Summer is winding down and the children are thinking about going back to school, so what better time to do some simple gourmet dishes for the final family gatherings of the season? These sound more intimidating than they are. The recipes are found by Googling the dish. You may find several versions. Use the one that fits your region and budget.
1ST COURSE ~ Appetizer
Spicy blue fin tuna tartar with scallion and carrot on a wonton chip
2ND COURSE ~ Salad
Panzanella - Tuscan tomato and bread salad with blue lake green beans, torn basil and goat cheese
3RD COURSE ~ Soup
Puree of Mushroom Soup - Served with chanterelles brandy cream
4th Course ~ Fish Entrée
Open face lobster lasagna with squash blossoms and a pine nut coulis
5th Course ~ Meat Entrée
New York strip with pancetta and cheddar hash, zucchini florets
6th Course ~ Dessert
Summer berries with brown sugar and sour crème
Sweet Teas & Cafee
Enjoy the days of Indian Summer. Bon appetite!
Chef Pierre – Gourmet Meals Made Simply Delicious
Summer into Fall
by DeGrey