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Hot Malted Cocoa #OurFamilyTable

Posted on January 6, 2019 by Cindy Kerschner

Hot Malted Cocoa has a taste all it’s own. Smooth and creamy with a slightly nutty flavor. Part of our Drinks to Warm You Up from #OurFamilyTable !

Thank you Ellen from Family Around the Table for hosting our event!

Malt is one of those acquired tastes you hear about. I grew up on malted milk balls and dusty road sundaes.
I never know malt was a by-product of brewing beer. Maybe that’s why I prefer beer? 🙂

I like to add 2 teaspoons of malted milk powder, 1 teaspoon chocolate syrup and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla to 6 ounces of milk. Heat and serve.
Don’t forget the marshmallows!

Hot Malted Cocoa

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Malted Hot Cocoa

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Yield: 1 serving

Serving Size: 1 each

Malted Hot Cocoa

Ingredients

2 teaspoons of malted milk powder
1 teaspoon chocolate syrup
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
6 ounces of milk

Instructions

Add malted milk powder, chocolate syrup, vanilla and milk to a small saucepan. Heat and serve.

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Enjoy these great drink ideas to warm you up from Around Our Family Table!

Homemade Vanilla Syrup and Caramel Macchiato by Amy’s Cooking Adventures
Dark Chocolate Orange Hot Cocoa by A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
Hot Chocolate Eggnog by A Day in the Life on the Farm
Hot Malted Cocoa by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
Original Irish Coffee by Family Around the Table
Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate by Palatable Pastime
Red Velvet Hot Cocoa by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
Spiced Caramel Apple Cider by Sweet Beginnings
Wassail and the Tradition of Toasting by Culinary Adventures with Camilla

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Oatmeal Cookie Latte

Posted on January 4, 2019 by Cindy Kerschner

Oatmeal Cookie Latte brings the taste of an oatmeal cookie to a warm, smooth latte. Part of Festive Foodies Winter Warm Up Drinks series.

You already know my weakness is cookies. I never met a cookie I didn’t like. True that I do like some better than others. We all play favorites sometimes!
Yes I’m one of those people who can’t eat just one. My guy has the willpower to, not me.
Cookies and coffee are my combo of choice. Any cookie goes with coffee, right?

With that in mind, I thought why not make a coffee drink with the essence of a cookie?

A few drops of vanilla and a pinch cinnamon are a good start. I laced the rim with a buttery oatmeal crumb, just for fun!

Oatmeal Cookie Latte

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Oatmeal Cookie Latte

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Yield: 1 serving

Serving Size: 1 cup

Oatmeal Cookie Latte

Ingredients

6 ounces milk
1 shot espresso or 2 ounces brewed coffee
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
pinch of cinnamon

oatmeal topping

1/4 cup rolled oats
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon corn syrup for rim
cinnamon stick (optional)

Instructions

topping

Heat butter, sugar and oats in a small pan over low heat. Cook until oats soften, about 2 to 3 minutes. Cool slightly.

drink

Prepare heat resistant glass or cup. Dip rim in corn syrup.Roll in oat mixture.
Heat milk and coffee to 160 degrees. Stir in vanilla and cinnamon. Pour into prepare cup or glass.
Garnish with cinnamon stick if desired.

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Our Winter Warm-Up Drink Series is happening every Friday from January 4th through February 8th. You’ll find delicious takes on favorites like lattes, cocoa, steamers and smoothies. We will also share some new twists cocktails and mocktails.
Thank you Ellen from Family Around the Table for hosting our event!

Enjoy these fun winter drink ideas from Festive Foodies!

Cinnamon Spice Hot Toddy by Books n’ Cooks
Dirty Earl Grey Latte by The Baking Fairy
Earl Grey Hot Toddy by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
Hot Ginger Coffee by Jolene’s Recipe Journal
Oatmeal Cookie Latte by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
Ultimate Hot Chocolate by Family Around the Table

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6 Appetizers for Seafood Lovers that Won’t Break Your Budget

Posted on December 28, 2018 by Cindy Kerschner

Ever notice the seafood is the first appetizers to go at any party?
I recently helped cater a Christmas party that couldn’t keep the bacon wrapped scallops flowing fast enough.
Why is that? Do a majority of people avoid making seafood at home for one reason or another?
Certain seafood can run up the party bill rather quickly. That shouldn’t deter you from serving seafood at your special get-together.
Seafood can be an inexpensive item to offer if you know a few tricks.

Buy your shrimp frozen when it’s on sale. Those 2 pound bags can go a long way.

Cut the protein with a tasty filler. I use potato flakes instead of breadcrumbs as a binder in my Shrimp Puffs.

Make a solo shrimp the star. Instead of just putting out a pile of peel-n-eat shrimp, kick your app up a notch.

Share the spotlight with a slice of beef. Beef and scallops pair wonderfully together.

Here’s a few ideas to get you started!

Spicy Shrimp Puffs
Spicy Shrimp Puffs turn 4 ingredients into a delicious party appetizer! Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Caesar Salad Stuffed Shrimp
Caesar Salad Stuffed Shrimp shares it’s flavor with the famous salad. Diced tomato, cucumber, olives and feta stacked atop a moist, tender shrimp. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan. Serve with a side of Caesar dressing for dipping.

Salmon Cakes with Anise Aioli
Mini Salmon Cakes with Anise Aioli serves bite-sized versions of salmon patties with slightly sweet fennel-garlic sauce. These fish patties pack maximum flavor into each bite.

Crab Louie Deviled Eggs
Crab Louie Deviled Eggs combine the great taste of Crab Louie with the popular egg appetizer. Creamy hot sauce dip compliments the rich, crab filled egg whites. A bit tangy, a bit spicy and oh so good!

Steak and Scallops Crostini
Garlic Lovers Steak and Scallops is a perfect surf and turf bite for holiday entertaining!

Spicy Crab Spread
Spicy Crab Spread. This spread blends juicy crab meat, cream cheese, jalapeño peppers, horseradish and more served on garlic crostini.

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Spicy Shrimp Puffs

Posted on December 26, 2018 by Cindy Kerschner

Spicy Shrimp Puffs turn 4 ingredients into a delicious party appetizer! Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

The year is coming to an end and a new one is just around the corner. Thanks Ellen from Family Around the Table for hosting our New Year’s Eve Appetizer Event!
Some of us will welcome in 2019 quietly. A couple of snacks, a drink and a midnight kiss or two.
Some will party hardy with family and friends into the wee hours of the morning.
How you choose to say goodbye to 2018 is up to you. My Shrimp Puffs will make the transition tastier! 😉
These little bites are made with only 4 ingredients. All you need to shrimp, potato flakes, seafood seasoning and bread crumbs.

You can make these shrimp puffs gluten free by substituting the bread crumbs for a gluten free variety.
Deep fry these appetizers for best results. I use vegetable oil and fry at 350 for 2 to 3 minutes until thoroughly cooked.
Serve with your favorite sauce. We like cocktail sauce. Tarter sauce, orange marmalade sauce, ranch or BBQ works just as well!

Food for Thought…What types of appetizers make your party table year after year? Classics like scallops in bacon or pigs in a blanket? Maybe pizza rolls or veggies and dip? I’d love to hear your party plans in a comment below!