Guest guest Posted January 14, 2008 Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 On 1/13/08, Pineapple <cluttjohann wrote: > > As I have said multiple times, I am graduating in May - Congratulations! (Even if I've said it before, one can never have too many congratulations for a hard job well done!) > Anyway, want to do finger food stuff - and of course, want to go full > vegan. So gonna start collecting easy, good recipes / ideas - anyone > got any ideas? Celery sticks filled with " cheeze " (either commercially produced if you want to save time or home made with nutritional yeast if you want to save money) mini-English muffins topped with marinara and various pizza toppings, put under the broiler to toast. Baked tortilla chips with dips: bean dip hummus dip guacamole Or here's an idea I've just been introduced to but haven't tried yet. (Thus, this doesn't count as a " tried-and-true " ) I love the idea, though! It makes me want to throw a party, just thinking about it: (This is from vegancoach.com ) The Vegan Mashed Potato Martini Bar " The Mashed Potato Martini Bar hails from California, where it's become a very hot trend at special functions such as weddings. But you certainly don't have to wait until a wedding to bring this fabulous hands-on experience to your guests. " Here's how it works: Make a big ol' batch of mashed potatoes (which you'll keep warm in a chafing dish or on a warming tray), providing a small " ice cream " or " cookie dough " scoop for the potatoes. Then, use LARGE martini glasses for the condiments, and smaller martini glasses for each guest to use. Provide small spoons and forks for the condiments. Encourage guests to have small servings and return often to create a new masterpiece. First step: Make the Mashed Potatoes. You can count on using one medium-large golden potato per guest, so be sure to size the recipe according to the number of guests in attendance. Keep in mind some will eat more than others, so they should balance each other out. You can make the mashed potatoes ahead of time and simply reheat just before the function. Sassy's Fabulously Easy Vegan Mashed Potatoes 4 large golden potatoes, scrubbed and quartered Water, to cover 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1-2 cloves garlic, pressed (optional) Add to taste: Non-dairy milk (I like plain oat milk) Bragg's Liquid Aminos, or other soy sauce Earth Balance, or other non-dairy butter Nutritional yeast Garlic powder Onion powder 1. Place potatoes in a large soup pot and cover with water. Add the salt. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until tender, about 20-30 minutes. Drain and return to pot. 2. Mash to desired consistency, adding garlic and remaining ingredients to taste. Serves: 4 The 2nd step: Prepare the condiments. The condiments are only limited to your imagination. Here are some ideas to get you started: Dairy-Free Sour Cream Chopped Scallions Sauteed Wild Mushrooms Green Olives (pitted, with or without pimentos) Black Olives (pitted) Kalamata Olives (pitted) Olive Tapenade Crumbled Tempeh Bacon or Vegan Bacon Bits Finely Shredded Vegan Cheese Steamed Broccoli Earth Balance (or other non-dairy butter) Basil Pesto Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash Caramelized Onions Artichoke Hearts Vegan Parmesan Cheese Tomato Salsa Sun-Dried Tomatoes Caramelized Jewel-Colored Bell Peppers Crisp Fried Potato Ribbons Roasted Japanese Eggplant Slivers Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Jalapenos Hearts of Palm Horseradish Onion Crisps Gravy Salt Pepper Roasted Bell Peppers Marinara Sauce Many of these condiment ideas can be made from scratch or purchased ready-made -- it IS a party after all, so go with the option that means the least amount of stress for you. ;O) A Mashed Potato Martini Bar is an interactive experience your guests will enjoy and remember for years to come. Hope this helps! Sparrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2008 Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 Hi Sparrow, That Mashed Potato Martini Bar is such a fabulous idea! Like you, I feel like giving a party, just so I can put one on! (-: Cath **************Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp00300000002489 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2008 Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 Great idea Sparrow. Here's a similar one... When I was at a conference in Dallas (in July - it was hot!!) they served a chili " bar " - there were three types a chili but I only paid attention to the bean one (they were very accommodating to vegetarian which was lovely). You could put whatever toppings on the chili that you wanted: cheese, sour cream, green onions, thin taco chip strips (don't know what they are called), tomotos, etc (see Sparrow's list). 