I may have mentioned; I AM GOING TO BE A GRANDMA! Who knew I would be this excited? It will be my first, and he is due in July. Yes, it’s a boy. I think watching Ashley grow and show more has added to my excitement. I suppose it seems real now.
We are doing a drive-by baby shower in a few weeks. I love finger foods and appetizers; however, my friends have talked me out of the typical shower foods for the drive-by. Instead, we will be passing out a small treat and a bottle of water. Even though I do like finger foods, maybe we should have done showers like this the whole time! This may be the easiest shower I have ever given!
The truth is, I have always been a sucker for more than just the food. I have a huge collection of antique luncheon plates with cups that I have never used. Not even one time! I can not bear to part with them, though. I fully intend to have a luncheon one day with cute little sandwiches and delicious finger foods and maybe some of that tasty coffee punch. Who wants to come?
This scrumptious fruit dip would definitely be on the menu! This recipe comes from my cousin, Nancy. It’s easy and creamy and so wonderful with fresh fruit. When serving this, I like the look of mini fruit kabobs. Give this dip a try with the delicious fresh fruit that is available now in most stores.
- 1 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
- 1 (8-oz.) can crushed pineapple, undrained
- 5 tbsp. vanilla instant pudding (from a large box of mix)
- ½ c. cream of coconut
- 1 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Beat cream cream cheese until smooth, add pineapple, pudding, cream of coconut, and lemon juice and beat until mixed well. Serve with fresh fruit. Store in the refrigerator.
