gotta have a number 11 because I forgot one CRUCIAL item: WINE!!!! Cheers!!! Have fun!!!