2. Taco " bar " - (we used to call these " haystacks " ). You provide taco/tortilla chips, beans/vege me*t, and an assortment of toppings (similar to above or to the mashed potato bar). I have served this at parties with success. Congratulations! Paula Sparrow R Jones <sparrowrose Sunday, January 13, 2008 7:54:25 PM Re: Any Ideas? On 1/13/08, Pineapple <cluttjohann@ gwbmail.wustl. edu> wrote: > > As I have said multiple times, I am graduating in May - Congratulations! (Even if I've said it before, one can never have too many congratulations for a hard job well done!) > Anyway, want to do finger food stuff - and of course, want to go full > vegan. So gonna start collecting easy, good recipes / ideas - anyone > got any ideas? Celery sticks filled with " cheeze " (either commercially produced if you want to save time or home made with nutritional yeast if you want to save money) mini-English muffins topped with marinara and various pizza toppings, put under the broiler to toast. Baked tortilla chips with dips: bean dip hummus dip guacamole Or here's an idea I've just been introduced to but haven't tried yet. (Thus, this doesn't count as a " tried-and-true " ) I love the idea, though! It makes me want to throw a party, just thinking about it: (This is from vegancoach.com ) The Vegan Mashed Potato Martini Bar " The Mashed Potato Martini Bar hails from California, where it's become a very hot trend at special functions such as weddings. But you certainly don't have to wait until a wedding to bring this fabulous hands-on experience to your guests. " Here's how it works: Make a big ol' batch of mashed potatoes (which you'll keep warm in a chafing dish or on a warming tray), providing a small " ice cream " or " cookie dough " scoop for the potatoes. Then, use LARGE martini glasses for the condiments, and smaller martini glasses for each guest to use. Provide small spoons and forks for the condiments. Encourage guests to have small servings and return often to create a new masterpiece. First step: Make the Mashed Potatoes. You can count on using one medium-large golden potato per guest, so be sure to size the recipe according to the number of guests in attendance. Keep in mind some will eat more than others, so they should balance each other out. You can make the mashed potatoes ahead of time and simply reheat just before the function. Sassy's Fabulously Easy Vegan Mashed Potatoes 4 large golden potatoes, scrubbed and quartered Water, to cover 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1-2 cloves garlic, pressed (optional) Add to taste: Non-dairy milk (I like plain oat milk) Bragg's Liquid Aminos, or other soy sauce Earth Balance, or other non-dairy butter Nutritional yeast Garlic powder Onion powder 1. Place potatoes in a large soup pot and cover with water. Add the salt. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until tender, about 20-30 minutes. Drain and return to pot. 2. Mash to desired consistency, adding garlic and remaining ingredients to taste. Serves: 4 The 2nd step: Prepare the condiments. The condiments are only limited to your imagination. Here are some ideas to get you started: Dairy-Free Sour Cream Chopped Scallions Sauteed Wild Mushrooms Green Olives (pitted, with or without pimentos) Black Olives (pitted) Kalamata Olives (pitted) Olive Tapenade Crumbled Tempeh Bacon or Vegan Bacon Bits Finely Shredded Vegan Cheese Steamed Broccoli Earth Balance (or other non-dairy butter) Basil Pesto Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash Caramelized Onions Artichoke Hearts Vegan Parmesan Cheese Tomato Salsa Sun-Dried Tomatoes Caramelized Jewel-Colored Bell Peppers Crisp Fried Potato Ribbons Roasted Japanese Eggplant Slivers Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Jalapenos Hearts of Palm Horseradish Onion Crisps Gravy Salt Pepper Roasted Bell Peppers Marinara Sauce Many of these condiment ideas can be made from scratch or purchased ready-made -- it IS a party after all, so go with the option that means the least amount of stress for you. ;O) A Mashed Potato Martini Bar is an interactive experience your guests will enjoy and remember for years to come. Hope this helps! Sparrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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