Book Club: The Good Girl

A few months back (before there was snow on the ground) Abbie hosted a lovely book club in the backyard. Her book was The Good Girl by Mary Kubica. Read this if you love a dramatic story with lots of twists. Overall, the book was enjoyed by all and led to a great discussion. Find the discussion questions here.

Ella was able to even join us for book club! It is always nice to have our out of town members reunite with us. 

For appetizers, Abbie served cherry tomatoes from the garden, a variety of cheese and crackers, garlic popcorn and  a wide selection of beverages! For an easy cocktail mix 2 ounces vodka, 2 ounces lemonade, and top with sparkling water such as citrus Perrier or LaCroix. Garnish with fresh lime.

The Menu 

Salad with feta , mushrooms, cherry tomatoes and homemade Italian dressing

Homemade Croque Monsieurs

There used to be a restaurant in downtown Boise called Cafe De Paris that served the most delicious Croque Monsieur, a sandwich of cheese and ham topped with bechamel and toasted in the oven. They closed awhile back and we have been craving the sandwiches ever since. Abbie decided to serve them for this book club and they were wonderful. Everyone may have had seconds! For the recipe she used click here. The key to serving these sandwiches is they have to be assembled and toasted after your guests have arrived.  Having all the ingredients ready before hand makes this an easy process.  If you have never made a bechamel sauce it is a good idea to practice.  They seem easy enough but tend to turn out lumpy if you are not careful.

Thanks for another great time everybody.