The perfect appetizer and tasty cocktail!

Are you entertaining this weekend or perhaps going to a family or friend’s house party? Today, I’m sharing two delicious recipes that are guaranteed to be a hit with the crowd!

A couple of weekends ago, Vince informed me on Friday morning that about 10 of his co-fellows were coming over THAT evening for appetizers and drinks. Fortunately, the boys were in school and I only had Rose with me…cleaning and organizing a gathering is way easier with one child! So off to the grocery store we went. I started with my go-to appetizers: boursin cheese, pita chips, Chex mix (mainly for the kids), and bell peppers with a side of ranch dressing. I then decided to try something new…avocado toast bites! They were very easy to make and everyone loved them.

Avocado Toast Bites

(Serves approximately 20 bites and all products are linked via Target with Same Day Delivery)

Ingredients

1 French baguette

Mayonnaise

4-5 Avocados

3-4 Tomatoes

Salt

Pepper

Instruction

Slice the baguette into approximately 20 pieces

Smash and mix avocados in a large bowl – set aside

Toast baguette bites in oven or toaster oven

Add mayonnaise to toasted baguette bites

Add avocado to toasted baguette bites on top of mayonnaise

Slice tomatoes into triangles

Top baguette bites with tomatoes

Add a dash of salt and pepper

Place on a large platter for all to enjoy!

As you know, Vince enjoys coming up with new mixes for his cocktails and this evening was no different. The cocktail was refreshing and the perfect end of summer drink.

Last Days of Summer

“A choose your own adventure cocktail…gin or vodka”

Ingredients

2 Oz. Tanqueray Gin or Deep Eddy Ruby Red Grapefruit Vodka

0.5 Oz. Lime Juice

3-4 Sprigs of Mint

0.75 Oz. Grapefruit Juice

Float of Prosecco

Instructions

In a shaker, add lime juice and muddle with mint

Add ice and combine with Gin or Vodka (depending on choice), in addition to grapefruit juice

Shake until chilled

Strain into highball glass with fresh ice

Top with a float of Prosecco and garnish with a slice of grapefruit and sprig of mint

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The night was a blast! We ate, drank, and after the kids went to bed, we played a hilarious game…Drawing without Dignity. The house was filled with laughter and great friends. For more great cocktails be sure to check out Your Weekend Prep. I hope you have a great Labor Day weekend and as always, try to look at the rosy side of life.

XOXO,

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