Martinis & Mistletoe

Happy Ho Ho Ho To You!

(Scroll down to "The Playlist" and hit play before reading... works better that way!)

With all the stress of preparation, decorating and shopping... it's time to step back, chill and enjoy the most "Wonderful Time of the Year"! 

Time to celebrate the season with friends and family (well maybe not too much family). This holiday season, why not put a little "pep in your step"! It's time to "Party Hearty Marty"... or at least enjoy a few seasonal libations. 

We're jazzin' things up with some cheesy sliders, an awesome Christmas punch and some music to help make your Yule Cool! This is not your Mama's Christmas party.

Come on in... cause "baby it's cold outside"! 

The Pots Are On!

The Plate... 

Meaty Cheesy Casserole Sliders

Ok, these are so darn easy to make and soooo good. Just remember that when you think you have enough cheese... just add a little more. You can thank us later. 

What you Need... 

1 package Hawaiian rolls (12)

1 tips of your favorite steak seasoning

1 pound thinly shaved deli roast beef

8 oz shredded Cheddar cheese

4 oz shredded Provolone cheese

1/4 cup chipotle mayo

2 scallions, all the white and green parts / chopped

1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter / melted

2 tbsps finely grated onion

2 tbsps grated Parmesan cheese

1 tbsp of Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp red chili flakes

12 sweet or hot pepper slices 

What you do...

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Slice the rolls in half and place the bottom half in a 13-9 baking dish.

Season the bread with steak seasoning. 

Add the roast beef on top in mounds on each slice.

Now top that with the shredded Cheddar.

In a medium bowl, combine the provolone, mayo and scallions. 

Spread this mixture on the cut sides of the "top" portion of the rolls.

Place the tops spread-side down in the dish on top of the Cheddar bottom slices.

Mix the butter, onion, Parmesan, Worcestershire and red chili flakes in a bowl.

Pour over the top of the rolls. Yeah, Yeah... just do it!

Ok, now cover the whole dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. 

Remove the foil and place a pepper slice on top of each roll.

Put back in the oven (uncovered) for 5 minutes. 

Separate all of the rolls and place on one of your fancy Christmas platters.  

The Playlist... 

Martinis & Mistletoe

Tired of the same old Fa-la-la-la? Check out these jazzy selections... perfect for your Christmas "Martinis & Mistletoe" cocktail party. Feliz Navidad!

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The Mix... 

Cranberry-Orange Punch

"The Season Tis The Reason I Drink"

What you need...

2 cups fresh cranberries

1 cup orange juice

1/2 cup sugar

3 cinnamon sticks

1 liter of bourbon

Orange peels & fresh cranberries for garnish

What you do...

Combine the cranberries, orange juice, sugar and cinnamon sticks in a small saucepan over 

medium-high heat. 

Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves and the cranberries pop (about 5 min).

Let cool, then pour into a pitcher with ice and add the bourbon. 

Serve with slices or peel of orange and fresh cranberries.

What Happens Under The Mistletoe...

Stays Under The Mistletoe!

Please... Day Drink Responsibly 

& 

Keep On Cookin'!