Derby Day - what are you making?!?!?!?!

15 years ago

So the reality has finally sunk in. For the last several years there have been more kids in attendance than adults (much to my chagrin) and I have to make more kid friendly food than usual. I miss the days of a vat of Jambalaya, a few appys and a couple of gallons of Mint Juleps and everyone was happy! Life was so much easier then!

So I need suggestions for a few kid friendly foods. I will have a few dozen hot dogs (one family I invite has an interesting son... last year he ate 14 hot dogs and chugged a 6 pack of Coke on a dare, he's 11 btw) and some fresh fruit, chips, juice boxes, water, and store bought ice cream sandwiches and brownies.

I am also open to adult food ideas, the only absolute is Jambalaya (and Mint Juleps), there are people who talk about it year after year and how it is the best they have ever had.

I was also going to make:

Crab Canoe (hot crab dip in a hollow bread)

Hummus and pita

marinated veggie platter

deviled eggs

Sue's "crap cakes" (old CF joke there)

Ceaser Salad

Kentucky Derby Pie (Pecan pie with bourbon and chocolate)

Stuffed Strawberries

Help me out here gang - what else do I make for the kiddos? I know a few families will bring appy or dessert items to share, but I am worried about the variety and amount for 25 kids.

Thanks in advance, and I cant wait to see what you are making!

Alexa

And PRAY for nice weather! If all those kids are in my house I WILL have a nervous breakdown!

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lindac
15 years ago
Kids? You got it right the first time....hot dogs!
Oh you might vary the offering with little smokies....but...I mean what are you going to serve them? Salad????
I won't be doing a "derby day".....sigh....if the weather is decent....it will be an out door day!....with maybe a quick julep at race time. ( if there is such a thing!)
But I think I may have to get out with the hair dryer to try to force the mint a bit!!
Linda C
caliloo
Original Author
15 years ago
GEEZ Linda! Hop on a Travelocity flight to Philly, I will pick you up Sat morning, party your butt off, spend the night (or two) and we will get you back to the airport in plenty of time for the next funeral lunch!

I would love to have a Julep or two with you!

Alexa
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Tracey_OH
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Sounds like a fun party! In my experience, kids usually take a few bites of their hot dog, maybe some chips, suck down several capri suns, and all the dessert. They absolutely love cupcakes and cookies-anything portable :)

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Lisa Hayes
15 years ago
As a native Louisvillian, here are a few traditional party favorites:
Hot Browns--they can be made into minis--and please don't use deli turkey.
Beef Tenderloin with Henry Bain sauce
Benedictine Dip
Derby Pie--a must!

You can Google the Henry Bain Sauce and Benedictine and get a slew of recipes.
gbsim1
15 years ago
I think of Jambalaya as kid friendly!! I think you've got it covered and it sounds like a great party.

I haven't even realized that it was this weekend. I've got a bumper crop of mint .... would somebody share a T&T julep recipe? I made some once and they weren't the greatest, but I'd like to try again. After all living in the Deep South, I think I should be able to serve a decent Julep!

Grace
coconut_nj
15 years ago
If you want something besides hot dogs for the kids how about pork roll? Kids love pork roll. You need the same condiments as the hotdogs so you're all set there. Just need burger buns. The slices could be piled in a crock pot or electric skillet to keep warm. We buy the big 6lb Cases and slice it ourselves to make it cheaper, but slices would be fine.

Anytime we are serving groups of kids we have to include macaroni and cheese. There are some kids who only eat that for half their childhood. LOL.. But really, there are few kids that don't like it.
lindac
15 years ago
ACH!! Taylor Pork Roll!!......and there is none to be had anywhere in Iowa!!
Now I won't be able to think of anything else for days!!!
Thick slice.....on a flat top grill.....buttered bun also on the grill.....with mayo lettuce tomato and onion....
sigh....
coconut_nj
15 years ago
Are you sure you prefer Taylors? It's so salty that I can't use it any more. And I'm a pretty major salt consumer. Case's ships. Smiles. Hurry though, they stop shipping for the summer in June sometime.

Here is a link that might be useful: Case's PorkRoll
malna
15 years ago
A Hot Brown sounds really good right now.

Here is a link that might be useful: Ideas and Recipes for Kentucky Derby Parties
lindac
15 years ago
Never had Case's that I remember....but I do remember the Jersey Ham on the boardwalk.....so I must have eaten it somewhere.
I really wonder why they don't ship it frozen to stores....but I guess their production isn't enough.
Lastnignt I went and looked.....and the mint is going gangbusters.
The worst hangover I have ever had was due to mint Juleps at a Derby party.
I think that's what turned me into a Scotch drinker...
Now to find out what Harry Bain sauce is.
Linda C
Bizzo
15 years ago
mmmm, I'm thinking a Hot Brown does sound good. Thanks Malna for the link.

I don't normally cook for Derby Day... but maybe I will...
caliloo
Original Author
15 years ago
The Hot Browns would be terrific, but since they are predicting rain (GGGRRRRRRRR) the house will be FILLED with kids of all ages and they will be getting on my last nerve. I need EASY at this point!.

I am also thinking the Crab Canoe and "crap cakes" may be too much crab and will probably substitute something else for the crap cakes.... It really needs to be a "do ahead" that I can just reheat (or serve cold). I am off to scout Malna's link for inspiration!

Thanks again everyone - and I have never had Case's pork roll either - I am going to have to look for it!

Alexa
chase_gw
15 years ago
The kids might enjoy the Ultimate Grilled Cheese....

No matter what you serve it's going to be a great party, I just know it!

Those Hot Browns sound way good!
caliloo
Original Author
15 years ago
omg Sharon - I had JUST added your Ulitmate Grilled CHeese to the short list. GMTA! IT will be awesome with the Jambalaya too!

THnaks! I do make that a LOT!

Alexa
ruthanna_gw
14 years ago
One party food I used to make for kids was meat loaf bites. I'd mix up a batch of meat loaf and fill mini-muffin cups half full. Then I'd add a cube of cheddar cheese and more meat loaf mixture, squishing it down to enclose the cheese. Bake at 350 for about 15 to 20 minutes.
I'd usually make ahead and refrigerate after baking. then reheat in the microwave and add a little circle of ketchup on top.

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