My daughter is having a baby shower on Sunday. I just got told today
that I'm making most if not all of the food for it...
This is complicated by the fact that at the same time as her shower,
her husband is having a surprise "diaper shower" at another location.
(We do diaper showers for men...everyone brings a package of diapers,
any size, and they guys eat stuff and drink beer. They're spared the
"traditional" shower games. The guys seem to LOVE this, and you can
always use diapers)
There should be about 40 or so people at each shower, and I'd like to
keep the bulk of the food the same, for ease of prep. I'm assuming
food for 100.

So far I've come up with:

Burgers for women/meatballs in a sauce that does NOT include grape
jelly or chili sauce for the women <G>

Fruit salad (which I've been informed will be served in a carved
watermelon that looks like a baby carriage for the girls, not
necessary for the guys)

Devilled eggs

Veggie tray with a couple of dips

We're doing mostly appetizer-type stuff and I need 2 or 3 more
ideas...I came up with a great pasta/shrimp salad I have made, but
they told me that didn't sound "right". Nor did any other salad-like
thing I came up with except for the fruit salad..

I'm not responsible for cake or punch. I will have some access to a
kitchen on-site for the women, but not for the men, and I won't BE
where the men are, so everything has to be in "slap it on the table
and let them devour it" condition.

Any ideas? Particularly for things I can make tomorrow night/friday
night that will keep well...money is a consideration too, as I don't
have much <G>

Jeanne

Well, Hmm. Since your daughter can't be giving herself a shower, there
must be a hostess who can help you out. And she must have planned some
refreshments, too. Have you checked with her? While she would
appreciate an entree or two from you, surely she must have planned
something.
Nancree

On 7 Sep 2005 23:18:14 -0700, "nancree" > wrote:

>Well, Hmm. Since your daughter can't be giving herself a shower, there
>must be a hostess who can help you out. And she must have planned some
>refreshments, too. Have you checked with her? While she would
>appreciate an entree or two from you, surely she must have planned
>something.
>Nancree

It's my sister. She basically said "cook stuff". Then she's shooting
down anything I want to cook. Gotta love 'em <G>

Jeanne

On Thu, 08 Sep 2005 07:31:47 -0400, Jeanne Burton >
wrote:

>On 7 Sep 2005 23:18:14 -0700, "nancree" > wrote:
>
>>Well, Hmm. Since your daughter can't be giving herself a shower, there
>>must be a hostess who can help you out. And she must have planned some
>>refreshments, too. Have you checked with her? While she would
>>appreciate an entree or two from you, surely she must have planned
>>something.
>>Nancree
>
>It's my sister. She basically said "cook stuff". Then she's shooting
>down anything I want to cook. Gotta love 'em <G>
>
>Jeanne

In that case, take whatever you feel like making. If she complains
when you arrive, walk out the door with it.
--
Susan N.

"Moral indignation is in most cases two percent moral,
48 percent indignation, and 50 percent envy."
Vittorio De Sica, Italian movie director (1901-1974

"Jeanne Burton" > wrote in message
...
| My daughter is having a baby shower on Sunday. I just got told today
| that I'm making most if not all of the food for it...
| This is complicated by the fact that at the same time as her shower,
| her husband is having a surprise "diaper shower" at another location.
| (We do diaper showers for men...everyone brings a package of diapers,
| any size, and they guys eat stuff and drink beer. They're spared the
| "traditional" shower games. The guys seem to LOVE this, and you can
| always use diapers)
| There should be about 40 or so people at each shower, and I'd like to
| keep the bulk of the food the same, for ease of prep. I'm assuming
| food for 100.
|
| So far I've come up with:
|
| Burgers for women/meatballs in a sauce that does NOT include grape
| jelly or chili sauce for the women <G>
|
| Fruit salad (which I've been informed will be served in a carved
| watermelon that looks like a baby carriage for the girls, not
| necessary for the guys)
|
| Devilled eggs
|
| Veggie tray with a couple of dips
|
| We're doing mostly appetizer-type stuff and I need 2 or 3 more
| ideas...I came up with a great pasta/shrimp salad I have made, but
| they told me that didn't sound "right". Nor did any other salad-like
| thing I came up with except for the fruit salad..
|
| I'm not responsible for cake or punch. I will have some access to a
| kitchen on-site for the women, but not for the men, and I won't BE
| where the men are, so everything has to be in "slap it on the table
| and let them devour it" condition.
|
| Any ideas? Particularly for things I can make tomorrow night/friday
| night that will keep well...money is a consideration too, as I don't
| have much <G>
|

