Monday, February 6, 2012

IDEAS FOR A SWEET VALENTINE'S DAY ELOPEMENT

With romance permeating the air, Valentine's Day is a great time to tie the knot.  Following an afternoon ceremony, treat your guests to a decadent all-dessert reception in keeping with the holiday.


Red velvet mini-cupcakes frosted with white chocolate icing chase away the winter blues when decorated with fresh natural flowers.  Remember to use organic, pesticide-free flowers. If you don't have organic flowers, those little candle holders used for birthday cakes will keep your cake safe in a pinch.



For a break from classic chocolate-covered strawberries, serve instead fresh strawberries with custard.  This delicious custard tastes so good that no one will guess it takes minutes to prepare!
Vanilla Custard Recipe
Two envelopes of 1/2 cup vanilla pudding
1 3/4 cup Light cream
Brandy (optional)
Pinch of fresh grated nutmeg

In a large bowl, combine pudding and light cream.
Beat at high speed until combined.
Refrigerate for 30 minutes
Add brandy to taste and blend well.
Sprinkle with nutmeg. 
Serve with fresh strawberries.


 
Too early to drink? Have little ones in attendance? Fruit-flavored ciders will stand in for the toast.  Try Christian Regal's dark currant cider, my husband's favorite!  

For a sweet ambiance, chocolate scented candles in candy shapes set the holiday mood.


Roses are a must for any Valentine's Day celebration, and look especially festive layered in a dessert bowl.


HAVE A SWEET AND DELICIOUS VALENTINE'S DAY!

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