St. Patrick’s Day Charcuterie

Posted on March 15, 2023 by Erin

St. Patrick’s Day Charcuterie

By Erin

St. Patrick’s Day Charcuterie Board Yield: 6-7
Prep Time: 45 min
Total Time: 45 min

St. Patrick's Day Charcuterie Melissa's Produce

If you’re looking for something to feed a crowd this St. Patrick’s Day, then try this St. Patrick’s Day Charcuterie board! With lots of yummy options for everyone to choose from, it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser! Filled with lots of fresh produce from Melissa’s Produce.

INGREDIENTS:
1 pound Round Peppered Salami
1 pound Sliced Corned Beef
1 pound Round Salami
6-8 Boars Head Irish Cheddar, cut in triangles
1 cup Kerrygold Reserve Cheddar, cut into small chunks
1 cup KerryGold Dubliner, cut into small chunks
1 cup KerryGold Blarney Castle Cheese, cut into small chunks

1-2 slices Colby Jack Cheese Slices, in 1 4 leaf clover shape
1-2 English cucumber, sliced
1-2 cups broccoli florets
14-16 Asparagus stalks, trimmed
1 cup Snow peas
1⁄2 cup Green Olives
10-12 Pretzels, soft round balls
8-10 Rye Crackers
8-10 Wheat Crackers

1 Kiwi
1⁄2 cup Spicy brown mustard
1⁄2 cup 1000 Island dip
1⁄2 cup sauerkraut

INSTRUCTIONS
Salami Rose
Take your first slice of salami and place half of it in the glass with the remaining folded over the rim of the glass.
Take your second piece of salami and place it halfway over the first layer, half of it in the glass with the remaining folded over the rim of the glass.
Take your third piece of salami and place it halfway over the second layer, half of it in the glass with the remaining folded over the rim of the glass
Keep going around the glass until you’ve used all 9 pieces of salami. Take your glass and turn it upside down and lightly press the salami pieces on top of the board, upside down.
Remove the salami from the shot glass, set the rose to the side.

Colby Jack 4 Leaf Clover Cheese
Take your 4 leaf clover cutter and press out the leaf clover with the colby jack cheese slice. Set to the side.

Charcuterie Board
Add the ramekins for the sauerkraut, 1000 island and spicy mustard on the board.

Take your peppered salami and fold it in half and then fold it again into quarters. Stack the salami together in a line, use a toothpick to hold the salami together. Set to the side.
Take your corned beef and roll it.

Set to the side.
Place all of the cheese on the board.
Keep each individual type / flavor of cheese separate from each other. Place the vegetables on the board.
Add the deli rose, rolled corned beef, and peppered salami on the board. Place the soft pretzels on the board in the center.
Add the green olives on the board,
Add the Kiwi as a garnish.

ENJOY!

A Man Called Otto

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Erin

A Man Called Otto

By Erin

Based on the # 1 New York Times bestseller “A Man Called Ove,” A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grump who no longer sees purpose in his life following the loss of his wife. Otto is ready to end it all, but his plans are interrupted when a lively young family moves in next door, and he meets his match in quick-witted Marisol. She challenges him to see life differently, leading to an unlikely friendship that turns his world around. A heartwarming and funny story about love, loss, and life, A Man Called Otto shows that family can sometimes be found in the most unexpected places.

A Man Called Otto shares the importance of community and the sense of belonging that forces Otto to continue living. Watching Otto struggle with moments of hopelessness and self-doubt that weigh heavily on his conscience will tug at your heartstrings. The movie is amusing and charming and feels like a warm hug from a dear friend, make sure to have some tissues nearby for this one!

The film is available on Digital, Blu-ray and DVD now!

BLU-RAY™, DVD AND DIGITAL BONUS MATERIALS

Breaking The Rules: Making A Man Called Otto: Go behind the scenes with the incredible cast and crew for an exploration of the filmmaking process that brought A Man Called Otto to the screen!
‘Til You’re Home Music Video

In The Studio With Rita Wilson & Sebastián Yatra: Go inside the recording studio with Rita Wilson and Sebastián Yatra as they discuss how the collaboration for the film’s hauntingly beautiful end credit song “‘Til You’re Home” came to life.

Deleted Scene: When Marisol needs a ride, Otto must make quick adjustments to his car.

CAST AND CREW

Directed By: Marc Forster

Screenplay By: David Magee

Based on the novel “En Man Som Heter Ove” By Fredrik Backman

And The Film “En Man Som Heter Ove” By Hannes Holm

Produced by: Fredrik Wikström Nicastro, Rita Wilson, Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman

Executive Producers: Marc Forster, Renée Wolfe, Louise Rosner, David Magee, Michael Porseryd, Tim King, Sudie Smyth, Steven Shareshian, Celia Costas, Neda Backman, Tor Jonasson

Cast: Tom Hanks, Mariana Treviño, Rachel Keller, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Truman Hanks, Mike Birbiglia

SPECS

Run Time: 126 minutes

Rating: This film is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association for the following reasons: mature thematic material involving suicide attempts, and language.

Blu-ray™: Feature: 1080p High Definition / 1.85:1 | Audio: English 5.1 DTS-HD MA | Audio Description Tracks Stereo
DVD: Feature: 1.85:1 Anamorphic Widescreen | Audio Description Tracks Stereo

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Twitter: @amancalledotto

Instagram:@amancalledotto

Facebook: facebook.com/AManCalledOtto

Hashtag: #AManCalledOtto

Lucky Shamrock Shake

Posted on March 2, 2023 by Erin

Lucky Shamrock Shake

By Erin

Lucky Shamrock Shake anyone? It’s Shamrock season! Here’s a fun adult twist on the Shamrock Shake for Saint Patrick’s Day. This cool, minty shake is made even better spiked with some vanilla vodka, Irish Cream, and Creme De Menthe. This is perfect for Saint Patrick’s Day or any Spring gathering! It’s sure to be a hit and might be requested for more than just this time of year. 😉 This is one I could sip on all year long! For a kid friendly St. Patrick’s Day drink, check out St. Patrick’s Day Hot Chocolate. Topped with Lucky Charms, the kids will be begging you to make this.

Lucky Shamrock Shake Yield: 2 8 oz tall glasses Prep Time: 5 min Total Time: 5 min

Ingredients:
2 oz Vanilla Vodka
2 oz Irish Cream Liquor
1 oz Creme De Menthe
1⁄4 cup Chocolate Mint baking chips

Whip Cream
Mint
Cherries

2 cups Mint chocolate chip ice cream

Instructions:
Add the ice cream, vanilla vodka, Irish cream liqueur, creme de menthe, vanilla, and baking chips to a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth. Pour the shake into two tall glasses.
Garnish with whipped cream, mint and cherries.

ENJOY! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!