The last shower I did (wedding), I had to carry all the stuff to a different
location. I used 2 large trays. On 1 large tray, I put various types of
meats, folded, rolled etc, with a smallish gouda round in the centre of the
tray, some carrot and celery sticks positioned opposite each other on the
tray, and some cherry tomatoes sprinkled over the top. On the 2nd tray I
put a variety of cheeses cut in cubes, with some green grapes and melon
balls. I put out a basket of specialty bread slices (you could use rolls
for the men), party ryes etc. and a variety of condiments. Add a bowl of
pickles. The men had all gathered together at another house to do whatever
men do when they get together. We held ours in the pm and the men were
coming back to join us in a couple of hours for a cookout. I've often
wondered how people get away with throwing a shower and having it last 2
hours and sending everyone home. :-)

Debbie

"Jeanne Burton" > wrote in message
...
| On 7 Sep 2005 23:18:14 -0700, "nancree" > wrote:
|
| >Well, Hmm. Since your daughter can't be giving herself a shower, there
| >must be a hostess who can help you out. And she must have planned some
| >refreshments, too. Have you checked with her? While she would
| >appreciate an entree or two from you, surely she must have planned
| >something.
| >Nancree
|
| It's my sister. She basically said "cook stuff". Then she's shooting
| down anything I want to cook. Gotta love 'em <G>
|
My sister must have loved me about 2 years ago. She had asked me to give a
wedding shower for her daughter. Not a problem. I planned the menu, fairly
simple preparation but quite an exotic assortment of foods. We had planned
on a luncheon and hoped to kill enough time with that to dispense with the
usual games. Then everyone who chose would stay, the men would join us and
swim away the pm and we would do a cookout for dinner. My DH was ill so it
would have provided a nice change for him. Due to a rapid decline in his
health.. the location had to be changed and at the last minute I had to bow
out entirely on the shower. I couldn't even help with food prep as he was
in hospital 50 miles away.

Debbie

Jeanne Burton wrote:
> My daughter is having a baby shower on Sunday. I just got told today
> that I'm making most if not all of the food for it...
> This is complicated by the fact that at the same time as her shower,
> her husband is having a surprise "diaper shower" at another location.
> (We do diaper showers for men...everyone brings a package of diapers,
> any size, and they guys eat stuff and drink beer. They're spared the
> "traditional" shower games. The guys seem to LOVE this, and you can
> always use diapers)
> There should be about 40 or so people at each shower, and I'd like to
> keep the bulk of the food the same, for ease of prep. I'm assuming
> food for 100.
>
> So far I've come up with:
>
> Burgers for women/meatballs in a sauce that does NOT include grape
> jelly or chili sauce for the women <G>
>
> Fruit salad (which I've been informed will be served in a carved
> watermelon that looks like a baby carriage for the girls, not
> necessary for the guys)
>
> Devilled eggs
>
> Veggie tray with a couple of dips
>
> We're doing mostly appetizer-type stuff and I need 2 or 3 more
> ideas...I came up with a great pasta/shrimp salad I have made, but
> they told me that didn't sound "right". Nor did any other salad-like
> thing I came up with except for the fruit salad..
>
> I'm not responsible for cake or punch. I will have some access to a
> kitchen on-site for the women, but not for the men, and I won't BE
> where the men are, so everything has to be in "slap it on the table
> and let them devour it" condition.
>
> Any ideas? Particularly for things I can make tomorrow night/friday
> night that will keep well...money is a consideration too, as I don't
> have much <G>
>
> Jeanne

This is a make-ahead thing.

