The Kentucky Derby is May 4, put on a May Bonnet and
“Run for the Roses” with these recipes!
First you’ll want to sip a Mint Julep from a Blooming Wine Glass
and stir it with a Kentucky Derby Hat Straw
Decorate your buffet with a large vase of roses~
a silver champagne cooler looks just like a trophy!
Plan your gathering around a large flat screen TV for watching the race
Serve Southern classic Derby Day food
Pimiento Cheese & Sausage Puffs are always a hit
Nibble on Pork & Pineapple Hand Pies,
puff pastry filled with shredded BBQ pork and pineapple tidbits
Kentucky Derby Bourbon Meatballs are simmered in the slow cooker
in a bourbon sauce and will disappear quickly
Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham can be baked in the oven or on the grill
Peachy Bourbon BBQ Chicken is cooked in a slow cooker
and pairs wonderfully with Baked Cheese Grits
Pecan Pie is a must for dessert
and here are some pecan pie recipes with a twist
or try Pecan Pie Biscuit Bake
Or Kentucky Derby Pecan Delights
Or these easy Shortcut Pecan Bars
Or Sally’s Tempting Pecan Toffee
Run for the roses and enjoy!
I will be joining these fabulous parties and blogs:
Sundays on Silverado/ Happiness is Homemade
What’s for Dinner / Love Your Creativity
Between Naps on the Porch / Turn About Tuesday
Wednesday Linky Party / Karin’s Cottage Linky Party / Creative Crafts