Super Fast but Effective Recipes..need a Wow Factor

[rebeccastt]

Night Jill....

My son is 6 months.

Does that mean I don't have to exercise or eat well until I stop nursing? LOL!

 

[caritok]

well, now, I wouldn't go that far, but I didn't stress about it. Having a little one around is wonderful, but it can be stressful too. I tried hard not to beat myself up about the weight. but again, now I have no excuses and need to get busy.

 

[rebeccastt]

20 minutes, 20 minutes, 20 minutes (I am willing myself to believe that I can exercise for 20 minutes twice a day, although right now, 20 minutes seems like a long time! eek!)

 

[Jilleysue]

Ok..start with 10 minutes twice a day. Baby steps. like I said 10 minutes is only 3 songs on your ipod. Sing 3 songs and your done...then work your way up to 6 and that is 20 minutes. I am telling you. It works.

 

[jenniferknapp]

I worked out today ....I am aiming for 4 days a week, but this week will get 5 after tomorrow...i work out on my lunch break (to get me away from this desk for an hour) I am seeing some improvements already (been doing this for almost a month now)...but my problem is that I have a hard time with moderation, with chocolate especially!

 

[hoosierchef]

I always think the Chocolate Pecan Lattice Tart looks much more impressive than it really is.

Definitely use the Chocolate Pecan Lattice Tart! It's quickly becoming a stand by for me! It's so EASY and looks very impressive! Not to mention it's CHOCOLATE!!! LOL I made one at home last week and my BF went crazy. Weird thing....we liked it better cold!! LOL

 

[beepampered]

I gained 10 pounds the month I started PC. Of course, it was also the holidays AND the month I weaned my son. I didn't think he was nursing that much but obviously he was. It was so depressing cause it happened so quickly and then wouldn't move off my hips.

My new years resolution was to lose those 10 (which has since become 15) pounds and slowly it's working - 7 down and 8 to go. I eat a salad every night (can't wait for the salad spinner) and exercise every morning.

 

[jenniferp417]

The Chocolate Pecan Lattice Tart is easy and FUN. I've done it at every show so far except my last one - it was my mom's show and she hates chocolate.

 

[jenniferp417]

And Jilley - you're inspirational. First your hostess packets (I'm going to look for folders at Staples today!), and now your "20 minutes morning and night!" You ROCK.I absolutely REFUSE to go walking outdoors when it's freezing outside, and we have no exercise equipment. Monday it's supposed to hit 50 degrees out - and I will *walk*!! And I'll remind myself that YOU said I could do it.So if I post Monday that I hate you, don't hold it against me, ok? LOL... just kiddding!

 

[gratergirl]

I like to make the strawberry cheesecake cake in the microwave....done in about 11 minutes and it tastes great warm! Very easy to show and people are amazed that our stoneware goes in the microwave.

 

[caritok]

I like to make the strawberry cheesecake cake in the microwave....done in about 11 minutes and it tastes great warm! Very easy to show and people are amazed that our stoneware goes in the microwave.

I haven't tried that one. What's the recipe for that one? I've done the german chocolate with the icing in the bottom of the fluted stone. What's the secret to making this one delicious? I love doing the microwave cakes. It makes it easy to have a second recipe for all those that just want a little more food and it doesn't cost much

 

[Jilleysue]

And Jilley - you're inspirational. First your hostess packets (I'm going to look for folders at Staples today!), and now your "20 minutes morning and night!" You ROCK.

I absolutely REFUSE to go walking outdoors when it's freezing outside, and we have no exercise equipment. Monday it's supposed to hit 50 degrees out - and I will *walk*!! And I'll remind myself that YOU said I could do it.

So if I post Monday that I hate you, don't hold it against me, ok? LOL... just kiddding!

Awww, Thank you. You all are inspirational to me. I only hope..that my business will grow to be like many of you. You all have given me so much, so I feel like I have to give a part of my self to you.
Go FOR IT..YOU CAN DO IT!!!

 

[caritok]

Can't spend time on her like I did last night. I have an Open House scheduled for my house tomorrow night and I have to get this place ready. Keep me in your prayers. I'm really trying to get some bookings. I'm new to the area and don't really know anyone. The sales would be nice, but I really need bookings.

I'll hit the elliptical tonight and think of you all. Cristy

 

[gratergirl]

Here's the cake that you wanted "CARITOK"....it's awesome! You will maybe even want to pick it for one of your HWC May shows....quick and easy!


