Everyone loves to decorate their home to their liking and some people will decorate their entire house without even thinking twice, but some of us have budgets too follow. If you’re like me and you have a budget that you need too follow then you should make sure that you stay on budget first of all, and secondly you should work on decorating one room at a time. The reason that I would recommend decorating only one room at a time is simply so that you can save the money faster. When you do it in pieces the money you need will obviously be split into pieces as well, so if you need to do it this way then don’t worry about it as many of us do. The important thing if you do it this way though is too make sure that you decorate the right rooms first. Now depending on your tastes and wants you might have some different opinions on the top three rooms to decorate first, but most people will be in agreement with me. I have put together a small list of the three rooms in any house that should get decorated before any other room, and I have always followed this when decorating my own home.

Kitchen

The kitchen is a room where a lot of families will spend a lot of their time and this means that you should decorate this room first. The kitchen is usually a vocal point in the home, and it’s the number one selling feature you have when selling your home. Of course if you don’t have a nice kitchen then you won’t have the benefit of it helping you sell your home, and it could even prevent your home from selling period. A kitchen renovation doesn’t need to cost an arm and a leg, and if you can do the work yourself then you will save a ton of money. Half of renovation costs are labour so if you cut that cost of the equation then you will already be saving yourself roughly 50 percent on your kitchen remodel. The most important things too do when decorating your kitchen is too change the cabinets, flooring and appliances. Apart from that everything is extra and you can choose to do it or not. Just make sure that you stay in your budget for the project and you’ll be fine.

Bathroom

The bathroom is used everyday by every member of the household and it’s a room that shouldn’t be left undecorated and you should do the bathroom right after the kitchen. Having a nice new toilet, bathtub and vanity is the common essentials and depending on the size of your bathroom you may also need a stand-up shower and more storage space. You should also change the painting and flooring, typically I choose paint and tile, but recently I’ve been considering switching it over too wallpaper. Wallpaper looks awesome in a bathroom and if you can keep it from peeling off then it’s a lot more attractive then paint.

Bedroom

The bedroom is the last room on this short list of three, but it still holds a strong value in my books. This is where some people might not agree with me, but I feel that the bedroom should be number three on the list simply because it’s where you spend your most relaxing hours of the day. I love being nice and comfortable when I’m sleeping and I find that a cozy décor only adds to the comfort of my bedroom. Some of you might think that the living room should be third on this list since it’s a room where you and your guests will usually be sitting, but personally I think that the guests should wait for the décor over me own bedroom. I spend a lot of time in my bedroom though on my laptop and watching TV so that could be a reason why I have this as number three on my list.

All three of these rooms are important to decorate, well all rooms in your own are important to decorate but these are the most important. When you’re on a budget you should make sure that you only do one room at a time so it doesn’t strain your wallet too much. Doing one room at a time also allows for renovations too be going on in one section of your house while you relax in the other half, which is another reason why it’s wise too do only one room at a time. It can get pretty crazy during renovations and if you’re not prepared and organized then you may find yourself losing control of your house and mind.

Many older people grew up in the country and then moved too a metropolitan area due to modernization of the country, and although you can’t have the outside country feeling you can have that feeling inside of your home or apartment. There are some nice and simple tips that I’ve written down for all of you who want to make a room in your house feel like it’s a room from a country home. There are lots of reasons as too why people decorate their homes too feel like the country and you can have whatever reason you want. I have personally decorated two rooms in my house too feel like the country and I did so simply because I like having that old fashioned look in some areas of my house. I stayed away from rooms with high traffic, due to not wanting to hear anyone’s design expertise, but I absolutely love the look and feel that I get from the two rooms in my home decorated too feel like a country home. Follow these simple tips that I’m going to leave you with and you’ll be well on your way to creating the perfect escape from the city life. These tips don’t all need to be followed in order to get the country feel, but for maximum effectiveness try following as many of the tips as possible.

1. Too get the comfort feeling of leaving in the country no matter where you are begin with painting your walls either a white or soft cream color so that you can have a neutral appearance on the walls. Most country decorators will choose too paint the walls one of these two colors for two reasons which are too create the feeling of comfort and also so that any great decorating pieces can stand out against the bare walls which is something you want when going for the country look.

