Recipes

Let “Go-To” Recipes Get Your Party Started

Posted 1/21/2011

(NAPSI) - From New Year’s to tailgating parties to any occasion throughout the year, pass on the pre-party frenzy and gear up with your favorite “go-to” recipes. You know those recipes that require minimal ingredients and prep time but always steal the show? Keep a party-ready pantry and your “go-to’s” will make it easier to get to what’s really important.

Tips for a Party-Ready Pantry

• Keep a list of “go-to” recipes handy. Looking for more? Visit www.oceanspray.com to create your very own stash of “go-to” recipes, or ask friends and family.

• Be ready for last-minute guests. Stock up your pantry with ingredients like mustard, brown sugar and chili to perk up sauces and add a sweet or savory kick to any recipe you chose.

• Presentation is everything-keep colorful plates, napkins, hors d’oeuvre picks and platter decorations at the ready.

• Customize your “go-to” recipes for different events and party themes. Dream up fun serving suggestions like fancy glassware and garnishes or minivariations for each recipe.

• Keep extra copies of your “go-to” recipes on hand to give to guests. Here are two you might like to try:

ULTIMATE PARTY MEATBALLS

(Makes 30 appetizer servings)

1 14-ounce can Ocean Spray® Jellied Cranberry Sauce

1 12-ounce bottle Heinz® Chili Sauce

1 2-pound bag frozen, precooked, cocktail-size meatballs

Combine sauces in a large saucepan. Cook over medium low heat, stirring until smooth. Add meatballs. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until meatballs are heated through, stirring occasionally.

Slow-cooker preparation:

Place meatballs in a slow cooker. Combine sauces and pour over meatballs. Cover and cook 4 hours on HIGH.

CHICKEN FINGERS WITH CRANBERRY MUSTARD

DIPPING SAUCE

(Makes ½ cup)

½ cup Ocean Spray® Jellied Cranberry Sauce

1½ tablespoons grainy Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon brown sugar

Combine ingredients in a small mixing bowl, whisking until smooth. Serve hot or at room temperature as a dip with chicken fingers.