Real Simple – Francois et Moi https://francoisetmoi.com Making a Handmade Modern Home one DIY project at a time. Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:57:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://i0.wp.com/francoisetmoi.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Untitled-2-2.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Real Simple – Francois et Moi https://francoisetmoi.com 32 32 76357554 Christmas Morning Popovers https://francoisetmoi.com/uncategorized/christmas-morning-popovers/ Mon, 23 Dec 2013 17:14:24 +0000 http://francoisetmoi.com/?p=2665   With the big meal that usually graces us midway through Christmas Day, it’s often nice to serve something light, but still filling for breakfast during or after the big gift opening. Last year we made Real Simple’s quick and easy popovers (served with crème fraîche and berries) and it worked so well, I think we’ll do it again this year. With just five basic ingredients, the batter whips together in roughly 5 minutes, it’s divided between muffin cups, then popped in the oven so you can enjoy the gift opening without missing a beat.  Serve popovers with crème fraîche, jam, fresh berries, and you’ll have breakfast covered in no time. Check out Real Simple for the recipe!

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]]> 2665 Real Simple Entertaining https://francoisetmoi.com/uncategorized/real-simple-entertaining/ Tue, 05 Nov 2013 13:27:51 +0000 http://francoisetmoi.com/?p=680 Several years ago my longtime friend, Briony, introduced me to Real Simple Magazine, and I’ve been an avid reader ever since. I love their simple (easy) approach to hosting, recipes, social situations, and life in general. This weekend, I devoured the November issue, and with the Holiday season just ahead, I thought I’d highlight some of my favorite points from their feature, A Moveable Feast, which offers expert advise on easy entertaining. “Universal Party Truths: The first guest will arrive early. The pots and pans won’t be washed. And a half-dozen folks will squeeze into the kitchen while you’re still slicing and dicing. Instead of fighting the facts, finesse your game plan. With these clever tips from entertaining experts, you can keep holiday (or any day) guests happy and occupied–and make yourself less harried, from hello to good-bye.” -Deb Schwartz, A Moveable Feast Create a conducive party flow by staging easy access to the bar for guests upon arrival. Be prepared for kitchen congregating and give over the far end of your counter or island to appetizers for those who want to chat where the action is. Reserve certain small jobs for guests who want to help, such as setting out […]

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