Emeril Lagasse doesn’t need an introduction. He’s an amazing man, with quite a resume under his belt. Emeril is a TV chef and an author of 15+ cookbooks, and one of those cookbooks is Emeril’s Potluck, which I am now the proud owner of.
I love this cookbook and it’s huge offering of crowd-pleasing meals, appetizers, side dishes, drinks and desserts. All are perfect for any gathering involving food. And seriously, what’s a gathering without food?
When I first opened the cookbook, I was pleasantly surprised at the sheer number of recipes he has included, at least 150, though I’m sure more. And there is something for everyone which is always good.
I couldn’t decide what to make first, but Cowboy Chicken Casserole, Retro Ambrosia and Honey Spice Cake are at the top of my list of to-try soon. For now I made Emeril’s Champagne punch, which is absolutely perfect for New Year’s and is on our menu to share that night again. This cookbook is actually perfect for New Years with all of it’s great dishes perfect for family and friend time.
Guess what? I am giving away a copy of Emeril’s Potluck to one lucky Daily Dish Recipes reader TODAY only. Here’s how to win:
- Mandatory Entry: Follow me on twitter and join in the #SundaySupper chat on Sunday, December 30, 2012 at 7pmEST. Retweet my cookbook giveaway shout out during the chat and you are automatically entered to win Emeril’s Potluck from me. I will make it clear which one I want retweeted.
- Mandatory Entry: Leave a comment below and tell me what your favorite Emeril recipe is and what makes it so special to you.
- Extra Entries (not mandatory): You can get extra entries in addition to the above mandatory entries by liking me on facebook, following me on pinterest, tweeting this recipe post and leaving me a comment on another recipe on my blog. That is four additional entries. Just make sure you come back and tell me what you did so I can include those entries too. Good luck!
Guess what else? I made no variations to the original Emeril recipe, because it is absolutely perfect as written. You and your guests will love it!
Emeril’s Potluck: Champagne Punch Recipe
A wonderful, full flavor champagne punch by Emeril Lagasse from his cookbook Emeril's Potluck. Perfect for holiday's or brunches or to celebrate just because. Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, Emeril’s Potluck, William Morrow Publishers, New York, 2004
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup superfine sugar
- ½ cup orange liqueur, recommended: Grand Marnier
- ½ cup Triple Sec
- ½ cup cognac
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- 2 bottles chilled dry Champagne or sparkling wine
- Orange or lemon slices
- Fresh strawberries, optional
Instructions
- Combine the lemon juice, sugar, orange liqueur, Triple Sec, cognac, and orange juice in a non-reactive bowl and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the Champagne and stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
- Pour into a decorative bowl or pitcher. Garnish with orange or lemon slices and fresh strawberries, if desired. Serve in Champagne flutes, wine glasses, or punch cups.
Sunday Supper NYE Potluck Drinks:
- Champagne Punch by girlichef
- Champagne Punch by Daily Dish Recipes
- Chi Chi Cocktails by The Messy Baker Blog
Sunday Supper NYE Potluck Starters:
- Spiced Nuts by Home Cooking Memories
- Spiced Nuts by Mama.Mommy.Mom
- Prosciutto Breadsticks & Spiced Nuts by Galactosemia in PDX
Sunday Supper NYE Potluck Dishes and Sandwiches:
- Sopressata and Genoa Salami Calzones by The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
- Paul’s Make the Whole Crew Happy Sausage Meatballs with Red Gravy by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Paul’s Make the Whole Crew Happy Sausage Meatballs with Red Gravy by Craving’s of a Lunatic
- Three Cheese Veggie Sandwich by Supper for a Steal
- Three Cheese Veggie Sandwich by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Three Cheese Veggie Sandwich by Diabetic Foodie
- Columbia Street Grinder by The Weekend Gourmet
- Columbia Street Grinder by She likes ruffles, he likes truffles
- Columbia Street Grinder by Momma’s Meals
- Emeril’s Columbia Street Grinder Kicked Up a Notch New Orleans Style by The Catholic Foodie
- Eggplant Muffuletta by Mom’s Test Kitchen
- New Orleans Style Garlic BBQ Shrimp by Comfy Cuisine
Sunday Supper NYE Desserts:
- New Orleans-Style Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce by Magnolia Days
- New Orleans-Style Bread Pudding with 2 Sauces by Juanita’s Cocina
- Angel Cake Sandwiches by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Coffee Cake with Crumble Topping and Brown Sugar Glaze by Damn Delicious
Disclaimer: I was provided with a copy of Emeril’s Potluck from the publisher along with another copy for the giveaway. All opinions are my own, and reflect my honest opinion of the product.
