So Friday the snow storm arrived. We got about a foot of
snow total. The way it fell, all of the tree branches and bushes were
beautifully outlined. The neighborhood looked beautiful until you had to drive
in it. That is another story.
But the snow could not stop us Musialowski’s – we attended
the Canisius High School fundraiser and had a great time. We then continued the
party to the Empire Grill on Hertel for more drinks and discussion with
Christopher’s parents. It was a great time.
On Saturday we decided not to go to Niagara-on-the-Lake, but
instead, run errands and have a date night home. We made fondue – a beer cheese
fondue then a milk chocolate fondue for dessert. It was delicious! And super
easy too. We do not have a fondue pot, we used a saucepan instead and it worked
out great. Recipes are included below.
Then on Sunday we visited our friends Dennis and Anna in
Rochester and their beautiful baby boy, Jack Patrick. He turned 1 month and is
just a little bundle of sunshine. It was so great to catch up with our good
friends. At night, my friend Carly and I went to a Victoria’s Secret party for
Valentine’s Day. It was really nice. They closed the store down except for
those who had an invitation. There were many sales associates there to help
with purchases. But it was mostly a fun time to shop for underwear!
Beer Cheese Fondue
¾ cup beer (we used a porter)
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 tbsp mustard, a grainy kind NOT the yellow mustard
1 tbsp horseradish sauce (I would probably use a little
less)
1 tbsp flour
12 oz shredded cheddar cheese (white or yellow is fine)
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add beer to pan
and stir constantly. Add the garlic to the beer and continue stirring. Do not
like the beer boil. If needed, turn down the heat. Add the mustard, horseradish
sauce and continue stirring. Finally add the cheese, and stir until the liquid
has a smooth consistency.
We used cubed Parmesan-peppercorn baguette, broccoli,
carrots and apples to dip into the fondue. Enjoy!
Milk Chocolate Fondue
12 oz milk chocolate chips
Optional: 2 tsp orange or other flavored liqueur
Over a low flame, heat the cream in a saucepan until
warm. DO NOT bring the cream to a boil. Pour in the chocolate while stirring
constantly. Stir until the liquid becomes smooth. If adding a liqueur, add now
and stir in.
Dip with fruits, cookies, pound cake, pretzels or your
favorite snacks.
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