Party Pizzas on Rye

1 lb. ground beef
1 lb. mild bulk Italian sausage
1 lb. shredded cheddar (or Velveeta! the original recipe called for bleu
cheese but I found it to be too overwhelming)
1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
2 Tbs. parsley flakes
1-1/2 to 2 loaves 'party' rye bread slices

Brown beef & sausage together; drain well. Add cheese and seasonings and
stir until cheese is melted. Spoon mixture by teaspoons on the small slices
of rye bread on a couple of freezer safe/oven safe plates or baking sheets.
FREEZE. When it's time to serve, pop the pizzas under the broiler for 5-7
minutes.

Jill

Jeanne Burton wrote:
> My daughter is having a baby shower on Sunday. I just got told today
> that I'm making most if not all of the food for it...

>
> Any ideas? Particularly for things I can make tomorrow night/friday
> night that will keep well...money is a consideration too, as I don't
> have much <G>
>
> Jeanne



Three days' notice? I think I'd leave town.

Sorry, I know that's not helpful. I'd make what I wanted, and
if the hostess didn't like it, she could lump it. She has put you
in an awful position, a couple of days' notice to cater TWO showers.

How about a big platter of cheese and ham cubes and crackers? Some
baked chicken wings, either Buffalo style, teriyaki, or bbq sauced?


Good luck!

gloria p

One time on Usenet, said:
> Jeanne Burton wrote:

> > My daughter is having a baby shower on Sunday. I just got told today
> > that I'm making most if not all of the food for it...

> > Any ideas? Particularly for things I can make tomorrow night/friday
> > night that will keep well...money is a consideration too, as I don't
> > have much <G>

> Three days' notice? I think I'd leave town.
>
> Sorry, I know that's not helpful. I'd make what I wanted, and
> if the hostess didn't like it, she could lump it. She has put you
> in an awful position, a couple of days' notice to cater TWO showers.

I agree -- unless there's some extenuating circumstance that the OP
hasn't mentioned, this is beyond rude.

> How about a big platter of cheese and ham cubes and crackers? Some
> baked chicken wings, either Buffalo style, teriyaki, or bbq sauced?

Here's a good crockpot recipe for teriyaki wings (I get great reviews
when I bring this to potlucks):

Teriyaki Sauce (Jani -RFC)

1 C. brown sugar, packed
½ C. Japanese soy sauce
¼ C. light olive oil
¼ C. cooking sherry
1 tsp. fresh ground ginger
1 tsp. dry mustard
2 cloves garlic, crushed
12-14 Chicken Wings, jointed and tips removed
*OR*
Cut up 3# Frying Chicken, cut up

In large mixing bowl, add all ingredients and blend together. Pour
over chicken, and marinate meat at least 6 hours (better overnight)
turning often. I use a large plastic bag and just turn it over. Bake
in glass baking dish at 325º F. for one hour, turning & basting at
least once for wings, more for whole chicken pieces. Can also be
cooked in a crock pot by doubling recipe.

--
Jani in WA (S'mee)
~ mom, VidGamer, novice cook, dieter ~

"S'mee in WA" > wrote in message
...
>
> Here's a good crockpot recipe for teriyaki wings (I get great reviews
> when I bring this to potlucks):
>
> Teriyaki Sauce (Jani -RFC)
>
....etc. ....recipe snipped...

Looks like a great recipe to me, Jani! For the men, here's a little
snack that my mom makes for male get-togethers. She says men love 'em.
You take a slice of salami, spread on some cream cheese, roll up, secure
w/ two toothpicks, and cut in half. Repeat a bunch of times. Pretty
easy.

Good luck!
Chris

> Jeanne Burton wrote:
> > My daughter is having a baby shower on Sunday. I just got told today
> > that I'm making most if not all of the food for it...
>
> >
> > Any ideas? Particularly for things I can make tomorrow night/friday
> > night that will keep well...money is a consideration too, as I don't
> > have much <G>
> >
> > Jeanne

Here's a variation on the recipe Jillsie posted:

* Exported from MasterCook Mac *

Barfburgers

Recipe By : posted to rec.food.cooking again by Barb Schaller 9-8-05
Serving Size : 24 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Appetizers/Nibblers

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
1 pound ground beef
1 pound Jimmy Dean bulk pork sausage
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1 pound Velveeta cheese -- cubed
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 to 1-1/2 loaves party rye bread

Cook meats and green pepper; drain and add Velveeta slowly. Add rest of
ingredients. Spread on party rye bread slices and heat in oven 10-15
minutes or broil (till bubbly) when ready to serve. Makes enough for
about 1-1/2 loaves of party rye bread.

