Celebrate!

Alright! Christmas is over, the pressure is off - it is almost the New Year and it is time to party!!
Finger foods, appetizers, fizzy cocktails and anything that is fun, fun, fun! We want you to get down with your bad self and whip up some party fare!

Search through Giada's recipes, from her books or online, for something fun for your finger food party. Maybe some crostini, or dips, or Bellinis and antipasti! Anything that says party to you.

Make it and post it on or by January 2nd. Link up with Mr. Linky, below, and leave a comment so we don't miss any of your fabulous party creations!

In the meantime, we hope you had a fantabulous holiday, and that Santa was good to you. And that you have had a chance to check out the wonderful Potluck creations from last week!

Need more info on Mr. Linky or on how to participate in I Heart Cooking Clubs? Please refer to the Welcome Page for more information.

Remember, through to Aprilish we are cooking from Giada de Laurentiis's recipes. And remember to have an awesome New Year! Party on, dudes.

I Heart Cooking Clubs *Celebration* Participants

1. Michelle~ Bruschetta w/ Fontina and Greens 2. DebinHawaii--Toasted Cecchi, Almonds, & Pistachios w/ Apple Cider Shandies 3. Nico - Lemon Yogurt Cookies with Lemon Glaze

4. Couscous & Consciousness - Cranberry & Pomegranate Bellinis 5. Natashya - Savoury Cheesecake 6. Kim- Artichoke and Bean Bruschetta

7. Lana -Gorgonzola and Tomato Pizzette

Powered by... Mister Linky's Magical Widgets.

December Holiday Potluck!

Mark your calendars.  It's the last few days leading up to Christmas and it won't be long until Santa Claus comes to town!  Right now, Santa is very busy...........

 He's making his list.  He's checking it twice. He's gonna find out if you've been naughty or nice.  Which list will you be on?  Have you been naughty?  Have you been nice? 

Will your Holiday Potluck dish be a naughty, indulgent, satisfying, and glorious treat OR will it be nice, healthy, colorful, veggie-packed, feel-good food?  It's entirely up to you!  (hmm.....which would Santa chose?)

When potluck time rolls around each month, it's entirely your choice.  Any Giada De Laurentiis recipe is fair game this week.  Whether you're making a snack for Santa's hungry elves, planning a potluck dish for a holiday celebration, looking for a quick weeknight meal, or adding something more to your holiday table, there is a recipe for you.  

Happy Holidays to all our Friends at I Heart Cooking Clubs!

Please choose and post your Giada De Laurentiis Holiday Potluck dish by this Sunday, December 26th.  Don't forget to link your post with Mr. Linky below, so we can all enjoy your fabulous Holiday Potluck creation! Remember to leave a comment after, each week that you use Mr. Linky to link your post, just to be sure we don't miss anyone.

 
Not sure what a permalink is? Check out our Welcome post.

If you missed last week's theme What's on Your Cookie Plate? be sure to head on over and see all of cookies everyone brought!

Don't forget, we're cooking through the recipes of Giada De Laurentiis right now...so if you've linked up, be sure that you've used/adapted one of her recipes for your post!

We can't wait to see your HOLIDAY POTLUCK dish!

I Heart Cooking Clubs *December Holiday Potluck* Participants

1. Tina (Chicken Vesuvio) 2. Pam - Basil Pesto 3. Kim-Pot Roast, Polenta, and Sprouts 4. Joanne - Pappardelle with Smashed Peas, Sausage, and Ricotta

5. Michelle~ Lemon Risotto 6. DebinHawaii--Orecchiette w/ Toasted Bread Crumbs 7. Nico - Florentine Bars 8. Arlene-Struffoli

9. Almond Cornmeal Cake 10. Joanne - Spicy Parmesan Green Beans and Kale 11. Natashya - Side Car Martini

Powered by... Mister Linky's Magical Widgets.

What's On Your Cookie Plate?

Me Want Cookies! And candies, pastries, and other treats... It's the holiday season and time for a little indulgence.

What's on your cookie plate? What holiday treats are you making this year?

