After far too many checks of the pantry and freezer, perusals of meal plans and browsing for ideas for the Holiday Meal(s), I decided I really did not want to cook.
When the pork roast you love isn’t enticing. The ham or turkey just isn’t inspiring. The favorite casserole just isn’t interesting. Time for a shift. Time for a Nosher’s Run!
What is a Nosher’s Run?
I’m not exactly sure where the name came from but what we have in our home has been referred to as a nosher’s run for decades. It could be an odd version of a tailgate party or a picnic. Basically, a nosher’s run is a collection of mostly finger foods that you nosh on over time. Think an old fashioned hors d’oeuvres party.
What’s on the Menu?
The menu is wide open. You can collect the things you are interested in. They might be home made or from the local deli or specialty counter not to mention the freezer section of your favorite store. It is up to you.
I started gathering things a while back with some vague idea of what I had in mind. Here are some of the things I’m considering.
- Sliced turkey, chicken &/or ham
- These can be made into sandwiches or added to crackers
- Add some tuna or salmon in some form or other
- Deviled Eggs might be nice
- Variety of crackers
- I love table water crackers but I also have a variety of crackers on hand.
- Variety of cheeses
- While I love a spreadable cheese, I also include slices of my favorites
- Dessert items
- Stollen is on the list this year. Aldi has a nice variety that are quite tasty
- Pie or cake in small slices.
- Feeling adventurous? A trifle would be grand but so would a simple pudding.
- Drinks
- Sparkling cider
- Coffee or tea
The sky might be the limit. Or, more likely, what you are inclined to make yourself along with finding in your local shops.
The best thing about a menu like this is that it changes, in some way or other, every time you do it.
So if you really are not in the mood for a huge holiday meal, why not try a nosher’s run instead?