These can be prepared and frozen on trays or in bags until ready to heat.

As disgusting as the name is, they taste good.

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
--
-Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> Several notes since 8/18/05,
including the Blue Ribbon Brownie Recipe and a sad note added
this evening, 8/27/05.

Melba's Jammin' wrote:

>
> Here's a variation on the recipe Jillsie posted:
>
> * Exported from MasterCook Mac *
>
> Barfburgers



Such a charming name!

:-(

gloria p

"Jeanne Burton" wrote
> My daughter is having a baby shower on Sunday. I just got told today
> that I'm making most if not all of the food for it...
> This is complicated by the fact that at the same time as her shower,
> her husband is having a surprise "diaper shower" at another location.
> (We do diaper showers for men...everyone brings a package of diapers,
> any size, and they guys eat stuff and drink beer. They're spared the
> "traditional" shower games. The guys seem to LOVE this, and you can
> always use diapers)
> There should be about 40 or so people at each shower, and I'd like to
> keep the bulk of the food the same, for ease of prep. I'm assuming
> food for 100.
>
> So far I've come up with:
>
> Burgers for women/meatballs in a sauce that does NOT include grape
> jelly or chili sauce for the women <G>
>
> Fruit salad (which I've been informed will be served in a carved
> watermelon that looks like a baby carriage for the girls, not
> necessary for the guys)
>
> Devilled eggs
>
> Veggie tray with a couple of dips
>
> We're doing mostly appetizer-type stuff and I need 2 or 3 more
> ideas...I came up with a great pasta/shrimp salad I have made, but
> they told me that didn't sound "right". Nor did any other salad-like
> thing I came up with except for the fruit salad..
>
> I'm not responsible for cake or punch. I will have some access to a
> kitchen on-site for the women, but not for the men, and I won't BE
> where the men are, so everything has to be in "slap it on the table
> and let them devour it" condition.
>
> Any ideas? Particularly for things I can make tomorrow night/friday
> night that will keep well...money is a consideration too, as I don't
> have much <G>
>
> Jeanne

Stratas would work. They're usually served hot for a meal (most often
breakfast), but many of them are quite tasty at room temperature, cut in
much smaller serving pieces, as appetizers. Here are a couple recipes you
might consider. --- Pam

CHILI CORN STRATA

10 slices sourdough bread, cut into 1-in. cubes

3 - 4 c. shredded cheddar cheese

1 large can (8 oz) dices green chilies (usually in 4-oz cans)

1 can (17 oz) whole kernel corn (I used 15.?-oz can; couldn't find 17-oz
can)

1/4 c. diced red pepper

1/4 c. diced green pepper

1/4 c. diced onion

5 eggs, beaten

3 c. milk (nonfat fine)

Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste

Layer in 9- x 13-in. pan, half of bread cubes, cheese, chilies, corn,
pepper, and onion. Repeat layers. Beat together eggs, milk, and seasoning
and pour over layers. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate several hours
or overnight. Bake uncovered in preheated 375° oven for about 45 minutes,
until top is golden and center is set. Let cool 5 minutes. 8 servings

MUSHROOM-SOURDOUGH STRATA (rec.food.cooking 11/4/96 - James Harvey Source:
The Maine Stay Inn and Cottages)

Ingredients:

1 8oz can mushrooms

1 8oz package shredded cheddar cheese

1 pound of maple flavored sausage

1 loaf of sourdough bread

1 can cream of mushroom soup

4 eggs

1 1/2 cups of milk

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 9x13 pan with Pam. Cube and cook
sausage(drain and set aside). Cube sourdough bread and spread in pan. Drain
mushrooms and spread over bread. Spread sausage, spread shredded cheddar
cheese. Beat eggs. Mix cream of mushroom soup and eggs on high. Add milk and
mix. Pour mixture over cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Uncover and
bake at 350 degrees for 1 + hours. Cut into 8-12 squares and serve.