2. Make sure you use some sort of wooden furniture and decorations in the rooms because this is the essence of a country feeling room. Pine and oak will generally be the most common woods used in your decorations and they also work best with your budget which is always an important part of decorating.

3. You should refrain from using big and bold patterns that stand out like a sore thumb when going for the country look because that is not what it’s about. You should use soft and comforting patterns that go with the flow of your wooden furniture and cream colors.

4. Having flowers and plants work great for creating that country feel inside your home so don’t be afraid to spice things up with a bit of color throughout your plant and flower selection. If you want some color in the room then this is a great time to add some as it won’t be too much for the theme of the room.

5. Wooden flooring is a vital aspect of any country themed room and if you plan on pulling it off then you need the wood flooring. This will be the most expensive part of the renovation too do, but it will make the entire room come together and you will love the look it gives. You will see this money back at resale anyways so consider it a wise investment in maintaining the value of your home.

All of these tips are great for creating that country look in your home and you should try following as many of these great tips as possible to get the full effect. A country look in your home can offer you a very comforting place to relax and spend time in. Surveys have shown that roughly 30 percent of people in the United States enjoy the country look in their home and have a room themed like that. This means that you’re not the only one who enjoys the country look, and you won’t pay for the decorations come resale time because people like seeing it. It could even improve the overall sale price of your home which would be awesome for anyone, and you should consider this when decorating. Anything you will see back when you sell your home is a good investment so don’t look at it as money down the drain. If you don’t live in the country, but want that country feel then get too work and start renovating a room in your home today so that you can experience the comfort.

If you live in a small apartment then you probably have run into difficulties trying to find some great decorations for it, and trust me a lot of people do. In order to decorate your small space you will most likely need to think out of the box, meaning your typical decorating ideas won’t work like they do in a house with a lot of space. One of the biggest problems is trying to find decorations and furniture that will work for your apartment, but if you live in a metropolitan city there will be some shops you just need to find them. If you don’t then you might need to do some shopping on the internet, as there is tons of great items on the internet that will help you decorate your small space.

Finding smaller furniture is a must for a small space because you want too allow for as much walking space as possible. There are lots of great low seats that you can buy online and will work perfectly for a small living room area. You may not have room for a couch so you might be limited too just chairs, but there is also an option of a love seat which is only two cushions. Another item you will need too shop for is a flat screen TV that you can have hanging on a wall in the apartment. A TV that doesn’t hang on the wall will take up way too much valuable space that could be used for something else. For instance you could put a nice table under the TV against the wall that will allow you to have some storage for anything that you need it for. In apartments you will need lots of storage space so any extra storage you can get in your apartment is a plus.

You will want too get some storage units too place either in a closet if you have one, or in the hallway if you don’t. There are some great options and one of the nicer looking options is wicker, and it’s also very affordable too buy a couple wicker storage units.

Decorating a small apartment can be very difficult and most would think since it’s a small space it would be easy but could you imagine trying too fit everything you need in only two or three rooms. If is very difficult too do, and you will need to use your imagination when possible. If there are walls you can build into then you need to consider building storage units into the walls.

Another tip you can use when decorating a small space is too use sliding doors instead of doors that need to open up because then you will save a lot of space in your rooms. Some people have adapted this method and it’s only one of many creative ideas you can use when decorating a small space.

The perfectly decorated Easter egg begins with the egg. Two of the most popular ways to decorate eggs begins with either a boiled egg or a blown (or hollowed egg).

Boiled Eggs
To avoid rubbery eggs do not cook eggs in boiling water. Instead, boil the water and remove the pan from the stove. Submerge the eggs in the hot, boiled water for 15-17 minutes.

Blown or Hollowed Easter Eggs
To hollow out an egg simply wash and dry your eggs. Then taking a thin needle, carefully poke a hole in each end of your egg. Cover the holes and shake the egg. Place your egg over a bowl or other container and gently blow into one of the holes in your egg. The egg white and yolk should make its way out of the other hole. Once the insides have been blown out wash and dry your egg again. Some eggs are easier to hollow than others. It will take patience and although more fragile, a hollowed out egg can be decorated and kept for many years to come depending upon how it is stored.

