As many of my friends and family can tell you, I am an experts in everything Harry Potter related. It is a close call but I bet I would feel comfortable challenging J.K. Rowling herself. But I digress...I discovered these recipes whilst scrolling through Facebook. One of my friends posted a link to a Buzzfeed website where someone had created these recipes along with some beautiful pictures. The recipes for these drinks looked delicious, alas I shall not be able to try them myself for a few months yet though. The names of the cocktails are as follows:
I created a handy PDF booklet with the recipes and pictures that way you don't have to scroll through a long webpage. Below is the PDF book of the recipes that you can download and print out and also below I have pictures of the drinks themselves! These drinks look "Stupefy"-ing, if you pardon the pun! I hope you will employ one or all of them at any of your future parties. For example, you could do the Amortentia for a Valentines party (a little late now), or perhaps the Felix Felicis on New Year's Eve, or the Hair of the Three headed Dog for a Brunch party! Anyway you serve these they will no doubt amuse and be delicious for your guests! In the words of Hermione as they first drank the real Polyjuice Potion..."Cheers"!
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Probably one of the best things to make on a cold winter night. It is sweet, spicy, and full of flavor. Next to cream of crab soup, this is my favorite soup to make. It is hearty enough to be a complete dinner by itself, but just enough to have as a small cup with your lunch. It has all of the usual ingredients you would associate with chili: beef, peppers, onions, beans, and tomatoes. You start by browning the beef then the peppers and onions. Then, you add diced and crushed tomatoes along with beef stock and vegetable juice such as V8. Now, the crucial part is adding the spices. Among others they include chili powder, paprika, and cumin. These give the essential chili flavor. When it comes to the spicy factor, my teacher and friends like to turn your mouths into lava. I like a noticeable heat but not knock your lights out hot. I add a little cayenne pepper and Frank's Red Hot sauce. It is up to you if you want to add more spice to it. The next part is the sweetness. I add chocolate chips and brown sugar. The chocolate adds flavor to the chili without giving it a chocolate taste. The brown sugar gives a nice sweet taste and cuts through the harshness of the heat. Then, you simply add the beans and simmer for about an hour to allow all of the flavors to meld. All you then have to do is serves some up with a dollop of sour cream and a nice big pile of sharp cheddar cheese. I like to crumble in some saltine crackers. But again it is all up to you. If you are looking for a chili recipe that will knock the socks off of your guests or possibly win a prize, then this is the one for you. This recipe can also be found on page 29 of my cookbook above. Bon Appetit!
This is a great idea for an hor d'oeuvre at a cocktail party or as a nice snack in the afternoon. It is a fancy version of a cheese ball. It is an invention of Ina Garten. You whip cream cheese with cream, lemon zest, and seasonings and it it poured into a cheesecloth lined mold and allowed to chill overnight until the liquid drains and it becomes thick and cheese like. Once you un-mold it you top it up with some good mango chutney or condiment of your choice. You serve it with some crackers or french bread and it pairs well with a nice glass of rose or white wine. I love eating this while watching a nice tv show or movie. Bon Appetit!
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