In 2004, when I was an independent distributor for A Sandy Clough Tea, Sandy came out with a red tartan plaid teaset called "Merry Christmas." It sets a beautiful table, and I love using it during the month of December. Following are photos of a Christmas tea party that I hosted for two of my girlfriends.
I tied a teapot charm to the handle of the teacup as a favor for them to take home.
I made basic cream scones, and individual fruit and cheese "bouquets" in red ramekins.
"Zuppa Stracciatella" [Italian Egg-drop Soup]
2 cups chicken broth [homemade is best]
8 oz. frozen chopped spinach
1/3 cup acini di pepe [tiny pasta]
1 egg
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh black pepper
Cook spinach separately according to directions and drain.
Cook pasta separately according to directions and drain.
In a small bowl, lightly beat egg, cheese, basil, salt and pepper.
Heat broth to boiling and add egg mixture slowly, wisking to incorporate.
Add spinach and serve with croutons or a slice of crusty Italian garlic bread.
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Main Entree was a Hot Chicken Salad in Pastry Cups
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Main Entree was a Hot Chicken Salad in Pastry Cups
Dessert was Individual Chocolate Bundt Cakes
[L-R: Me, Sandy and Lori]
It'll soon be time to unpack these dishes for the 2012 holidays!
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Today I'm linking to Rose Chintz Cottage for Tea Time Tuesday
and
Antiques and Teacups for Tuesday Cuppa Tea
Today I'm linking to Rose Chintz Cottage for Tea Time Tuesday
and
Antiques and Teacups for Tuesday Cuppa Tea
