Cooking Tips And Techniques Christmas Open House Menu Christmas Open Use a mild cream cheese base to make two different versions: a fresh goat cheese blend is rolled in chopped parsley and chives, while a creamy blue cheese, like maytag blue from iowa, is covered in crunchy, golden breadcrumbs. both can be made two days ahead. they are perfect for spreading on your favorite crackers. Combine the first 4 ingredients in a large dutch oven; cook over medium heat until thoroughly heated. place chocolate morsels in a medium bowl. microwave at high, uncovered, 1 minute 30 seconds; stir until smooth. gradually add 1 cup hot milk mixture to melted chocolate, stirring with a wire whisk until smooth.
How To Host The Best Holiday Open House The Well Seasoned Mom Crispy and baked toasted ravioli. ham and cheese pinwheels are another delicious and filling appetizer that are great to serve at your holiday party. cranberry pistachio cheeseball. just like the brie bites, cranberry and pecans go hand in hand with these goat cheese balls. ricotta and prosciutto cracker appetizer. Set the day and time: usually an open house takes place on the weekend and lasts about 4 hours. also include a definite ending time. the idea is for people to come and go to sort of spread out the guest list over several hours, thus avoiding overcrowding and giving the host hostess more opportunity to visit with more of their guests. Hash brown broccoli bake. here's a perfect dish for a potluck or holiday buffet. it goes well with fish, poultry, pork or beef. cheddar cheese can be substituted for swiss. often, i double the recipe to serve a crowd. —jeanette volker, walton, nebraska. Classic eggnog. mulled cider x 4. planning ahead is the key to success. some of the food can be prepared in advance. other menu items need to be fixed at the last minute: make the lasagna and piecrust up to a month ahead and freeze. one week ahead, make the pear sauce. four to five days ahead, make the cheese ball.
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