Keeping Warm Dinner Party

Dinner Party Diaries – Volume 2  Issue 2

While it’s not fair to say that the “weather outside is frightful” applies everywhere, it is accurate for what things have been like around here lately.  Rather than staying inside and saying “see ya in spring,” I (of course) suggest a dinner party.  🙂  This is the perfect time of year to invite some friends over for a relaxed and cozy Keeping Warm Dinner Party! 

Need some ideas of what to serve at said Keeping Warm Dinner Party, keep reading to see what I have in mind.  

We’ll start with some tasty appetizers. I’ve got Sausage and Manchego Bites topped with keto honey and sugar free apricot preserves. Then we have some delicious Buffalo Chicken Dip from a guest.

For the main, we’ve got a Savory Spiced Beef Roast accompanied by some Keto Cheese Sliders and Broccoli with Roasted Red Peppers and Parmesan. To help everyone stay warm, we’ll add in some Savory Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Soup and my new Garlic and Roasted Red Pepper Scones (Dairy Free and With Dairy versions).

Finally, we’ll cap it all off with some Dairy Free Keto Peanut Butter Cookies and Keto Hot Chocolate.

I hope you give some of these a try and enjoy!

The Details

Number of People: 9

Serving Style: Appetizers = on the Table, Dinner and Dessert = Buffet Style 

Guest Arrival Time: 7:00 pm-ish

The Menu

Appetizers

Sausage & Manchego Bites – Just slice up some cooked sausage and pair it with some chunks of Manchego Cheese. Top each bite off with a drizzle of Keto Honey or Sugar Free Apricot Preserves.

Buffalo Chicken Dip (Brought by a Guest)

Mains

Savory Spiced Beef Roast

Sides

Savory Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Soup

Keto Cheese Sliders – Made with this Keto Flatbread and thick slices of Manchego Cheese

Garlic and Roasted Red Pepper Scones (Keto and Dairy Free Option)

Broccoli with Roasted Red Peppers and Parmesan

Dessert

Keto Peanut Butter Cookies (Dairy Free) with Keto Hot Chocolate

Wine Pairings

• Prisoner Wine Company Charbono Headlock (2018)
• Domaine Carneros Pinot Noir Le Ciel Serein (2018)
• Mumm Napa Grower Series Blanc de Blancs Sunset Vineyard (2017)

Sausage and Manchego Bites

Using, flavorful sausage, nutty Manchego, and a sweet dollop on top, these Sausage and Manchego Bites are super easy to make. They’re a perfect little bite to start off your dinner party!

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Savory Spiced Beef Roast

Seared for a beautiful, tasty exterior and then cooked low and slow to lock in all of the juices, this Savory Spiced Beef Roast is incredibly tender and full of flavor and incredibly tender. It’s the perfect star of your next dinner party menu!

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Savory Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Soup

This Savory Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Soup is a mouthwatering creation featuring tender chicken, cauliflower rice, and perfectly sautéed onions, carrots, and celery infused with a blend of aromatic herbs and spices. This delicious soup will tantalize the taste buds of you and your guests!

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Keto Garlic and Roasted Red Pepper Scones

Made with almond flour and infused with the bold flavors of garlic, roasted red peppers, and a blend of herbs and seasonings, these Keto Garlic and Roasted Red Pepper Scones are bursting with flavor. With both dairy and dairy-free versions, they’ll make the perfect addition to your next dinner party or a snack any time of the day. You and your guests will love all of this savory goodness!

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Broccoli with Roasted Red Peppers and Parmesan

Quick and easy, this Broccoli with Roasted Red Peppers and Parmesan makes a terrific side dish and is a great way to change up your broccoli game either for your next dinner party or a quick weeknight dinner!

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Keto Peanut Butter Cookies Dairy Free

These Keto Peanut Butter Cookies (Dairy Free) are the perfect treat to satisfy your salty-sweet cookie cravings without the carbs or dairy. Great for a cookie tray to share or just to keep to yourself, these cookies are sure to be a hit!

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