Last week we hosted our first dinner party at the new house. It was soooo nice to be able to have our friends over for a casual meal in the middle of the week. We've been accustomed to only being able to get together for dinner with our close friends after a plane ride, so it was great to be able to send out a text and say - "Wanna come over for dinner tonight? Casual... I'm thinking soup."
I do try to be pretty organized and prepared so that I can be relaxed, just as I want our friends to feel. I set out everything we'll need on a little table in my kitchen - bowls, spoons, napkins, water glasses, etc., so I'm not searching (or cleaning an extra spoon...) at the last minute.
I like to keep it really casual...
help yourself to some wine...
a big platter of cheese and things to snack on...
a big pot of soup on the stove...
lots of crusty bread...
...and a comforting Apple & Cranberry Crisp for dessert.
...with vanilla ice cream, of course.
Everyone said it was the perfect Fall meal - I'd have to agree. Stay tuned this week for the recipes :
Italian Beef & Vegetable Stew
Cranberry & Apple Crisp Recipe (updated!)
Beautiful cozy photos! Looking forward to seeing the recipes.
ReplyDeleteYum! Is your apple crisp recipe listed on your site?
ReplyDeleteYum!! I must have the recipes..the soup and dessert look heavenly. Please share.....
ReplyDeleteLooks so good Jenny! I bet it was fun to host a dinner party in your new home! I LOVE that pot, and the soup looks delicious! The apple crisp looks wonderful too!! :)
ReplyDeleteIt all looks delicious!! Looking forward to trying the recipes (especially the soup - I love soup!)
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for the recipes!!! Of course I am going to weigh 500lbs from visiting your blog so often!!! ;)
ReplyDeleteSuch a great post on casual entertaining. I think weeknight dinners are sometimes the most fun! No pressure, just getting together with good friends and gives you something to look forward to mid-week! :)Rachel
ReplyDeleteYummy! I wish I could have been there too.
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