Jean in Newcastle Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 The hostess is serving tacos. The rest of us bring sides/desserts to sort of even out the dinner. Nothing is assigned - it truly is potLUCK. Keeping in mind that today is a moderate pain/fatigue day for me, do you have any suggestions? I live only 5 min. from 2 grocery stores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferdie Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Watermelon, red grapes, or batch of brownies for dessert. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 How about canned pineapple and mandarin oranges? Or if you are able to manage it, spanish rice or a green salad? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WiseOwlKnits Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 I'd get a couple of those microwaveable Lipton sides that are Spanish rice. A few minutes in the microwave and you'll be good to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amydavis Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 My first thought was either Spanish or Mexican rice, or some sort of beans (refried, pinto, black). You could also just toss together a quick salad, that always goes over well. Of course, when I'm particularly stressed, tired, etc. then I just go to Sam's and pick up a pre-made veggie platter, which also always goes over well. If you go the dessert route, I'd either do ice-cream or watermelon, but those are my "go-to" summer desserts (that also always go over well)! In fact, I've never arrived carrying a watermelon, and not had the children attending get very excited! Either way, have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali in OR Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Brownies. Easy, delicious, popular. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sushi's Mom Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Frozen, sliced peaches and raspberries. Toss with a bit of raspberry Torani or Davinci syrup. Keep it frozen until about 30 minutes before serving. (15 minutes if it is hot out.) This is great for an outdoor event because the fruit stays semi-frozen and is very refreshing. Another easy one we do is the same as Melinda, the pineapple and Mandarin oranges, but we usually add some flamed coconut, and sometimes add in some cherries. (I like the sweet, fresh cherries, but the guys at my husband's office like the Maraschino.) make sure to drain the liquid from the fruit before mixing. You can save the liquid to make smoothies or spritzers (mix with seltzer.) Both are simple and easy and, people will ask you for the 'recipe'! (that always cracks me up.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
venusmom Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Super simple & always a hit: All you need: 8 oz cream cheese 8-12 oz sour cream Taco seasoning Shredded lettuce Shredded cheese Tortilla chips Optional: slice olives, chopped green onions, diced fresh tomato Layered dip.... 1.) Soften 8 oz cream cheese & 8-12 oz sour cream 2.) Stir in a pkg of taco seasoning mix (or if you make your own taco seasoning, use the amt you'd use for about 1 pound of meat) 3.) Spread in 9x13 dish 4.) Spread on a large can of refried beans of the cream cheese layer 5.) Dump a bag of shredded lettuce over the beans (or shred your own - I get lazy) 6.) Dump some shredded cheese over lettuce Optional #7.) If you want to jazz it up you can toss a few sliced black olives, chopped green onions, or diced fresh tomatoes for color and flavor (any or all of those are great) Serve with a bag of tortilla chips - this always gets lots of compliments and it's easy on me when I'm tired, and fairly easy on the budget! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Once Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Ice cream and some toppings from a jar or two. If you are feeling rich take some bannanas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Frozen' date=' sliced peaches and raspberries. Toss with a bit of raspberry Torani or Davinci syrup. Keep it frozen until about 30 minutes before serving. (15 minutes if it is hot out.) This is great for an outdoor event because the fruit stays semi-frozen and is very refreshing.[/quote']That's a yummy idea!!!! And great for people who are gluten free or watching their carbs. I'd rather splurge a few carbs on some fruit than a brownie! Jean, can you just grab some pico de gallo and guacamole? Those are soooo popular and easy too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsbaby Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 7 layer dip is always delicious and easy to throw together! Or, even simpler, some pre-made queso and chips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocelotmom Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 A green salad suitable for those who would prefer their tacos without the tortillas and want to make a taco salad with the fillings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 10, 2011 Author Share Posted June 10, 2011 Great suggestions! Thank you so much. Once I take a shower and get dressed :blush: I'll be choosing something and probably running down to the grocery store for some ingredients. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Great suggestions! Thank you so much. Once I take a shower and get dressed :blush: I'll be choosing something and probably running down to the grocery store for some ingredients. I don't know, Jean. Pig heads come to mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 10, 2011 Author Share Posted June 10, 2011 I don't know, Jean. Pig heads come to mind. Pig heads take longer than a turkey, you Turkey!:auto::D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom0012 Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 7 layer dip is always delicious and easy to throw together! Or, even simpler, some pre-made queso and chips. :iagree: Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda in VT Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 If you are still looking for ideas: Mix canned black beans (drained), canned corn (drained), and canned diced tomatoes (drained, with chilies is great but not necessary), add some red wine vinaigrette dressing and chopped cilantro. Can be served chilled or room temp. I usually use a 1-1-1 ratio for the canned goods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpidarkomama Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 This coleslaw goes GREAT on tacos or next to tacos. :) 1/2 cabbage 2 T. oil 1 T. lime juice small handful of chopped cilantro salt to taste (The oil/lime juice measurements are guesses... I think it's about right!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Pig heads take longer than a turkey, you Turkey!:auto::D :toetap05::toetap05::toetap05: Calling me a name most fowl is not winning you any points, Slick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 10, 2011 Author Share Posted June 10, 2011 :toetap05::toetap05::toetap05: Calling me a name most fowl is not winning you any points, Slick. I got her goat!:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 I got her goat!:lol: I'm gonna charge you to rent it to eat the weeds in your yard! Big Bucks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 10, 2011 Author Share Posted June 10, 2011 I'm gonna charge you to rent it to eat the weeds in your yard! Big Bucks! I would pay you big bucks if you ate all the blackberry vines. Now - I'm off to the store to buy stuff for this potluck. Everyone - keep RC in line while I'm gone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 Goats? Turkeys? Pig heads? :svengo: *giving thanks she's not attending the pot luck* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatmansWife Posted June 10, 2011 Share Posted June 10, 2011 A recipe that's really great with tacos or enchiladas is Cactus Corn. It's really colorful and tastes great. If you are pressed for time you could omit the tomato and green pepper...but it does add to the color. Keep it hot in a crock pot. Or, make my moms pistachio salad. There's lots of versions...here's hers: 1 large 16oz cool whip Two 3oz packages of pistachio pudding (just open and use the powder) 2 regular cans of fruit cocktail (or 1 large can); use the juice too One 8oz can crushed pineapple; use the juice too Mix everything together with a spoon and refrigerate. Easy peasy and scrumpdillyumptious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 10, 2011 Author Share Posted June 10, 2011 I'm back. I got some brownies, a 7 layer dip and some pita chips. I'm going to rest now - my moderate pain has gone shooting up with the outing. I want it to subside to a dull roar before I go out to the actual potluck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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