Yep, that's our theme and the big question here at I Heart Cooking Clubs this week... What's On Your Cookie Plate? What sweet Giada recipe will you be making?


Does your cookie plate hold biscotti, something filled with chocolate or perhaps dusted with powdered sugar or sprinkled with lemon zest?... ;-)

Maybe it's full of candy, wrapped in colorful paper and filled with nuts, or espresso...

Do you fancy cookies cut in holiday shapes? Or mini cakes and tarts?...

Or maybe you want to make something good to drink to enjoy with all the holiday goodies...



What's on Your Cookie Plate? is completely up to you... as long as it is a Giada De Laurentiis recipe of course!

So whether you are taking a plate caroling, going to a party or cookie exchange, leaving out a treat for Santa, or simply having a little snack with a cuppa, make and post What's on Your Cookie Plate? by this Sunday, December 19th.

Don't forget to link your post with Mr. Linky below, so we can all enjoy your fabulous Cookie Plate creation! Remember to leave a comment after, each week that you use Mr. Linky to link your post, just to be sure we don't miss anyone.

Not sure what a permalink is? Check out our Welcome post.

If you missed last week's theme Make It Simple--The Holiday Madness is Upon Us, be sure to head on over and see all of the quick & easy dishes everyone brought!

Don't forget, we're cooking through the recipes of Giada De Laurentiis right now...so if you've linked up, be sure that you've used/adapted one of her recipes for your post!

We can't wait to see What's On Your Cookie Plate?

I Heart Cooking Clubs *Giada--What's On Your Cookie Plate?* Participants

1. Kim-Apricot and Nut Cookies with Amaretto Ici 2. Joanna - Lemon Ricotta Cookies 3. Tina Marie - drunken chocolate chip

4. girlichef~ Cranberry, Pepita, & Almond Cookies 5. DebinHawaii--Lemon Ricotta Cookies w/ Lemon Glaze 6. Natashya - Almond and Lemon Biscotti

7. Apricot Almond Cookies 8. Mary w/ Apricot & Nut Cookie

Powered by... Mister Linky's Magical Widgets.

Make it Simple--The Holiday Madness is Upon Us!

With all that's going on around you this holiday season, are you feeling a bit frazzled?

Feeling stuck?  Like you don't know which way to turn?

Wishing you could just kick back and relax for a moment?

Don't ignore the signs that your brain is sending you!

Head into the kitchen, clear your head...

...take stock of what's left to do on your list...

Open up a cookbook (or a browser) and find something quick & simple from Giada to refuel your body and your spirit!

Take it from someone who knows how to relax and Make it Simple this week- the Holiday Madness is Upon Us!  Make it Quick!  Make it Easy!  Just get through it one bite at a time...

Make and post your Quick & Easy recipe to get you through the Holiday Madness by Sunday, December 12th. Don't forget to link your post of the week's with Mr. Linky below, so we can all enjoy your fabulous creation! Remember to leave a comment after, each week that you use Mr. Linky to link your post, just to be sure we don't miss anyone.

Not sure what a permalink is? Check out our Welcome post.

If you missed the Comfort Food theme last week, be sure to head on over and see all of the delicious dishes everyone brought!  Don't forget, we're cooking through the recipes of Giada De Laurentiis right now...so if you've linked up, be sure that you've used/adapted one of her recipes for your post!

I Heart Cooking Clubs *Holiday Madness- Make it Simple* Participants

1. Tina - Mozzarella Pinwheels 2. Arlene 3. Michelle- Shrimp Fra Diavolo

4. DebinHawaii--Brown Brown Butter Sauce with Mushroom Ravioli 5. Natashya - White Bean Dip with Ciabatta Crisps 6. Joanna-Oven Fried Garlic Onion Chicken and Honey Mustard Sauce

7. Kim- Mozzarella, Strawberry, and Brown Sugar Panini 8. Natashya - Farfalle with Creamy Mushroom Gorgonzola Sauce 9. Italian Mashed Potatoes

Powered by... Mister Linky's Magical Widgets.