Decorating Ideas

Decorating your egg can be as simple or elaborate as you would like it to be. You can make beautifully designed Easter eggs with items you probably currently have in your home. Some of these ideas work egg-ceptionally well on the hollowed eggs.

• Ribbons – take leftover ribbons and glue them to your egg in the desired colors and patterns (blown eggs)
• Glitter – spread your egg with a thin layer of glue and then roll the egg around in glitter (superfine glitter will give your egg a sugared look) (blown eggs)
• Lace – using the same principle as the ribbons decorate your egg (blown eggs)
• Sponge Paint – dig out your sponges and craft paint to create an original design
• Stickers – let the kids decorate using their favorite stickers
• Crayons – with a parent’s help color on a warm egg
• Mosaic – be creative and glue pieces of tissue paper, small pasta pieces or shells to your egg.

These recipes will come in handy if you have decided to stick with the tried and true dyed Easter egg

Simple Egg Dye
Combine 1/2 cup boiling water, 1 tsp. vinegar and the food color together adding drops of food coloring to achieve desired colors. Dip hard cooked eggs in dye for about 5 minutes or until desired color.

Natural Egg Dye
Dye your eggs in boiling water, with vinegar and the item used to create the desired color, boiling both eggs and dye items together. Don’t forget to compost your dye items when you are finished dyeing your eggs.

Color ideas:

Lavender Small Quantity of Purple Grape Juice
Violet Blossoms plus 2 tsp Lemon Juice

Violet Blue Violet Blossoms
Small Quantity of Red Onions Skins

Blue Canned Blueberries
Red Cabbage Leaves

Purple Grape Juice

Green Spinach Leaves
Liquid Chlorophyll

Greenish Yellow Yellow Delicious Apple Peels

Yellow Orange or Lemon Peels
Carrot Tops
Celery Seed
Ground Cumin
Ground Turmeric
Saffron

Brown Strong Coffee
Instant Coffee
Black Walnut Shells

Orange Yellow Onion Skins

Pink Beets
Cranberries or Juice
Raspberries
Red Grape Juice
Juice from Pickled Beets

Red Lots of Red Onions Skins

Hard boiled, hollowed out, color dyed or fancier designs, anything goes when decorating your eggs for this Easter season. The only rule is to have fun.

There are as many drinks to be made as there are Easter foods but finding an themed beverage for your Easter dinner just got easier. We’ve gathered a few of the most popular, with and without alcohol, for your choice of Easter libation.

For Young And Old Alike
These thirst quenching beverages are sure to be a hit with everyone at your Easter celebration from toddler to grandma.

Golden Easter Punch

6 cups water
4 cups sugar
1 (46 ounce) can pineapple juice
1 (12 ounce) can orange juice concentrate
1 (6 ounce) can lemonade concentrate
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 (2 liter) bottle carbonated lemon-lime beverage
1 quart pineapple sherbet

In a large saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes; remove from heat and allow to cool. Pour sugar water in a large punchbowl. Add juices and vanilla. Add soda. Stir well. Add sherbet just before serving.

Easter Egg Hatch

3 1/2 oz Frozen Vanilla Yogurt
2 oz Orange Juice
1 tbsp Sugar Syrup

In a blender, add your ingredients to about 3 ½ ounces of crushed ice. Blend on low to medium until smooth, about 15 seconds. Pour into a goblet and serve.

Egg Cream

1 – 1 1/2 oz chocolate syrup
Cold Milk
Seltzer

In a highball or 8-10 oz juice glass, pour in your syrup. Fill glass with cold milk until 2/3 full. Top with seltzer and stir.

Malted Chocolate

2 scoops of chocolate ice cream
1-cup milk
1 1/2 – 2 oz of chocolate syrup
2 tbsp of malt powder

In a blender, add all your ingredients and blend until smooth. Since no ice is used the process is quick, about 10-15 seconds. Pour into a large glass and serve.

