Holiday Entertaining Holiday Idea Book 2016 | Page 10

START a new tradition Rack of Lamb While turkey and ham might be the traditional favorites, consider treating your family to something new. Crown roasts, racks of lamb, salmon and other meat courses can serve as savory alternatives for the main course at your holiday feast. An impressive presentation that is surprisingly easy to prepare at home. Simple herbs, like rosemary, thyme, garlic and parsley help to highlight the flavor of the lamb. Ask your butcher to french the rack. He will trim the meat from the bone for the best presentation. Salmon With its exceptional nutritional value and ease of preparation, salmon is the perfect go-to for a time saving and delicious main dish. Prepared simply in a way that will keep it moist and tender, it is sure to become a new favorite during the holidays. Ask your butcher for the freshest whole salmon side or fillet. Crown Roast Known as the juiciest and most succulent cut of pork, the crown roast is a holiday favorite. Combine the delicious taste with its truly elegant presentation, and you have a meal that is set to impress. Cooking with the bones in adds to the flavor and the moistness of the meat. Ask your butcher to french the bones, trimming away any excess fat from the roast. FIND RECIPES FOR THESE MAIN COURSES AND MORE AT MYPRICECHOPPER.COM