I am happy to report that my infused vodka came out wonderfully! I used the cherry/vanilla/ginger with a tiny splash of Frangelico in a chocolate shot glass. I think next time I'll put one of the vodka-soaked cherries in the bottom of cup, but everyone seemed to enjoy it. I regret not taking pictures of the finished product..... but let's just say that it was not my first drink of the evening and leave it at that.
I love Valentine's Day! I think it's sweet and I adore all the tickey-tackey pink and red and sparkly decor. I'm also into the chocolate aspect of the day LADIES AMIRIGHT
This morning I made special Valentimes pancakes for the fam.
Here's my pancake recipe; 1) purchase Krusteaze instant pancake mix 2) follow package directions 3) add a bunch of pink food coloring left over from your kid's birthday cupcakes. The end.
Not pictured: Berry Compote
The compote is very simple. I almost always use frozen fruit - it's easy and I usually have it in the house already. This should make enough for four people.
Quick Berry Compote
2 c frozen berries
1 T sugar
1/2 c juice or water, divided
1 T cornstarch
Place berries, sugar, and 1/4 c. liquid in a small saucepan on medium heat. Simmer until berries are heated through. Whisk cornstarch in to remaining 1/4 c liquid to make a slurry. Gently stir slurry into hot berry mixture. Keep stirring for about a minute until compote has thickened. Remove from heat and serve.
This is not a traditional compote by far, but it's a fast fix and right tasty. Top with whipped cream, or sour cream with a little lemon zest.
I am not cooking anything else today because we have been invited to an eight course dinner party with full wine pairings (!) and I am saving my appetite. Did I mention how much I love my friends?
2 comments:
Love the AmIRight comment. And the recipe for pancakes. I made cherry muffins for the fam this glorious a.m. Paired them with those gigantic Hershey's Kisses and my kids were in heaven. Well, they were on the kitchen floor with their unwrapped kisses (also on the floor) eating them as if they were small woodland creatures - sans hands. Goblins.
Hahaha your boys are such cute little weirdos.
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