Orange Sparkler

3 oz Orange juice
3 oz Club Soda

Fill a highball or large juice glass with ice. Add your ingredients and stir gently.

Rainbow Sherbet Punch

8 oz Orange juice
8 oz Pineapple juice
8 oz Hawaiian Punch
1 qt Rainbow Sherbet
1 liter bottle Club Soda
1 liter bottle Ginger Ale

Make a block of ice the night before by freezing water in a storage tub or bowl that is ¼ the size of your punch bowl. Remove the ice from your container and place in your punch bowl. Add your juices and Hawaiian Punch. Just prior to serving, add the Soda and Ginger Ale and drop in scoops of the rainbow sherbet.

For Adults Only

Made with wine, champagne or harder alcohol these delightful cocktails are sure to please the adults at your Easter or spring time gathering.

Bellini

1 fresh peach
Chilled Brut Champagne

In a blender, puree the peach. Pour the puree into a champagne glass and top with Chilled Brut Champagne. If peaches are out of season, frozen sliced peaches may be substituted.

Mimosa

3 oz Chilled Orange juice
3 oz Chilled Champagne

In a large chilled wineglass pour in your Orange Juice and top with the Champagne. Many like more or less juice or champagne, you can adjust the proportions accordingly.

White Wine Spritzer

Chilled White Wine
Club Soda

Mix the two together in your favorite wine glass for a light wine drink.
The Easter Bunny
1 1/2 oz. dark crème de cacao
1/2 oz. vodka
1 tsp chocolate syrup
1 tsp cherry brandy
Pour the crème de cacao and vodka into a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into an old fashioned glass with ice cubes. Float chocolate syrup and brandy on top.
The Jelly Bean
1/2 oz. blackberry brandy or grenadine
1/2 oz. anisette or sambuca
1/2 oz. Southern Comfort
Pour brandy/grenadine into a shot glass. Float anisette or sambuca on first level. Float Southern Comfort on second level.
The Easter Egg Cocktail
1 oz blue Curacao
1 oz. white crème de cacao
Half and half
Pour the blue Curacao and crème de cacao into an old fashioned glass with ice. Float half and half on top. Choose your favorite from the list above, search for something new or make a creation all your own. One thing is certain; your guests will be impressed when you serve one or more of these drinks.

Too many people think that they need lots of money too make their apartment stylish and modern, but the fact is money doesn’t buy taste and you need taste in order to decorate well. It’s a common myth that is completely false and I personally have never spent much on my home decorations, yet I feel my apartment is very stylish. You just need to follow some simple rules when shopping in order to make sure that you stay on your budget. There will always be knock-offs of the expensive decorations that everyone wishes they had, and often they look basically the same so you can simply buy the lower priced knock-off and noone will know the difference. Decorating can get out of hand pretty quickly for both men and women so make sure that you follow these tips that I’m going to give you. Without following these tips you may find yourself spending a lot more on your home decorations then you ever wanted too, and trust me temptation is a very bad thing and most people fall in to their temptations. I have never had much self control, but with these tips it makes it a lot easier to remain on a budget. I just have to make sure that I don’t break a few simple rules, and then I won’t need to worry about my money at the end of the month, whereas if I don’t follow the rules it could make me short at the end of the month. If you have lots of money then these tips won’t help you much so you could stop reading this anytime now, but if you’re working on a budget to create an attractive house then you should follow these rules.

1. Decide on your budget and make sure that you don’t go over it for any purchase unless it’s only a couple bucks, but other then that make sure you stick to what you can afford. Just like gambling you need to make sure that you stick to your limits.

2. Decorate only one room in your house at a time, this way you will be able to save up the money quicker as you’re doing it in smaller manageable pieces. By the time you know it the whole house will be decorated and you won’t notice much gone from your savings.

3. Set a deadline for your decorating if you plan on doing any heavy renovations. If you don’t plan a deadline with the contractors then it may cost you more then you expect once they finally finish, so make sure you keep a contract with the deadline date and the contractor’s signature.

4. A professional decorator can sometimes end up saving you money and they will definitely save you time so think about hiring one if you have any doubts about your plan of action.

5. Painting and carpet is a cheap alternative too making sure you stay in your budget while decorating and can make a huge difference in your home.

