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Kaijuhedorah
15 years ago
Hello everyone,

Ok so senior prom is coming up in a few weeks, and i've decided to take my date on a picnic instead of eating at a restaurant for dinner, due to the fact that i lack the money. What im wondering is, any suggestions on what i should cook for her?







Thanks in advance!
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Yuriel1
15 years ago
Call for Pizza or McDonald delivery
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Lennart
15 years ago
fried chicken!
or do something simple... like fruits
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Jacob
15 years ago
Kaijuhedorah wrote...
Hello everyone,

Ok so senior prom is coming up in a few weeks, and i've decided to take my date on a picnic instead of eating at a restaurant for dinner, due to the fact that i lack the money. What im wondering is, any suggestions on what i should cook for her?

Thanks in advance!


Don't go too crazy. Something simple that shows you put a little effort into it, but not to the point of obsessing.
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Lost_Hero
15 years ago
Hmmm...If it's for prom I'd suggest some sort of Italian menu. Of course depending on what you make it could completely ruin your clothing if you aren't careful when eating it. Lasagna or some form of Pasta with a salad to the side and some french bread would make for a good dinner. That should be a cheap and quick alternative.

I'd also suggest baking(?) a chicken in the oven with some mashed potatoes, some white/fried rice as a side dish, and some form of salad.

Oh and for desert I'd either go with an Ice cream sundae, or an apple pie. You can never go wrong with pie. :3

Good luck.
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Masterwolf
15 years ago
Grilled chicken breasts can work well since they can be served hot or cold and can also be made into a tasty sandwich. Potato salad, or coleslaw make a nice side dish. All are pretty easy to make but still show you put some effort into it.
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GoodDay
15 years ago
Forum Image: http://www.wpclipart.com/food/meals/sandwich/sandwich_toothpick_olive.png
^This but more ingredients used. (Don't forget the olive at the top. It shows you actually put effort into this picnic)

Forum Image: http://www.imperfectwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/picnic_basket.jpg
^Get this basket and make decorations and organize fruits and food into colorful and catchy order.

That is what I would do with my gf cuz she's a fan of cute things, and she tells me this is something she would find really cute. :D

I hope the dinner goes well!
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Longevity
15 years ago
Do you want it a fancy picnic? Or do you want it a real picnic?

Answer this and I'll see what I can think of.
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Kaijuhedorah
15 years ago
GoodDay wrote...
Forum Image: http://www.wpclipart.com/food/meals/sandwich/sandwich_toothpick_olive.png
^This but more ingredients used. (Don't forget the olive at the top. It shows you actually put effort into this picnic)

Forum Image: http://www.imperfectwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/picnic_basket.jpg
^Get this basket and make decorations and organize fruits and food into colorful and catchy order.

That is what I would do with my gf cuz she's a fan of cute things, and she tells me this is something she would find really cute. :D

I hope the dinner goes well!


Alright, now to go find said basket and blanket :D, i was thinking of going to the park near by where prom is, scenic part of the park i think would be effective.


Longevity wrote...
Do you want it a fancy picnic? Or do you want it a real picnic?

Answer this and I'll see what I can think of.


Not too fancy, but cute, where simplicity stays and impresses her.



Thanks for the ideas everyone!
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Amura
15 years ago
Salads~, cupcakes/muffins, GIANT SWIRLY LOLLIPOPS, club sammies with the crust cut off, FAIRY BREAD, summer fruits, ALCOHOL 8D
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Frankblack
15 years ago
make some skewers with cherry tomatoes mozzarella basil and balsamic vinegar. you can do a grilled chicken wrap with pesto and for dessert you can just do simple fresh strawberries dipped in chocolate.
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Longevity
15 years ago
Do some deviled eggs. They are great finger foods. And do a Pita filled with Chicken Salad.

Pita bread is a great because it is cheap but it isn't as bad as regular bread and looks better to the eyes.

Spoiler:
A good chicken salad recipe I've used before.
4 to 6 Boneless, skinless chicken Breasts
3 to 4 Sprigs Fresh rosemary or other herbs of your choice
1 Whole onion, peeled, quartered, PLUS 1/2 Cup finely chopped onion (The onion has a divided use)
3 Stems celery, finely chopped
1/2 Cup toasted almonds OR pecans (If using pecans coarsely chop to the size you like)
1/2 of 1 (6-ounce) package of craisins (Ocean Spray brand works well!)
salt and ground black pepper to taste
mayonnaise (Add to reach the consistancy you prefer)

How to make it
In large saucepan add chicken, rosemary, quartered onion and water to cover.
Cook until chicken is tender.
Discard water (Including onion and rosemary)
Cool chicken breasts and chop into small bits.
Place in large mixing bowl and add the 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh onion, chopped celery and salt and pepper to taste.
Blend in toasted almonds or pecans and Craisins.
Stir in mayonnaise until the salad is moist to your liking.
Serve on your favorite bread for a tasty sandwich or spread on your favorite crackers.
Then of course stuff the salad into the Pita not to much though because you don't wanna tear the bread. Then cut in half.


It may seem like a lot of work but believe me it isn't. You can get all of these Items in a grocery store at about $25-$30 dollars. A little extra effort in the kitchen has always gone a long way.

Longevity wrote...
Deviled Eggs

8 Large eggs

1 teaspoon (Celery Salt

1 teaspoon Paprika

1/4 cup Mayonnaise

A few quirts of mustard.