Note: may be made without sausage.

BRUNCH EGG CASSEROLE

1 pint cottage cheese

1 lb. shredded Monterey jack cheese

1/2 cup butter, melted

10 large eggs, beaten

1/2 cup flour

1 tsp. baking powder

1 4-oz. can chopped green chiles

dash salt

Heat oven to 400. Combine cottage cheese, shredded cheese, melted butter,
beaten eggs and green chilis; then add dry ingredients and mix. Spread
mixture evenly in a 9x13" greased baking dish and bake at for 15 minutes.
Reduce heat to 350 and continue baking for 35-40 minutes.

One time on Usenet, "Chris" > said:
> "S'mee in WA" > wrote in message
> ...
> >
> > Here's a good crockpot recipe for teriyaki wings (I get great reviews
> > when I bring this to potlucks):
> >
> > Teriyaki Sauce (Jani -RFC)
> >
> ....etc. ....recipe snipped...
>
> Looks like a great recipe to me, Jani! For the men, here's a little
> snack that my mom makes for male get-togethers. She says men love 'em.
> You take a slice of salami, spread on some cream cheese, roll up, secure
> w/ two toothpicks, and cut in half. Repeat a bunch of times. Pretty
> easy.

Y'know, this is one of those items that, after reading the
description, you wonder "why didn't I think of that?". I'll
definitely give it a try... :-)

--
Jani in WA (S'mee)
~ mom, VidGamer, novice cook, dieter ~

In article
>,
wrote:

> Melba's Jammin' wrote:
>
> >
> > Here's a variation on the recipe Jillsie posted:
> >
> > * Exported from MasterCook Mac *
> >
> > Barfburgers
>
>
>
> Such a charming name!
>
> :-(
>
> gloria p

No kidding. But I gotta tell you that's pretty much what it looks like
when it's all mixed up. Barf.
--
-Barb, <http://www.jamlady.eboard.com> Several notes since 8/18/05,
including the Blue Ribbon Brownie Recipe and a sad note added
this evening, 8/27/05.

Melba's Jammin' wrote:
> In article
> >,
> wrote:
>
>> Melba's Jammin' wrote:
>>
>>>
>>> Here's a variation on the recipe Jillsie posted:
>>>
>>> * Exported from MasterCook Mac *
>>>
>>> Barfburgers
>>
>>
>>
>> Such a charming name!
>>
>> :-(
>>
>> gloria p
>
> No kidding. But I gotta tell you that's pretty much what it looks
> like when it's all mixed up. Barf.

LOL I had a chef, Luis LaBarca (seriously, I have one of his chefs coats -
someone barfed on my dress at the party) tell me he loved them! He demanded
the "recipe". The first time I had them, Vicki Cloutier (OMG, she moved to
Houma, Louisiana! Hope she's okay) made them with bleu cheese and it was a
bit overwhelming.

Jill

Jeanne Burton wrote:
> My daughter is having a baby shower on Sunday.

Another idea, maybe already mentioned. This would work best for the "guys"
I think

Seasoned Oyster Crackers

1/2 c. canola or corn oil
1 pkg. dry Ranch dressing mix
2 tsp. dried dill weed
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 large package (1 lb) Oyster Crackers

Mix the first 4 ingredients together well. Pour over the crackers and stir
to mix well. Refrigerate in a covered container or zip-lock bags.

NOTE: I know some people like to lightly toast this mixture; this recipe
doesn't require it. The crackers aren't greasy.

"jmcquown" > said:

> Seasoned Oyster Crackers
>
> 1/2 c. canola or corn oil
> 1 pkg. dry Ranch dressing mix
> 2 tsp. dried dill weed
> 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
> 1 large package (1 lb) Oyster Crackers
>
> Mix the first 4 ingredients together well. Pour over the crackers and stir
> to mix well. Refrigerate in a covered container or zip-lock bags.
>
> NOTE: I know some people like to lightly toast this mixture; this recipe
> doesn't require it. The crackers aren't greasy.

