July 26, 2017 – The Bitter Socialite

July 26, 2017July 27, 2017

Garlic & Herb Croutons

Transform old bread into a crunchy snack or a delicious sidekick to any soup with the addition of a little olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs. RECIPE: GARLIC & HERB CROUTONS INGREDIENTS: 2 cups bread, cut into 3/4 inch cubes 1/4 cup olive oil 1 clove garlic, finely minced 1 teaspoon granulated garlic If you…Continue Reading “Garlic & Herb Croutons” →

July 26, 2017July 26, 2017

Tomato Basil Bisque

FOOD

Is it me or does it seem like tomatoes come in entirely at once? After being in NYC for a short week I came home to find my tomato plants literally bursting. My kitchen counters are just loaded down with fresh from the vine ‘maters. One way to utilize this overabundance of juiciness is to…Continue Reading “Tomato Basil Bisque” →

Meet Trace

A natural born entertainer, creator, decorator, gardener, and jack-of-all-trades, Trace knew he would pursue a career with a creative outlet. After years of working with various design groups and national lifestyle publications, Trace dreamed of a brand of his own, and that’s when The Bitter Socialite was born, an entertaining and lifestyle design firm that is neither stuck-up nor stuffy. The Bitter Socialite is brimming with how-to and do-it-yourself projects, easy market-fresh recipes perfect for dinner tonight, party ideas for any occasion, libations sure to liberate you (not to mention your guests), customizable meal/entertaining kits delivered directly to you, and a healthy dose of humor because we believe laughter is the heart of inspiration.

QUICK FIX:

Heriloom Caprese Salad

RECIPE:

3-4 vine ripe heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1/4 in slices

1 pound mozzarella, cut into 1/4 in slices

20-30 fresh basil leaves, about one bunch

1/2 cup olive oil

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

3 tablespoons lime juice, or the juice of one lime

Good Seasons, Italian Dressing mix

Coarse salt and ground pepper

Red pepper flakes (optional)

METHOD:

1. Thoroughly wash and dry wide mouth Mason jars for serving.

2. Make the dressing by first combining the dressing mix and 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar in a bowl. Whisk vigorously to combine. Add 1/2 cup olive oil, and the juice of one lime. Whisk again until well blended. Store in a plastic container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

3. Begin by slicing tomatoes and mozzarella cheese into 1/4 in thick slices. Wash basil and separate leaves from the stem.

Quick Fix

RECIPE: Taffy Crunch

6 qts. popped popcorn

1 1/2 salted peanuts

1 cup butter

1 lb box brown sugar

1/4 cup dark corn syrup

1/4 cup molasses

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla

METHOD:

1. Pre-heat oven to 250°. Mix popped popcorn and peanuts in a large bowl.

2. In a large saucepan, melt butter; add brown sugar, corn syrup, molasses, and salt. Boil over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; add vanilla.

4. Gradually pour over popcorn and mix well.

5. Transfer onto two large cookie sheets and bake in a 250° oven for one hour, stirring every fifteen minutes.

7. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Break apart and store in a plastic container.

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