Hard Boil the Eggs. After they are done boiling put the eggs in a bath of ice water for about 15 minutes to cool them down. Remove the shell and cut them in half vertically removing the yolk from each side. Add the yolks to a separate bowl. Mix in the mayonnaise mustard and paprika until the egg yolks are creamy. If needed add more mayo. dollop the yolks back into the little craters and enjoy. Sprinkle a little Paprika on top of the eggs for a nice look.

They should look like this

Spoiler:
Forum Image: http://www.beckyhiggins.com/recipes/uploaded_images/deviled-eggs-new-1-787438.JPG
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Rusty Hammer
15 years ago
Consider your options carefuly. nothing messy or oily that can mess up your fancy pants. where i'm from all parks close 1/2hour after sunset, so one asshole cop can ruin the night by giving you both a ticket.

i've had cheap ass date success with selections of bread, cheese, cured meat, and good beer and/or wine. if you are too young for alcohol, go with water and fruit juice.
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Kaijuhedorah
15 years ago
Longevity wrote...
Do some deviled eggs. They are great finger foods. And do a Pita filled with Chicken Salad.

Pita bread is a great because it is cheap but it isn't as bad as regular bread and looks better to the eyes.

Spoiler:
A good chicken salad recipe I've used before.
4 to 6 Boneless, skinless chicken Breasts
3 to 4 Sprigs Fresh rosemary or other herbs of your choice
1 Whole onion, peeled, quartered, PLUS 1/2 Cup finely chopped onion (The onion has a divided use)
3 Stems celery, finely chopped
1/2 Cup toasted almonds OR pecans (If using pecans coarsely chop to the size you like)
1/2 of 1 (6-ounce) package of craisins (Ocean Spray brand works well!)
salt and ground black pepper to taste
mayonnaise (Add to reach the consistancy you prefer)

How to make it
In large saucepan add chicken, rosemary, quartered onion and water to cover.
Cook until chicken is tender.
Discard water (Including onion and rosemary)
Cool chicken breasts and chop into small bits.
Place in large mixing bowl and add the 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh onion, chopped celery and salt and pepper to taste.
Blend in toasted almonds or pecans and Craisins.
Stir in mayonnaise until the salad is moist to your liking.
Serve on your favorite bread for a tasty sandwich or spread on your favorite crackers.
Then of course stuff the salad into the Pita not to much though because you don't wanna tear the bread. Then cut in half.


It may seem like a lot of work but believe me it isn't. You can get all of these Items in a grocery store at about $25-$30 dollars. A little extra effort in the kitchen has always gone a long way.



:D sounds good, luckily im pretty decent at cooking, so i think i can manage.
Thanks Longevity


Mr.Shaggnificent wrote...
Consider your options carefuly. nothing messy or oily that can mess up your fancy pants. where i'm from all parks close 1/2hour after sunset, so one asshole cop can ruin the night by giving you both a ticket.

i've had cheap ass date success with selections of bread, cheese, cured meat, and good beer and/or wine. if you are too young for alcohol, go with water and fruit juice.


Alcohol? thats after-prom status. Im pretty sure the park where im going to, wouldn't close at that time. If anything, i got backup plans :D



Such great help, thanks!

Forum Image: http://muslimvoices.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/0focaccia_annalibera_3797712843.jpg

I think i'll make the sandwiches using focaccia bread.
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gizgal
15 years ago
That is such a cute (and thrifty!) idea! Hope it goes well.

MAKE SOMETHING CHOCOLATE, WE WIMMENS LOVES CHOCOLATE. ;3;
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Tsujoi Social Media Manager
15 years ago
gizgal wrote...
That is such a cute (and thrifty!) idea! Hope it goes well.

MAKE SOMETHING CHOCOLATE, WE WIMMENS LOVES CHOCOLATE. ;3;


Chocolate strawberries, since there's a surplus of them.
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Longevity
15 years ago
gizgal wrote...
That is such a cute (and thrifty!) idea! Hope it goes well.

MAKE SOMETHING CHOCOLATE, WE WIMMENS LOVES CHOCOLATE. ;3;



I'd lol if she was like "WTF IS THIS!!! I HATE CHOCOLATE" then she menstruates everywhere.
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Kaijuhedorah
15 years ago
Longevity wrote...
gizgal wrote...
That is such a cute (and thrifty!) idea! Hope it goes well.

MAKE SOMETHING CHOCOLATE, WE WIMMENS LOVES CHOCOLATE. ;3;



I'd lol if she was like "WTF IS THIS!!! I HATE CHOCOLATE" then she menstruates everywhere.


Sounds like the beginning of a funny prom story..."alright, i got one, this one time on prom night...."

gizgal wrote...
That is such a cute (and thrifty!) idea! Hope it goes well.

MAKE SOMETHING CHOCOLATE, WE WIMMENS LOVES CHOCOLATE. ;3;


Thanks Gizgal :D, Chocolate strawberries for sure.
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Rusty Hammer
15 years ago
I had a big dinner party once, but the bevrage clashed with the main dish*. we wound up drinking tap water. it was a surprise because i had had the bevrage and the dish before(seperately), and they were both good.

so what ever you decide on, be sure to sample it all together ahead of time.





*[size=10]both had artificial flavors in them, and together they tatsed like band-aids.[/h]
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Kaijuhedorah
15 years ago
Mr.Shaggnificent wrote...
I had a big dinner party once, but the bevrage clashed with the main dish*. we wound up drinking tap water. it was a surprise because i had had the bevrage and the dish before(seperately), and they were both good.

so what ever you decide on, be sure to sample it all together ahead of time.





*[size=10]both had artificial flavors in them, and together they tatsed like band-aids.[/h]


yeah, i plan on making test dishes.
Simple soda should be good.

Alright, i'll let you guys know if it turns out good.

Thanks!
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