Derby Day Dinner with pictures

VeraBlue

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Okay, first stages of dinner preparation are complete, it's just about shower time, and then it's Julep time.

This is the short dough for the bleu cheese horseshoes
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This pan is the bacon and cheese grits. After it's cooked, cool it in a pan. Then, cut it into any shape you like and gently saute in butter. You could, if you so desired, flour, egg and flour it before sauteeing. But, it's more work, more fat and really not necessary. This will be the base for the pork hocks.
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And this is the pork hocks, on a bed of diced crimini mushrooms and garlic with a small amount of cider. This will bake at 325 for about 3 hours. The short ribs just went into the oven too...swimming in a gravy of tomatoes, onions and wine.
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And, don't even be looking at my splattery stove:yuk::sorry:
 

JoeV

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Do the windows need washing today? I'm hungry....again! Will work for Vera's food.
 

VeraBlue

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Joe, the windows have needed washing since I moved into this house 18 years ago. :ohmy: I simply cannot motivate myself to get out there on a ladder to do it. Besides I'll probably sell the joint before I ever get around to actually washing them.
 

buzzard767

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Very clever and it looks like you're going to have a great time. Enjoy that mint julep.
 

VeraBlue

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Thanks, Buzz. I'll post the rest of the pictures as things come from the oven and get plated.

Post time is 6:04 eastern time, for anyone who wants to watch.
 

Doc

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Looks good Vera. Sounds like a fun time.
I haven't been to a derby party for quite a few years.

Do you have a favorite in the Derby?
 

VeraBlue

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I'm not real keen on the rough lifestyle the horse endures, though. I believe a horse was meant to run, and that it's as natural as breathing. I don't think the genetic manipulation and kooky training is necessary, though.
I really like the hats parade:tiphat:
 

VeraBlue

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Looks good Vera. Sounds like a fun time.
I haven't been to a derby party for quite a few years.

Do you have a favorite in the Derby?

To be honest, I'd only started looking into the horses two days ago. I assumed I Want Revenge would win, but I see that horse has been scratched due to an ankle injury. I really just love all the pagentry and tradition....and the juleps, I really love the juleps.:brows:
 

joec

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It seems I keep seeing you in the shower or about ready for one. Girl I love clean women with dirty minds, you are quickly becoming my favorite fantasy. I'm sure you know us men are visual creatures don't you.? :wub:
 

Fisher's Mom

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Wow, Vera! You are preparing a banquet!! Will it just be you and Lou or will y'all be having guests? And will you be enjoying those marvelous juleps in your oasis of a back yard?
 

Luckytrim

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VeraBlue

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It's usually just Lou and I on a Saturday evening. I rather eschew having guests on that night. If I do, I like to have 2 or 3 other couples for seated dinner.

The juleps are for post time so we'll be enjoying them in the parlour. It's rather damp in the yard at the moment. It's been drizzling on and off parts of the day. Sun is out now, but I don't believe it will remain so.

JoeC...I know all about men's minds. Made a tidy sum off such knowledge for several years:tongue:
 

joec

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God bless you girl again nothing without pictures but you are quickly turning into my fantasy. Expect a thank you note for the misses soon. I'm just your average guy married forever to the same woman. Imagination is the secret to a long happy marriage. :yum:
 

Fisher's Mom

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God bless you girl again nothing without pictures but you are quickly turning into my fantasy. Expect a thank you note for the misses soon. I'm just your average guy married forever to the same woman. Imagination is the secret to a long happy marriage. :yum:
Well, that and a very long tongue!
 

VeraBlue

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Congratulations to Borel, my favourite cajun jockey! It's the second time he won the Derby with the same technique, coming from way behind and hugging the rail. His unbridled (no pun intended) joy after the race is fascinating to watch.

Dinner was great, a nice long affair.... we didnt' get around to dessert till 11:30pm.
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The pork hock

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Max just refuses to let a meal go by without her inspection or approval
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The deconstructed Brunswick Stew: Short ribs with tomatoes, okra with lemon zest, roasted sweet potatoes, grilled corn, sauteed baby lima beans with shallots.
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Bourbon pound cake, homemade vanilla ice cream and apples with bourbon sauce. I tried to get the camera while the bourbon was flaming but 2 juleps and a bottle of wine prevented such fast movement.
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And now, after a meal like that, I really must get myself to the gym!
 

Luckytrim

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Great Pread, VB-- and if you ever decide to change your placesettings, I'll take one of those dinner plates, please.........
 

chowhound

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Derby Day "Dinner"....... Everytime I scanned over this thread title yesterday I thought it said "Winner" with pictures :lol: I was waiting for Vera's pics to show up in the dinner thread.

Looks very nice, Vera.
 

VeraBlue

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The williamsburg wine was very nice...lots of cherry, slight ever so slight pepper, even a bit of blackberry; not a long finish.
 

PieSusan

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God bless you girl again nothing without pictures but you are quickly turning into my fantasy. Expect a thank you note for the misses soon. I'm just your average guy married forever to the same woman. Imagination is the secret to a long happy marriage. :yum:

Joe, my dad always said that a woman's best asset is a man's imagination. Keep dreaming!
 

PieSusan

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VB, not only was I excited to see the food porn but Maxi has surely made your house a home! lol You spoil Lou and I hope he knows it!
 
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