THANK YOU, JILL!! I had this recipe eons ago, and lost it somewhere along
the line. Those crackers are sooooo good! And so addictive!

Carol
--
http://www.manilowfund.com/

"You Deserve a Break Today" by Barry Manilow

Damsel in dis Dress wrote:
> "jmcquown" > said:
>
>> Seasoned Oyster Crackers
>>
>> 1/2 c. canola or corn oil
>> 1 pkg. dry Ranch dressing mix
>> 2 tsp. dried dill weed
>> 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
>> 1 large package (1 lb) Oyster Crackers
>>
>> Mix the first 4 ingredients together well. Pour over the crackers
>> and stir to mix well. Refrigerate in a covered container or
>> zip-lock bags.
>>
>> NOTE: I know some people like to lightly toast this mixture; this
>> recipe doesn't require it. The crackers aren't greasy.
>
> THANK YOU, JILL!! I had this recipe eons ago, and lost it somewhere
> along the line. Those crackers are sooooo good! And so addictive!
>
> Carol

You're welcome! Nice easy snack, too. Everyone loves 'em

Jill

Thank you all so much!! I have gotten some good ideas, both here and
in email...I am definitely going to do a cheese/summer sausage tray,
possibly with a cheeseball in the middle, with crackers and such, and
I'm going to add the salami/cream cheese rollup things. Thinking hard
about wings too...and I just found a 5 lb bag of shrimp in the
basement freezer...24 count, so those could be skewered for the "boys"
to grill with their burgers, so I don't have to do anything with them
except thaw 'em! (I don't like seafood...must have been bought by the
sister I share the house with, but I'm commandeering them!)

Y'all are right...it IS short notice. I think my sister thought she
could handle everything, but she had some unexpected crises in her
life, and won't be able to do much cooking. I have been known to
whip up dinner for 20 on boiled dishrag and noodles in 15 minutes, and
she knows my work schedule, so she knows I can do it...this is
"normal" for my family...at least as normal as my family gets! <G>
And I'm the "cook". My sister is the "quilter", other sister is the
"shopper". We all have our talents!

Anyway, he IS my grandson...and I can't wait for him to get here. And
this is the only one of 5 showers my daughter's being thrown that I
have to do ANYTHING for...so no biggie. It'll get done..and y'all
have saved the day!

Jeanne

What are oyster crackers?

Liz
"jmcquown" > wrote in message
...
> Jeanne Burton wrote:
>> My daughter is having a baby shower on Sunday.
>
> Another idea, maybe already mentioned. This would work best for the
> "guys"
> I think
>
> Seasoned Oyster Crackers
>
> 1/2 c. canola or corn oil
> 1 pkg. dry Ranch dressing mix
> 2 tsp. dried dill weed
> 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
> 1 large package (1 lb) Oyster Crackers
>
> Mix the first 4 ingredients together well. Pour over the crackers and
> stir
> to mix well. Refrigerate in a covered container or zip-lock bags.
>
> NOTE: I know some people like to lightly toast this mixture; this recipe
> doesn't require it. The crackers aren't greasy.
>
>

Staycalm said:

> What are oyster crackers?

A 6-sided white/browned cracker not much bigger than an m & m.
You might remember getting a small package of them (maybe 15 or
so?) with soup at some restaurants.



--
So if you meet me, have some courtesy,
have some sympathy, and some taste.
Use all your well-learned politesse,
or I'll lay your soul to waste.

Staycalm wrote:
> What are oyster crackers?
>
> Liz

They are very small round puffy saltine crackers designed for floating in
soup.

Jill

> "jmcquown" > wrote in message
> ...
>> Jeanne Burton wrote:
>>> My daughter is having a baby shower on Sunday.
>>
>> Another idea, maybe already mentioned. This would work best for the
>> "guys"
>> I think
>>
>> Seasoned Oyster Crackers
>>
>> 1/2 c. canola or corn oil
>> 1 pkg. dry Ranch dressing mix
>> 2 tsp. dried dill weed
>> 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
>> 1 large package (1 lb) Oyster Crackers
>>
>> Mix the first 4 ingredients together well. Pour over the crackers
>> and stir
>> to mix well. Refrigerate in a covered container or zip-lock bags.
>>
>> NOTE: I know some people like to lightly toast this mixture; this
>> recipe doesn't require it. The crackers aren't greasy.

