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Puttin’ on the Ritz with Albertson’s

December 16 by Priscilla 2 Comments

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A group of OC bloggers were treated to a red-carpet holiday event at Albertson’s in Brea this week.  Heidi Diller, Corporate Nutritionist, first demonstrated how to make some super easy centerpieces by floating cranberries in water, add a tealight candle and a touch of greenery and viola!

Albertsons's collage

A warm and delicious cup of hot chocolate is a wonderful way to welcome guests to your home.  The hot chocolate was prepared using Abuelita chocolate and kept warm in a slow cooker. Guests can rim their cups with ground peppermint or chocolate and garnish them with an array of delectable sweets such as mint patties, heath bars, marshmallows, and whipped cream.

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Next we moved to a table where Heidi prepared two quick appetizers:  Brie topped with honey, warmed in the oven, and topped with walnuts and a Pumpkin Hummus (recipe follows).  All the ingredients are available at your local Albertson’s store.

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Pumpkin Hummus

1 15 -ounce can of pumpkin

2 T. tahini

1 garlic clove, chopped

1 T. fresh parsley, chopped

½ t. salt

1 t. olive oil

½ t. ground cumin

1 T. lemon juice

Combine ingredients until smooth and creamy. If hummus is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until desired consistency. Spoon into serving bowl, and sprinkle with desired topping like cinnamon, red pepper, or more parsley. Here toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds) were sprinkled on top which adds a nice crunch.

But wait, Heidi also showed us three easy dishes to make using rotisserie chicken, two desserts, and several homemade gifts from the kitchen.  I’ll share these in my next post.  Until then…. invite some friends over and enjoy a batch of hot chocolate with all the trimmings!

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Category She's Cookin' Tags appetizers| brie with honey and walnuts| easy entertaining| holiday party ideas| hot chocolate| pumpkin hummus

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  1. Marcie T.

    December 17 at 9:28 am

    Oooh yummy!
    .-= Marcie T.´s last blog ..Last week we visited the Orange County Zoo at the Irvine Regional Park =-.

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  2. Beth F

    December 20 at 7:42 am

    That hot chocolate sounds like so much fun.

    Pumpkin hummus — I might have to try that. Nothing is nicer than warm brie…. yummy.
    .-= Beth F´s last blog ..What’s a Challenge or Two among Friends? =-.

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