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Fall and Winter Menu


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Mom’s Chicken Pie

Tender chicken in a creamy sauce topped with a buttermilk crust


Lemon Chicken

Broiled chicken in a delicious lemon, garlic, olive oil sauce


Chicken or Veal Piccata

Chicken breast cutlets/veal cutlets in a delicious Italian butter, white wine and lemon sauce


Chicken or Veal Marsala

Chicken breast cutlets/veal cutlets in a delicious Marsala Wine Sauce 

 


Parmesan Chicken

Sautéed breaded breasts topped with mozzarella cheese & marinara sauce, served over pasta

 

Beef Stroganoff

Tender strips of beef fillet in a creamy sauce, served over noodles


Veal Cutlets w/Thyme Butter Sauce

Panko crusted veal in a browned butter sauce


Shrimp Creole

Tender shrimp in a spicy Creole sauce, served over rice


Shrimp Scampi

Sautéed shrimp in a white wine garlic and butter sauce


Joe’s Ginger-glazed Salmon Fillet

Salmon fillet broiled with a ginger-glazed sauce with onions  


Rosemary Dijon Lamb Chops

Thick bone-in lamb chops slathered in Dijon and fresh rosemary served in a rosemary cream sauce


Herb Roasted Leg of Lamb

Oven Roasted Leg of Lamb that has been rubbed with a blend of 8 herbs and spices

 

She Crab Soup

A classic dish featuring jumbo lump crab meat, sweet cream and sherry

 

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes

Jumbo lump crab meat with celery, scallions and spices


Baked Scallops with Lemon, Thyme & Butter

Sea Scallops baked in a tangy buttermilk sauce with lemon, fresh thyme and drizzled with butter

 

Baby Back Ribs

Slow-baked with a secret ingredient. So tender!


Creole Pork Chops and White Beans

Thick spicy boneless chops served on a bed of Creole white beans


Smothered Filets

Beef tenderloin filets grilled and topped with caramelized onions and blue cheese

 

 

Beef
 

Steak Pizzaiola

Marinated slices of sirloin steak in an Italian tomato sauce

 
Pepper Steak

Strips of sirloin, soy sauce, peppers, onions and tomatoes served over rice


Country Style Steak & Gravy

Tender chopped steak slow cooked in a rich brown gravy with onions

 

Slow Cooked Short Ribs with Savory Sauce

Bone-in short ribs slowly cooked and basted with onions, brown sugar, tomato & thyme

 

Apple & Brown Sugar Corned Beef

A whole corned beef brisket slow cooked with carrots, potatoes and cabbage in a sauce laced with sweet apples and spicy mustard

 

Ginger Beef Stir Fry

Beef strips in an Oriental sauce with broccoli, carrots and onions


Flank Steak Dijon

Pan-fried flank steak in a Dijon mustard, vermouth sauce with capers

 

Chipotle Lime Flank Steak 

Flank steak marinated in Adobo sauce, lime and garlic

 

 Pastitsio

 Authentic Greek beef and pasta casserole topped with the traditional creamy white sauce

 

 
Creamy Swiss Steak

Fall-apart tender beef slow cooked in a creamy mushroom sauce.  Served over egg noodles

 

Maple Mustard Glazed Balsamic Steaks with Blue Cheese

Marinated skirt steak is grilled, sliced and drizzled with a Balsamic Maple Dijon reduction then sprinkled with Blue Cheese

 

Beef Fillets with Blue Cheese Portobello Mushroom Sauce

Very rich recipe with red wine, tarragon, butter and sour cream finishing the sauce


Coconut Beef Curry with Noodles

Sirloin strips with onions and red bell peppers in a Thai Coconut Curry Sauce.  Served over Angel-hair Pasta

 

Beef Stuffed Peppers

Red, yellow and green bell peppers filled with beef in a tomato sauce

 

Black Forest Pot Roast

Chuck roast with mushrooms, onions, red wine, Dijon and garlic slowly cooked in the crock pot

 

 

Poultry

 Chicken with Cider & Bacon Sauce

 Chicken cutlets sauteed, then coated with a pan glaze made with bacon and apple cider

 

Roasted Red Pepper Chicken

Boneless, skinless breasts with tomatoes, black beans, roasted red peppers and herbs


Chicken Amaretto

Boneless chicken breasts sautéed in a scrumptious Amaretto orange sauce

 

Chicken Dijon with Wilted Spinach

Boneless chicken breasts in a tangy Dijon pan sauce served over fresh wilted spinach

 

Chicken with Figs & Blue Cheese

 Boneless, skinless chicken thighs with Mission figs for sweetness and balsamic and orange zest, give this dish a tangy twist.  Finished with creamy Gorgonzola cheese.