Strawberry Cheesecake Microwave Cake

1 strawberry cake mix (I use Pilsbury)
1 tsp. strawberry extract
1/2 c white chocolate chips
1 (3oz) cheesecake pudding mix
16 oz. sour cream
1/2 c oil
3 eggs
Garnish (optional) with whipped topping and fresh strawberries


1. Spray your fluted stone pan lightly and dust with flour
2. Whisk eggs and pudding mix together in bowl
3. Add remaining ingredients, blending well
4. Drop batter into Fluted pan and microwave on high 12-14 minutes (I do mine for 11 1/2 minutes) (watch your cake after 10 minutes if your microwave runs hot) If you don't have a turn table in your microwave, rotate every 4-5 minutes.
5. Invert cake immediately, but leave pan over the cake for 10 minutes. Cool, Garnish if you's like. You can even put powdered sugar on it!

 

[louisecurtishome]

This is my first post. I'm a consultant in England. I ALWAYS do Yorkshire Puddings at my shows and ALWAYS sell lots of stoneware. They are WOW for demonstration purposes. They are so quick I do them alongside another quick recipe like the Hot Broccoli Dip. I too am looking for a new WOW recipe, not just one that looks and tastes nice but demonstrates how our stoneware is unique and guests just HAVE TO BUY IT - let's face it, that's why I'm at the show - and having fun too of course.

 

[ChefNic]

Almost any recipe can be super quick, if you do more prep ...

The Profiteroles would be great...just do the puffs at home and bring them all ready.

Cool and Creamy Chocolate Fondue is quick.
Chocolate Macaroon Pizza - very quick and yum! neither are really "WOW!! LOOk and that!" but very quick and tasty

How about the Microwave Cake in the Fluted stone?

 

[its_me_susan]

I am doing a show for a group of ladies and we have to be in and out in about 1 1/2 hours. That means orders too. We have kids that get out of school at 12 and I have almost an hour to drive. I really want to have a "wow, that's cool" type presentation.

I could use the trifle, but I'm not sure how woo hoo that will be for these SAHM's. Unless we could think up some really cool kids trifles. Any ideas?

Well, any brunch type recipe you just love and highly recommend?

I welcome any and all suggestions. I have most of the products, so that isn't an issue. I want to punch as much power into this quick show as I can. I'm driving so far that I want to make it count. Otherwise, it won't even cover my gas. ???

Buy a tray of sliced melons (cantelope, honeydew), a few kiwi to put around the bowl. Show them how easy it is to make an impressive fruit salad? Or prebake the cake and show them how to fill and decorate. Or better yet do 30-min chicken - do specials and PC info while it cooks (or start it early), get the bowl with salad and grapes and chicken and salad choppers. serve. Yum

 

[its_me_susan]

I always get a good WOW from the Ham and Cheese Omelet Roll for a brunch show -- it is in Main Dishes. Sells lots of Bar Pans and don't forget to cross sell the parchment paper! Sometimes I do tomatoes w/ult. mand. to garnish with (slices) just to show another tool.

Does the egg taste real or like the premade kind?

 

[its_me_susan]

Sounds good - but there are always those yummy not-so-good recipes that we just need to try before a show!!

I live alone, and do get out of the house a lot, but my problem is that I make a whole batch of something, and then eat it all!! I have learned to freeze a lot so that I can save it for another time, but I still end up eating it this month or next!

I send a few to my library, my post office, my bank... hair dressor

 

[its_me_susan]

And Jilley - you're inspirational. First your hostess packets (I'm going to look for folders at Staples today!), and now your "20 minutes morning and night!" You ROCK.

I absolutely REFUSE to go walking outdoors when it's freezing outside, and we have no exercise equipment. Monday it's supposed to hit 50 degrees out - and I will *walk*!! And I'll remind myself that YOU said I could do it.

So if I post Monday that I hate you, don't hold it against me, ok? LOL... just kiddding!

Where are the host packets?

 

[baychef]

Jill,
Thanks for the suggestion of 20 minutes in the morning and 20 minutes at night. I really need to lose my baby weight! I HATE exercising and I LOVE to eat. I know....bad combination to lose weight.

Me too...my baby is going to be 17 in May!!!

 

[jenniferp417]

Where are the host packets?

Jilleysue's cool host folder idea is here:

http://www.chefsuccess.com/showthread.php?t=15249