"Jeanne Burton" > wrote in message
...
> My daughter is having a baby shower on Sunday. I just got told today
> that I'm making most if not all of the food for it...
> This is complicated by the fact that at the same time as her shower,
> her husband is having a surprise "diaper shower" at another location.
> (We do diaper showers for men...everyone brings a package of diapers,
> any size, and they guys eat stuff and drink beer. They're spared the
> "traditional" shower games. The guys seem to LOVE this, and you can
> always use diapers)
> There should be about 40 or so people at each shower, and I'd like to
> keep the bulk of the food the same, for ease of prep. I'm assuming
> food for 100.
>
> So far I've come up with:
>
> Burgers for women/meatballs in a sauce that does NOT include grape
> jelly or chili sauce for the women <G>
>
> Fruit salad (which I've been informed will be served in a carved
> watermelon that looks like a baby carriage for the girls, not
> necessary for the guys)
>
> Devilled eggs
>
> Veggie tray with a couple of dips
>
> We're doing mostly appetizer-type stuff and I need 2 or 3 more
> ideas...I came up with a great pasta/shrimp salad I have made, but
> they told me that didn't sound "right". Nor did any other salad-like
> thing I came up with except for the fruit salad..
>
> I'm not responsible for cake or punch. I will have some access to a
> kitchen on-site for the women, but not for the men, and I won't BE
> where the men are, so everything has to be in "slap it on the table
> and let them devour it" condition.
>
> Any ideas? Particularly for things I can make tomorrow night/friday
> night that will keep well...money is a consideration too, as I don't
> have much <G>
>
> Jeanne

Yep - make a big crock pot of cheese sauce (nacho style) if you're not handy
with sauces then use the Velveeta & Rotel zapped mixture - have plenty of chips
and extra condiments - let the people make their own nacho dishes. Keep it as
plain or as complicated as you want:

Optional

Mild salsa
Hot Salsa
Sliced Olives
Ground beef and/or chorizo
pickled jalapeños
Sour Cream
Refried beans
Ranch Beans
Chopped tomato


Etc.

Beer? Mexican.

Dimitri

"Gourmet" pizzas/flatbreads - cut into small squares. Use either the
premade pizza shells or throw together a quick yeast dough in the food
processor. I've served squares of artichoke pizza (make the artichoke
dip with drained canned artichoke hearts, mayo, and parmesan and spread
it on the crust; sprinkle with more parmesan and bake) as an appetizer.
Or top the crust with carmelized onions, roasted peppers, spinach and
a little blue cheese and bake it. Or any pizza ideas you have...Heck,
you could even doctor up frozen pizzas if they're on sale.

Melissa

Staycalm wrote:
> What are oyster crackers?

---> http://www.foodtimeline.org/foodcookies.html#oyster

Then there are Oysterettes... Sexagonal saltines.

---> http://www.detnews.com/2005/eatsdrin...C08-164368.htm

Sheldon

jmcquown wrote:
> Staycalm wrote:
> > What are oyster crackers?
> >
> > Liz
>
> They are very small round puffy saltine crackers designed for floating in
> soup.

Those small ones are oysteretes... oyster crackers are about a two inch
diameter.

Sheldon

Sheldon wrote:
> jmcquown wrote:
>> Staycalm wrote:
>>> What are oyster crackers?
>>>
>>> Liz
>>
>> They are very small round puffy saltine crackers designed for
>> floating in soup.
>
> Those small ones are oysteretes... oyster crackers are about a two
> inch diameter.
>
> Sheldon

Okay. I've never seen anything other than oysterettes, then, and the
package calls them oyster "soup and stew" crackers.

Jill

Staycalm wrote on 09 Sep 2005 in rec.food.cooking

> What are oyster crackers?
>

http://www.dutchvalleyfoods.com/food...ges/485350.jpg

this is a picture

--
The eyes are the mirrors....
But the ears...Ah the ears.
The ears keep the hat up.