Don't these hot pink cookies look like the perfect thing to bring to potlucks and picnics all summer long?
These beauties are from my sweet friend Heather Christo's new cookbook. Her book Generous Table is just as gorgeous as she is. Heather makes me feel like I can entertain any night of the week.
Heather has recipes for any type of entertaining festivity. From Ladies' Luncheon, Southern Housewarming, Backyard BBQ, Game Night, and Holiday Dinner Parties, Heather has you covered. She even shares decoration tips!
I was so happy to see a few traditional Greek recipes in the book. She has a recipe for Bougatsa that she describes as a cross between baklava and creme brulee. You can be sure that's what I'm making next!
I will be cooking from this book for all of my summer entertaining.
Her recipes are delicious with a twist. The beet pesto pasta called to me. The macaroni and cheese with pumpkin and bacon stared me down. But ultimately, I decided to make these pretty little pink cookies. You know the first recipe I make from any cookbook has to be a dessert!
The sugar cookie dough couldn't be easier. The berry frosting is what makes these cookies sing---fresh berries crushed and mixed with butter and powdered sugar. So pretty, so good! I used raspberries, but I've got my eye on some strawberries for the next batch, too.
Would you like to win a signed copy of Heather's new book before it is released? Of course you do!
Here's what you need to do:
1. Leave me a comment telling me your go-to recipe for entertaining. Do you use your Mom's lasagna recipe to wow your guests? What's your stand-by recipe?
2. For extra entries, follow the lovely Heather on twitter and give her a 'like' on Facebook. Heather's twitter page is here. Her Facebook page can be found here.
3. Tweet about this giveaway, then leave me a comment telling me you did so.
That's it! Good luck! I will choose a winner on Friday, April 26th at noon.
These hot pink cookies are the perfect thing to bring to potlucks and picnics all summer long! Heather Christoâ??s Generous Table by Heather Christo © 2013 Kyle BooksSugar Cookies with Berry Frosting
Ingredients
Berry Frosting:
Instructions
Notes
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
14
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 267Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 98mgCarbohydrates: 48gFiber: 3gSugar: 21gProtein: 4g
Stefanie @ Sarcastic Cooking says
Ooooo! These cookies are sooooo pretty! My go to entertaining recipe is either homemade red salsa or an easy bruschetta.
Kara D says
My go-to entertaining recipe would have to be my mom's pasta salad!
Nutmeg Nanny says
Oh my, these cookies are so adorable :) I love them! I don't have a particular go-to recipe but I always enjoy providing the dessert!
Lindsey says
A simple roast chicken is usually our go-to. It impresses everyone and is super easy!
Rachel says
I make my mom's wine cake for dessert. It tastes amazing and people think i spend hours on it but it really only takes me ten minutes of prep and then into the oven!
Mareike says
I have to say I'm boring - my favourite thing to make when entertaining (for a certain definition of entertaining, at least, since it's mostly friends over for a gaming day or two) is pizza. The dough and sauce are easily prepared, and it's so easy to customise for every guest!
Becca - Cookie Jar Treats says
I love the color of that berry frosting. It is such a pretty color.
I don't really entertain. I used to cook for my family when my mom was out of town and I didn't want to have a burger for the 3rd night in a row. I usually go for Asian inspired meals though. Those recipes usually turn out really well. :)
Alyssa says
Dessert! A new recipe...I tend to not make things twice. Too many new recipes to try!
Sarah L says
It looks like a great cookbook! I use a chicken cacciatore recipe for entertaining.
Kat says
My go-to recipe is usually something sweet - like monster cookies :)