Help me plan a NYE menu

[underwaterrhymes]

pagas
@stpete

There will be four adults, two 7-year olds, a 3-year old, and a 9-month old.

No nuts due to nut allergy.

I've never planned a dinner party for adults and children at the same time.

[underwaterrhymes]

Parents are adventurous.

Kids are less so.

That seafood lasagna sounds AMAZING.

[penelope]

Seafood lasagna does sound amazing, but I don't see two 7 years olds eating it. At least I know my kids wouldn't have at that age. Shit, my 13 year old would still pick at it, and he has gotten much more open about food.

I would go with something a little more basic. Maybe pork tenderloins with seasoned baby red potatoes and a veggie, with soup or salad?? I say this only because of the kids. Otherwise, make sure you have something simple just for them.

[MWOS]

just take every food and add goat cheese. walla. omg goat cheese

[underwaterrhymes]

Dec 13, 2013 8:38:58 GMT -5 penelope said:

Seafood lasagna does sound amazing, but I don't see two 7 years olds eating it. At least I know my kids wouldn't have at that age. Shit, my 13 year old would still pick at it, and he has gotten much more open about food.

I would go with something a little more basic. Maybe pork tenderloins with seasoned baby red potatoes and a veggie, with soup or salad?? I say this only because of the kids. Otherwise, make sure you have something simple just for them.

I won't cook pork or beef, but I could see doing a roast chicken, maybe.

I also was thinking that maybe potato soup with a grilled cheese bar might be fun. (Choose your own cheese and toppings made to order.)

[ErinExpat]

Dec 13, 2013 9:10:26 GMT -5 underwaterrhymes said:

Dec 13, 2013 8:38:58 GMT -5 penelope said:

Seafood lasagna does sound amazing, but I don't see two 7 years olds eating it. At least I know my kids wouldn't have at that age. Shit, my 13 year old would still pick at it, and he has gotten much more open about food.

I would go with something a little more basic. Maybe pork tenderloins with seasoned baby red potatoes and a veggie, with soup or salad?? I say this only because of the kids. Otherwise, make sure you have something simple just for them.

I won't cook pork or beef, but I could see doing a roast chicken, maybe.

I also was thinking that maybe potato soup with a grilled cheese bar might be fun. (Choose your own cheese and toppings made to order.)

This, but with tomato soup,

[ErinExpat]

Pagas beat me to it.

[underwaterrhymes]

Okay, so what about appetizers?

And DRINKS. The guys will drink beer, but I want a fun cocktail.

[MWOS]

Dec 13, 2013 9:20:38 GMT -5 underwaterrhymes said:

Okay, so what about appetizers?

And DRINKS. The guys will drink beer, but I want a fun cocktail.

goat cheese stuffed dates

pecan crusted goat cheese

caramelized onion, bacon and goat cheese crostini

I can go on

[underwaterrhymes]

Dec 13, 2013 10:07:41 GMT -5 MWOS said:

Dec 13, 2013 9:20:38 GMT -5 underwaterrhymes said:

Okay, so what about appetizers?

And DRINKS. The guys will drink beer, but I want a fun cocktail.

goat cheese stuffed dates

pecan crusted goat cheese

caramelized onion, bacon and goat cheese crostini

I can go on

LOL.

So, goat cheese?

[alzi]

YES! Fancy bread, fun cheeses, grilled cheese bar. Tomato soup. What time should I be there?

[MWOS]

ALL CHEESE ALL THE TIME

:twirls:

[jane6672]

Dec 13, 2013 10:07:41 GMT -5 MWOS said:

Dec 13, 2013 9:20:38 GMT -5 underwaterrhymes said:

Okay, so what about appetizers?

And DRINKS. The guys will drink beer, but I want a fun cocktail.

goat cheese stuffed dates

pecan crusted goat cheese

caramelized onion, bacon and goat cheese crostini

I can go on

Don't forget goat cheese stuffed mushrooms.

Goat cheese w/ toast points.

Goat cheese and pepper jelly.

[underwaterrhymes]

Dec 13, 2013 10:16:13 GMT -5 pagas said:

I would avoid cheese as an appetizer since you are doing grilled cheese for the main. Maybe a roasted shrimp cocktail for the adults and chicken satay (is that kid friendly enough?)

Yes, I think this would work out great.


Toppings for grilled cheese?

BREAD
- Ciabatta
- Italian
- White bread (kid friendly)

CHEESE
- Swiss
- Cheddar
- Brie
- Gruyere
- GOAT CHEESE

OTHER
- Tomato
- Basil
- Caramelized onions
- Bacon
- Apples
- Avocado
- Mustard

What else??

[MWOS]

tapenade, pesto, fig jam

[penelope]

A grilled cheese bar sounds great! My kids would love it and the adults would enjoy the possible variations as well.

[alzi]

Pesto.

I know what I'm making for New Years dinner!!

[underwaterrhymes]

Okay, awesome! Thanks guys!

[Deleted]

Dec 13, 2013 8:20:32 GMT -5 pagas said:

How adventurous are the eaters? How fancy do you want to get?

My instinct is to go with some sort of pasta, since that is usually kid friendly.  Maybe a seafood or short rib lasagna, big salad and fat bread with something chocolate for dessert, like a chocolate mousse cake.

That seafood lasagna looks amazing!!

[underwaterrhymes]

Dec 13, 2013 11:07:53 GMT -5 @t2j said:

Dec 13, 2013 8:20:32 GMT -5 pagas said:

How adventurous are the eaters? How fancy do you want to get?

My instinct is to go with some sort of pasta, since that is usually kid friendly.  Maybe a seafood or short rib lasagna, big salad and fat bread with something chocolate for dessert, like a chocolate mousse cake.

That seafood lasagna looks amazing!!

I know, right? I think I'm going to make it this week.

[underwaterrhymes]

Dec 13, 2013 12:05:08 GMT -5 kevin arnold said:

Dec 13, 2013 10:27:29 GMT -5 underwaterrhymes said:

Yes, I think this would work out great.



What else??

This thread has some great ideas!

pandce.proboards.com/thread/251679/grilled-cheese-bar-suggestions-needed

Yay! Thank you!