Ski Weekend Menu
Monday, February 16, 2009
Heavenly, Lake Tahoe
According to weather forecasts, the strongest snowstorm of the season is on track to move into the Sierra today and we could see the highest snow accumulations for the entire year. Word on the ski lift is that the Farmer’s Almanac predicts 17 feet of snow in Tahoe for February alone.
Tahoe Bandana Bandits
Snow bunnies, bundle up and get those chains on the car – it’s a ski weekend!
For Lauren’s 25th birthday, we rented a house in Tahoe. Since we had a great kitchen at our disposal, we decided to cook up some hearty make-ahead dishes so we’d be set to enjoy a stress free weekend without eating out at overpriced resort restaurants.
Homemade Chili and Cheese Quesadillas
We made the chili the night before so we could just heat it up at the house. Quesadillas were easy peasy – just tortilla wraps with shredded cheddar melted inside. I made them in a skillet (didn’t even have any oil or butter and they came out fine) – you could also pop them on the grill if you have one fired up already.
Hua stirring our Big Ass Pot of Chili
I will reveal though, for my special Big Ass Pot of Chili (we started using this gigundo pot because if I make any less than epic proportions Hua gets a sad face) I use 2 pounds of applewood smoked bacon, 4 pounds of sausage, and 6 pounds of ground beef. Mmmmm mmmmeat. Also, the longer it simmers, the better it tastes!
Breakfast: Before hitting the slopes we filled our tummies with cheesy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, fresh fruit, and Baked French Toast.
Baked French Toast topped with Pecans
Baked French Toast is one of my staple dishes for big group brunches. It’s an easy, make-ahead dish that requires little work and few ingredients. *winner*. You can use any type of bread really (Challah, cinnamon-raisin, baguette), but I think I found my new favorite with Texas Toast.
Thick and fluffy, everyone will love this morning treat.
Print RecipeDessert: On a ski trip, some gooey, chocolatey s’mores action is a must.
S’mores Brownies Birthday Cake
This S’mores Brownie Cake was the perfect sweet ending to celebate the birthday girl’s quarter century milestone.
And then of course, after a day of skiing and a cozy home-cooked meal, nothing hits the spot more than enjoying some cold beers in the hot tub under a starry sky.
Hot Tub and “Beer Fridge”
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What a fun weekend! I love the baked french toast and the birthday cake!
please utilize andrew textor as a food model sometime please.
hahah ok, deal. i’ll put in the request. he did wear a cowboy hat i fancied the other day. maybe i’ll make a “western” themed meal and it will be all tex.
Looks like a good time! I can’t ski myself… there is an embarrassing story behind it, but I don’t know you well enough to do more than taunt you with it.
Now now Bob, don’t be a tease! You must share! i’m insanely curious now.
oh wow, i’ve never seen baked french toast. looks gooooood
Thanks for the Baked French Toast idea. Great brunch dish. I like the fact that it doesn’t require frying the bread slices individually.
OK. You’ve brought back memories of a similar trip we took to Big Bear, CA with friends. French toast, hot tubs, brownies. It’s like déjà vu!
Looks like an awesome weekend and I love the Baked French Toast idea because you can prepare ahead!
I love your “beer fridge!”
haha i know! hua must have had a stroke of brilliance when he made that.
French Toast is by far my favorite breakfast and I am a creature of habit. But I might have to venture out and give your baked french toast a try. Sounds delicious.
Take me with you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DELICIOUS and fun!!! Nothing like a hot tub in the snow.
Hi – I’m looking for food to make for a weekend away, and the french toast looks great. I just want to check the amount of maple syrup… is it 1/2 cup??
Thank you!
Hi Mary,
Oops! Yes, it’s 1/2 cup
Have a great weekend getaway!
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