Day two of party prep:
I finished off the baking with maple pecan cake, a new recipe that is easy, fast and delicious. I will be going back to that one. Then the bananas tapped me on the shoulder and indicated they needed using.. So I whipped up a loaf and said that's it!
Now I am off to Trader Joe's to get the champagne. We like to start off the party with cold, sweet Italian bottles and Trader Joe's has the best prices for that.
After that it is set up and cover up day. I haul out all of the plates, flatware, glasses, cake plates, serving bowls...well you get the picture. After everything is in place I cover the areas to keep the items fresh and clean. That process takes a lot of time and needs to be done well ahead.
Note: I'm afraid this cake will not make it to the party. I cut it and tried it and it is wonderful. (maple pecan cake.)It was new to me and I wanted to see how it tasted The family will be on this like white on rice. It has cream cheese in the batter. Lovely.
Looks like I am baking again tomorrow. I have to make this again, it was that good. I got the recipe from Cook's Corner years ago and it has been on my 'to make list' a long time.
Looks like we are ready for a party...or getting there.