6. Ensure you view paint and carpet colors in your home before you make a purchase because sometimes you won’t like the end result and you might not be able to get a refund. Always ask for a test piece and take it home to look at it in the sunlight.

If you follow these simple tips then I can assure you that you will remain on your budget know matter what you do. By not following the simple tips though then you might end up spending way too much money on your decorating which could end up hurting you financially. I have always managed to keep my budget, and part of that has too do with following these tips and the other part is too do with where you shop. Some places that you would typically shop at might not be a good choice when on a small budget, so make sure you shop at the places with cheap prices. Discount stores offer an amazing goldmine for all types of home decorations, so if you’ve never seen what your local discount stores have too offer then make sure you head over too one today.

Also if you don’t own your home or you know that you’re moving shortly then you shouldn’t invest in any home decorations that you won’t easily be able too take with you. Some people who are moving make the mistake of adding that nice new mantle, and then when they move they realize it will be too hard to move it with them so they are forced too leave it behind. Now it might sell your home quicker, but sometimes you won’t see your money back on the decorations which is a complete waste of money then. Decorations like pillow covers, furniture covers, floor rugs and pictures are all things you can easily move and are great on any budget.

Nothing says Easter like a fabulous Easter dinner with friends and family. What do you serve for Easter dinner with your family? Every year there are a few traditional Easter dishes that make their way onto dinner tables across America and many of them have interesting symbolism behind them that you may not even be aware of.

Hot Cross Buns
These currant or raisin filled yeast bun is a traditional favorite in England. Usually eaten on Good Friday they also have a “cross” on top of the bun. Mostly thought of as a Christian symbol it the hot cross bun finds its roots in pagan tradition. There is some disagreement with the symbolism of the cross from the pagan custom. Some thoughts are that the cross represents the sun wheel while others believe the cross might symbolized the four quarters of the moon.
When the Christian Church attempted to ban the buns the people balked so the church did the next best thing and “Christianized” the bread. Queen Elizabeth I passed a law that only allowed the bun to be eaten during Christmas, Easter or funerals.
Pretzels
Originally created by monks with leftover scraps of dough and given to students as rewards, pretzels became a popular part of Lent celebration during the Middle Ages. Pretzels do not contain eggs, milk, butter or lard, ingredients which are avoided during lent. Pretzels are said to represent praying arms and the three holes represent the trinity. In some countries, pretzels used to hidden together with eggs at Easter as well.

Greek Easter Bread
Greek Easter bread, or tsoureki, is a sweet dessert bread traditionally served as part of the Greek Orthodox Easter feast. Tsoureki was also traditionally given as an Easter gift from children to their godparents. Different versions many include a citrus flavor, topped with nuts. A red egg is traditionally cooked with the bread as well.

This Easter treat is traditional shaped into a braid with a red egg tucked into the braids of dough. The bread is said to represent the light given to us by Christ’s resurrection and the red egg represents Christ’s blood. Another version of Greek Easter bread is cooked as a circle with red eggs forming a cross across the top of the bread.

Ham
Ham is a traditional part of the Easter feast in many American homes, and it’s origin is more practical rather then symbolic. In early years, before refrigeration, fresh pork slaughtered in the fall that hadn’t been consumed before Lent had to be cured for preservation. Curing was a slow process and the first hams were generally ready around Easter time, making it a common choice for Easter feasting. Today, many American families still serve ham as part of their Easter celebrations.

Lamb
Another meat commonly served at Easter time is Lamb. This tradition is actually a combination of two symbolisms. The original use of lamb dates back before Easter as part of the Jewish Passover where a sacrificial lamb is roasted and eaten as a reminder of the angel of God passing over their homes in Egypt.

Later, Jesus was often referred to by Christians as The Lamb of God. As Christianity grew, Hebrews converting to Christianity brought their traditions with and the combination resulted in the use of lamb as part of many Easter dinners.

As you plan your Easter meal think about incorporating some of these traditional foods. When you gather around your table this Easter season you’ll be able to share good food and interesting information. Your guests will be impressed by your cooking skills and your smarts.

