Looking for Superfast, Easy Recipes for Shows...

[jentapp]

I'm finding it very difficult to get the recipes I've been using prepared and keeping everyone's interest and being able to think all at the same time. Does anyone have any suggestions for Nov/Dec shows that would be fast and easy, and still show off a decent number of products?

I've been doing Tex-Mex Chicken Melts (always a hit, but are taking me forever to put together), Cannoli Dip (that one I'm ok with), Berries 'n Cream Wonton Cups (take forever to get them into the pan), and Caprese Sandwich Ring (variation on the mini sandwiches, saw my Exec Dir do it at a show and loved the idea...one of those ones that I'm ok with, but doesn't show a ton of products since I can't do the nuts in them for the pesto). I have 2 others on the list, but no one has been picking those (they get to choose 1 "main" and 1 "dessert" item).

 

[AJPratt]

Mom's apple crisp! Its fast, easy and you microwave it!

 

[ChefBeckyD]

Mom's Apple Crisp
Turtle Fudge Skillet Cake
Hot Pizza Dip
Touchdown Taco Dip
I always do some kind of dip or spread for the appetizer, and always something large for the dessert - anything you have to do as individual portions takes so much longer! My actual Demo time (working w/ food) is never more than 15 minutes max! Also, I have one recipe mostly made, and the other one all prepped before the show.

 

[The_Kitchen_Guy]

Mom's Apple Crisp is one of my favorites, only make sure your host's microwave can accomodate the deep dish baker. I didn't - and had a prepared recipe that didn't fit into her microwave!

 

[DebbieJ]

I love doing the Molten Chocolate Skillet Brownie. Doing it tonight, in fact!

 

[amya]

Jennifer,

I realize it has been a while since you started this thread, but I was looking for something else and came across this thread.

I make the Berries 'n Cream Wanton Cups at shows, but I make the wanton cups at home ahead of time. The transport well in the Stainless Steel Bowl with the lid on. When I get to the host's house, I put the cups on a SA Medium Square and the prepare the filling as my demo. I let each guest come up and make their own cup after the demo. I always sell at least 1 or 2EAD's when I do this and it does not take that long at all to demo the filling.

Hope this helps

 

[jaye]

Profiterole Puffs are delish... make a great impression. I just make the puffs before everyone gets there, put them on the cooling rack, make the filling and stuff them while I talk about everything. I also think it makes a great holiday impression.

 

[Sandibeach]

Chicken Enchilida Ring.... it's so yummy, fast and shows off so many products... I've done my first 4 shows and this is what I use as my demo recipe...