Preparing for Wed Night Show: Pizza & Broccoli Dips, Chicken Squares

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses preparations for a cooking show featuring pizza and broccoli dips, along with chicken squares. Participants share their experiences and suggestions regarding the recipes and serving options for the dips.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the appropriate baker size for the hot pizza dip when doubling or tripling the recipe.
  • Another participant shares their experience using a French loaf for the pizza dip and suggests it could also work for the broccoli dip.
  • One participant mentions that the mini baker is suitable if following the recipe closely and describes their experience with the dip and different dippers.
  • Another participant suggests using Toppables crackers and breadsticks as good options for the broccoli dip.
  • One participant recommends using pita bread cut into rectangles for the broccoli dip, while emphasizing the use of French bread for the pizza dip.
  • Another participant shares that they often use buttery crackers with the dip, noting it may not be fancy but works well.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best type of bread or crackers to use with the dips, with no clear consensus on a single preferred option.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and preferences regarding the preparation and serving of the dips, reflecting a variety of approaches to the recipes.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants preparing for similar cooking shows or events may find the shared experiences and suggestions relevant to their own planning.

kcjodih
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with the Hot Pizza Dip? And with the Broccoli Dip? For my show on Wed night with 45-50 women (no demo but almost all the catelog on display GROAN!) the host wants 2 clubhouse chicken squares, 2 chicken caesar salad pizzas, hot pizza dip and hot broccoli dip.

Also, does the hot pizza dip originally fit the small oval or mini baker? The recipe doesn't seem to say. I'm trying to figure out what size to use if I double or triple it.

Thanks a bunch!
 
I just cut up a french loaf and use it for the pizza dip, I suppose you could use it for the broccoli dip as well.

If you double or triple the pizza dip, use the deep dish baker, or the large oval baker.
 
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Thanks so much!
 
Definitely the mini baker if you are sticking true to the recipe. I thought the picture looked like the mini oval baker and it was so full I thought it would overrun. I made this with the french bread the recipe recommended, cut in slices and brush with olive oil, bake until toasted. My boys thought it was too crunchy but it was good. They dipped Ritz crackers in it, would also be good with tortillas I think. Maybe wheat thins or some other form of cracker for the broccoli dip, but tortillas would be good too.
 
Jodi,
There are crackers called Toppables - they work great with the broccoli dip - they're kind of a long skinny rectangle.
Bread sticks work well too. :)
 
Pita bread toocut pitas into rectanlges and you could use those too for the broccoli dip. Definately the french bread though for the pizza dip. You could do both slightly baked and just soft fresh pieces.
 
I know it's not fancy, but I often use buttery crackers with the dip.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What ingredients do I need to prepare for the Pizza & Broccoli Dips?

For the Pizza Dip, you'll need cream cheese, pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, and your choice of toppings like pepperoni or bell peppers. For the Broccoli Dip, gather fresh broccoli, cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and garlic powder. Don't forget to have some crackers or bread for serving!

How do I prepare the Chicken Squares for the show?

To prepare the Chicken Squares, you'll need cooked chicken, cream cheese, and crescent roll dough. Mix the chicken and cream cheese together, then roll out the crescent dough and cut it into squares. Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture in the center of each square, fold the dough over, and bake according to the crescent roll package instructions until golden brown.

What kitchen tools should I have ready for the show?

Make sure to have your mixing bowls, a baking sheet, a spatula, and a knife for chopping ingredients. It's also helpful to have measuring cups and spoons, a cutting board, and Pampered Chef tools like the Mix 'N Chop and the Stoneware for baking.

How can I engage my guests during the cooking demonstration?

Engage your guests by inviting them to participate in the preparation process. Ask for volunteers to help mix ingredients or assemble the Chicken Squares. Encourage questions and share tips about the products you are using. You can also share fun facts about the recipes or the Pampered Chef tools to keep the energy lively.

What should I do if I run out of time during the demonstration?

If you find yourself running out of time, have some pre-prepared samples ready to share with your guests. You can also focus on demonstrating key techniques or tools rather than completing the entire recipe. Make sure to explain the steps you would take to finish the dish, so guests understand the full process.

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