If you currently live in an apartment then you may have trouble finding creative decorating ideas on your own that fir your budget, and for most apartment owners and renters that budget isn’t very high. I use to rent an apartment and then I bought a condominium which is basically the same as an apartment except I own the condo. The design and decorating difficulties are the same in both though and at first I had a lot of trouble finding great decorations on a budget. I now feel that I have compiled quite a bit of information on decorating on a budget which is why I would like to share some of these great tips with you so that you can also have a great looking apartment without reaching deep into your pockets.

Painting

If you rent you will need permission most times in order to paint your apartment, but if you own then you can choose to paint whenever you want too. Painting your apartment is something that you can do on a weekend, and it won’t cost you more then a hundred bucks to make it happen. All you need is some paint, some brushes and some sheets to cover the flooring and furniture. A low cost way to change the whole appearance of your house is too paint and one of the first things that you should be looking to do when you want to spice up your apartment.

Furniture Slip Covers

I use to have some of the worst furniture on the planet and I didn’t have the money to change out the furniture so I had to think of a way too to it cheaply. Now I didn’t know much about design and decoration then so it took me months to find a solution, but when I did boy was I happy. I found a woman who said she would put me together some furniture slip covers for me and that it would cost a fraction of what it would cost to buy new furniture. I had the slip covers within one week and my furniture had transformed into something much more appealing too the eye. They still feel the same, but they look a lot better which is the most important thing, especially when you have guests over.

Floor Rugs

There are tons of different styled floor rugs made from many different materials and you can choose anything that you think would suit your current apartment. Floor rugs are very cheap and you can use them as a nice accent color in your rooms, they can also be a vocal point in the room, but this will require quite a random design to draw the eye down to it. You typically don’t do this, but in a small space a nice floor rug is a great way to decorate the room a little bit.

Pictures

If found many pictures in both discount stores and other stores at some amazing prices, and although the quality isn’t always the best it can easily be fixed in most cases. For instance you can change the frame of a picture very easily and you shouldn’t have any problems doing this at all on your own. Adding a nice picture to a bare wall is a great way too add color and also to make the entire room less drab.

There are so many ways that you can decorate your apartment on a budget and sometimes you can’t be afraid of doing a little shopping in a discount store. There are so many great deals in these discount stores and you would be surprised at what you will pick-up in them for the prices they sell for. I couldn’t believe the saving I was noticing when shopping at discount stores and it helped me save up for nicer pieces of furniture and also my big screen TV. If you can save money on decorating, then you can use those savings to buy the toys for your apartment that you want. It’s something I found out a young age and ever since then I have been doing a lot of shopping at discount stores. Some great brand name stores also have some great sales throughout the year and when they do you should make sure too do any shopping that you want to do then. There will always be a sale somewhere, so my motto is don’t buy it if it isn’t on sale. I hope you have learned some new techniques for decorating your apartment on a budget and I hope you begin utilizing these great techniques when you start decorating. Remember that decorating should be fun and not a chore, and you should like the decoration and not just the price.

You think about doing it each year but you keep putting it off thinking it would be too much trouble. But now, you’ve made the decision to have guests over for Easter and now you need to decide whether to host a brunch, lunch or dinner? No matter which time of day you choose to host your gathering bring out your best dishes and show them off. Make sure to take it easy and have fun. The party won’t be fun for anyone if the hostess is stressed out.

Let’s take a look at some ideas for having a gathering for each time of day.

Brunch

If you’d like to have your crew over between 10 a.m. and noon then a brunch is what you should aim for. You’ll have to get up a little earlier in the day to host a brunch but you can prepare the dishes beforehand and warm them up just prior to your guests’ arrival. Think of serving the food buffet style. This works out easier for both the host and guests.

You can serve items like:
• Quiche
• Omelets
• Fruit
• Waffles or pancakes
• Ham or egg salad sandwiches
• Breakfast breads and cakes
• Assorted appetizers or finger foods

Add a beverage like juice, coffee, tea, milk, hot chocolate or soda and you have a simple, yet satisfying brunch.