Nicole Cook is the owner/editor of Daily Dish Recipes, a lifestyle blog with an emphasis on food/cooking/cocktails and much more.
She calls the Midwest home – Missouri to be exact. Coffee is her go-to drink, music is her vice and she is endlessly tethered with devices to her online world. She loves all things planner, lives for her great big family and loves her pets endlessly!
Her motto in life: Live Simply, Dream Big, Be Grateful, Give Love, Laugh Lots. Always, always laugh lots.
Bea
Beautiful!!! I live anything sparkling 🙂
Renee
What a lovely photo! I love the colors and it is very festive.
Family Foodie
This picture makes me smile… it reminds me of sunshine! Just gorgeous. Thank you so much for all your support, encouragement, and for always being there for me in 2012. Cheers to you my friend!
Martin D. Redmond
This looks waaay better than Mimosa, and I think I’ve got (mostly) everything. I’ll have to give it a try!
Shelby | Diabetic Foodie
Looks like the perfect New Year’s beverage!
Katie
This punch seriously sounds amazing. I want a glass!
Jen @JuanitasCocina
You have leftovers right? I’ll be right over.
Let’s ring in 2013 in style, baby!
Heather @girlichef
Such a beautiful, sunny photo! This is definitely the perfect drink to enjoy with friends and family. Wishing you a very happy new year, Nicole 🙂
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Nicole, I love how the color of the punch pops in your photos! Can’t wait to try this… next year!
Jennie @themessybakerblog@
Nicole, this punch sounds delicious. I love champagne! You up for a New Year’s Eve guest 😉 Happy New Year! It has been a pleasure working with you in 2012; looking forward to the year to come.
Stephanie Zielinski
I really enjoyed your pictures, nice work!! This is a great recipe to share with friends and family. Cheers to a happy 2013!
Liz
Wow, what a gorgeous color…and from the ingredient list, this sounds perfectly scrumptious! Perfect for New Year’s or any celebration! Happy New Year, Nicole!
Lane @ Supper for a Steal
Perfect for New Years! This Potluck book sounds amazing I think I need to get my hands on it.
Laura Hunter | Small Wallet Big Appetite
The Cowboy Chicken Casserole made it to the top of my list of recipes to try as well. I love how many of the recipes are traditional dishes that I have made before but with the typical Emeril ‘kick’.
Nancy @ gottagetbaked
I LOVE this punch! I can’t wait to make it. It might have to go into a weekly rotation, lol. Gorgeous photos too – such pretty, festive styling. I hope you have a fabulous New Years with your family, Nicole. May 2013 only bring you bigger and better things!
Hezzi-D
Great picture! I love Emeril’s late night pasta recipe-it’s fast, it’s easy, it’s delicious!
Carol Yemola
This Champagne Punch recipes will be at the top of my list!
Conni Smith
Great photo! Makes me thirsty! 🙂
Wendy Wofford-Garcia
Fruity and bubbly is a fab combo…I would ring the new year with this punch for sure!
Theresa
I need to try this champagne punch!! Off the top of my head I can’t think of any Emeril recipes I’ve made. If I win a cookbook that’ll change 😉
Theresa
I like you on Facebook and Pinterest 🙂
Shannon
The New Orleans Style Garlic BBQ Shrimp because New Orleans is a special town to me…I was there just before Hurricane Katrina and haven’t been able to make it back there but the food there was so amazing and the people were so amazing too. I was so sad after they went through that.
@Frogger097
@S_thirtymommy
The New Orleans bread pudding with whiskey sauce because I love bread pudding but have always found it sort of dry…would love to try his whiskey sauce!
Chandra Christine O'Connor
Irish lamb stew hubby is 1/2 Irish his father was from Ireland and loves lamb and stew, @abbeyruby
Susan
This punch sounds so refreshing for a NYE party or anytime really! I need to keep this recipe in mind.