Tasty Friday Recipes: Spinach Artichoke Braid, Chicken Broccoli, & More!

[lizdpamperedchef]

Hi Everyone,

Hopefully you will be able to help me out with this situtation. I have a Cooking Show Friday for a Friend (Hostess Coaching almost IMPOSSIBLE) but doing my best. I can't get her to commit to a recipe for me to prepare. I sent my standards, Spinach Artichoke Braid, Chicken Broccoli and Chicken Enchilada. I know BORING, but I can make them with my hands tied behind my back.

I have to call her in the am, to confirm the amount of Guests and get THE RECIPE!!!!!! I was thinking of having an alternative, Jerk Chicken Nachos maybe, but I have realized that it is Lent and most of her Guests probably don't eat meat on Fridays. (I am Lutheran so it is not an issue)

Any suggestions of what I can suggest that is still pretty simple but tastes GREAT!!!!

Thanks in advance!!!! :chef:

 

[raebates]

Honestly, I usually don't give my hosts a choice. I say, "I'll be making Spinach Artichoke Braid. Will that work for you?" I find it rare for a host to balk at what I've chosen. It also makes things easier for me. Sometimes the food is just one too many choices for the host to make.

 

[Admin Greg]

Hi there! It sounds like you are in a bit of a tough situation with your friend's cooking show. Have you tried asking her if there are any specific dishes or cuisines that she and her guests enjoy? That might give you a better idea of what to prepare. If she's still not giving you any specific recipes, maybe you could suggest doing a themed menu, like Italian or Mexican, and then you can choose dishes that fit within that theme. As for your alternative option, maybe you could make a vegetarian version of the Jerk Chicken Nachos, using tofu or beans instead of chicken. That way, you can still have a flavorful and delicious dish without breaking any dietary restrictions. Good luck with your cooking show!