Lunch

If you are planning to have friends and family over after church or so you can sleep in a bit then a lunch between noon and 3 p.m. is the thing for you to do. A lunch can be served either buffet style or as a sit down affair but whichever you choose your lunch menu will offer a little more than a brunch menu with additional hot dishes. You can still serve finger foods but adding more meat and vegetable dishes will make your lunch-time meal a hit.

Think of items like:
• Ham
• Potato salad
• Spinach salad
• Deviled eggs
• Green beans
• Corn
• Carrots
• Macaroni and cheese
• Biscuits

Add an Easter themed punch, tea, or soft drinks and your meal will be complete.

Dinner

If you’re hosting an even anytime after 5 p.m. then a more extensive menu is in order. A larger menu can still be simple yet elegant. If you can make a dish in advance, do it. Anything you can do prior to the day of the even will help keep you sane and stress-free.

For the main course think:
• Leg of Lamb
• Rib Roast
• Ham
• Salmon

Ideas for side dishes could include:
• New potatoes
• Roasted root vegetables
• Green Beans
• Rice Pilaf
• Pasta
• Sugar Peas
• Artichokes
• Asparagus

Don’t forget to include other items such as salads, various appetizers, fruits, cakes, and breads. Complement your meal with a nice beverage and your elegant dinner is complete.

Once you’ve decided what time of day to hold your event, you’ll want to plan the decorations and come up with any games you might play. Don’t forget desserts too.

So, you have extra hard-boiled eggs from your Easter egg dyeing adventures? Don’t blame me, you’re the one that boiled them all. But since you have a few on hand, how about a few ideas of things you can do with your extra eggs, colored or not.

Deviled Eggs – The term deviled typically means spicy or hot. Adding black or cayenne pepper or even a bit of horseradish in your yolk mixture will certainly give you that taste sensation but a deviled egg can have a hint of sweet, too, when adding sweet gherkins or relish.

Oh, deviled eggs how I love thee! Sweet, spicy, tart or just plain tasty, deviled eggs are a staple of any picnic or barbeque with your favorite aunt or grandma smiling secretly at requests for her “secret” recipe.

Plain Ole Hard Boiled Eggs – Did you know that “hard boiled” eggs should not be actually boiled? Why not, you ask? Because boiling the eggs makes them rubbery. Instead, you should boil the water, take the pot off the heat and leave the eggs in the hot boiled water for the length of time it takes to get them to the stage you like, soft- (1-4 mins.) or hard-boiled (15-17 mins). It’s also best to use older eggs and pierce them with a needle prior to cooking to make them easier to peel. Once they’re finished cooking (or after they’ve been dyed or decorated) simply peel, sprinkle with a bit of salt & pepper and enjoy.

Egg Salad – When the craving hits you, there is nothing better than an egg salad sandwich on lightly toasted bread. How about freshly made egg salad nestled in a bed of lettuce leaves with a bit of paprika or chives on top? Like deviled eggs, egg salad can be made so many different ways. Grab your favorite ingredients and make a bowl with your left over boiled eggs.

Scotch Eggs – If you like eggs, sausage and deep fried food you’ll absolutely adore scotch eggs.
Although called Scotch this dish isn’t Scottish at all. Instead it was created by the London food shop Fortnum & Mason – well known for being a favorite shop of the British Royal Family.

Peel your boiled (chilled) egg and roll the egg in flour. Then, wrap the egg in the ground sausage meat. Dip the meat/egg mixture in beaten eggs and roll in bread crumbs. Then deep fry until the sausage is golden brown. Find your favorite recipe by googling “scotch eggs”.

Pickled Eggs – These might not be a favorite item on your list but you have extra eggs so why not give them a try? At the very least, you can gather the kids around and conduct an experiment with eggs and various pickling recipes. There are many types pickling recipes with names like sweet and sour, pineapple pickled eggs, dark and spicy eggs, cidered eggs, garlic pickled eggs, and beet juice eggs.

Now, you have a few ways to make use of your extra hard boiled eggs. Don’t forget that you can slice and add to salads or cooked dishes for extra protein, too. And, if you just plain don’t like eggs, boiled or otherwise make up one or more of these dishes and share with family or friends.