Dinner Party Ideas

Cherry Almond Clafoutis. A french classic dessert that beautifully incorporates sweet cherries, almonds and a creamy baked custard.

Shrimp Cocktail Quiche. Make this easy recipe as a larger quiche for brunch or lunch or make them as mini quiche for parties or as a dinner party appetizer.

Apple Napoleons. A quick and easy dessert using frozen pastry and a few simple ingredients. Quick enough for weekday dinner or fancy enough for a dinner party.

Scallops au Gratin with Jarlsberg Cheese, an indulgently delicious appetizer course or served with a side salad and crusty bread for a special lunchtime meal. When I was first asked to develop a recipe using Jarlsberg cheese, my mind went in several directions; from a cheese and potato soup to a spring vegetable and Jarlsberg …

Easy Beef Bourguignonne Pot Pie in Corningware Meal Mugs – plus 2 other meal mug recipes; a microwaved smoked cheddar fondue and a chocolate orange mug cake! I do love a creative challenge in the kitchen and this Beef Bourgiugnonne Pot Pie was part of a pretty interesting one when I was asked by Corningware …

Tomato Avocado Feta Crostini. A simple, light fresh and delicious appetizer course, hors d’oeuvre, or even a light lunch.

Apple Roasted Pork Loin. A tender, juicy loin of pork roasted with an apple crust and glazed in a spiced apple, honey & cider vinegar reduction. Originally published on Jan 10, 2010. Apples and pork is a pretty traditional combination. I couldn’t count the number of ways I’ve put the two together in the past …

Cod a la Empire. fresh cod fillets filled with a herb and almond stuffing then wrapped in prosciutto and baked before being served with a fresh garlic and tomato compote.

Chicken Wellington with Country Cranberry Pecan Stuffing. tender chicken breast, cranberries and a delicious nut and breadcrumb stuffing, all wrapped in individual portions of puff pastry; dinner party perfect.

Garlic Oregano Chicken with Red Pepper Parmesan Tapenade and Crispy Pancetta. This recipe is quick & easy enough for a weekday dinner but impressive enough to serve at a dinner party as well.