Poppyseed Chicken Casserole

Tender pulled chicken in a creamy poppyseed gravy baked to perfection



Heather’s Amazing Honey Garlic Roasted Chicken

Bone-in chicken pieces roasted with fresh garlic, honey and Balsamic Vinegar


Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

Tender chicken pieces baked with Cheddar & Swiss Cheese, mushrooms and roasted red sweet pepper tossed with spaghetti


Apricot Mustard Glazed Chicken

Boneless chicken breasts glazed in a sweet and tangy sauce made with apricots, Dijon and lemon


Dijon-Tarragon Chicken

Boneless skinless breasts cooked in a delicate mustard tarragon cream sauce


Creamy Ranch Chicken

Sautéed boneless, skinless breasts surrounded by a creamy Parmesan Ranch sauce with bacon

 

Raspberry-Balsamic Glazed Chicken

Boneless, skinless breasts with red onions in a refreshing raspberry balsamic sauce

Thai Chicken

 Slow cooked boneless chicken in a creamy coconut ginger curry peanut sauce served over thin noodles and finished with cilantro and lime<

 

Chicken Tetrazzini with Prosciutto and Peas

This hallmark of Southern casseroles gets an update with the addition of prosciutto and peas to the traditional ingredients of pasta, chicken, Parmesan and mushrooms

 

Soups and Stews

 

 Texas Tortilla Soup

Spicy chicken soup with vegetables including jalapeno peppers! Topped with sour cream and cheddar cheese and served with Tostitos

Italian Sausage & Kale Soup

Flavorful and healthy soup with sweet Italian sausage, fresh kale, potaotes and herbs

 Italian Wedding Soup

Meatballs, spinach, orzo, Parmesan and beef broth make up this traditional soup served at Italian weddings

 Lemony Creamed Spinach Soup

Fresh spinach is cooked down with cream and garnished with fresh lemon zest

 

Tomato Tortellini Bisque

Cheese filled tortellini is stirred in a velvety creamy tomato broth with chives and onions

 

Creamy Cauliflower & Bacon Soup

Steamed cauliflower is pureed for a creamy texture then topped with crumbled bacon

 

Black Bean Soup with Chili, Coconut & Lime

Thai-spiced soup with just a hint of heat


Chicken & White Bean Chili

A hearty, healthy twist on traditional chili you’re sure to love


Game Day Chili

Traditional chili made with ground beef, tomatoes, chilies, brown sugar and jalapenos

 
Vegetable Soup with Sweet Basil

Potatoes, leeks, zucchini and tomatoes are just a few of the fresh, healthy veggies in this delicious soup


Asian Shrimp Stew w/Steamed Rice

Bell peppers, ginger and scallops add a wonderful flavor to this hearty stew with plump shrimp and rice


Green Chili with Chicken
 

Hearty chili with tender chicken, green chilies, corn and cannellini beans

 

 Spicy Seafood Stew

Cod or your favorite white fish with vegetables in a spicy tomato based stew

  

Lentil and Mushroom Stew

Italian vegetarian stew that also includes portabellas, leeks, potatoes, beans and carrots

   

Seafood

 

Spicy Island Shrimp

Shrimp in a spicy tomato sauce

 Low Country Shrimp and Cheese Grits

Plump, juicy shrimp are sautéed in butter with garlic, lemon and savory bacon, then served atop creamy grits with two cheeses


 Tuna with Roasted Tomato, Onion & White Beans

Seared tuna steaks over a savory tomato mixture

 
Baked Lemon Butter Salmon

Fresh salmon fillets gently baked and simply drizzled with a fresh lemon butter sauce


 Salmon with White Wine Mustard Sauce

Fresh salmon fillet served with a white wine and Dijon mustard sauce with shallots

Pesto Salmon

Salmon fillet baked with a basil pesto crust


 Pacific Rim Tuna Steaks

Fresh Yellow Fin Tuna in an Asian sesame sauce

 

Seafood Bisque Casserole

Shrimp, crab and scallops baked in a cream, sherry sauce and topped with breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese

 

Sweet and Sour Tuna Steak

Fresh tuna steaks with onions in a refreshing sauce

 

Spanish Baked Fish

Halibut baked with diced tomatoes, bell peppers and onion with lemon and garlic

 

Greek Shrimp with Feta

Plump shrimp are sautéed with peppers, onions and savory herbs, then finished with a creamy tomato sauce with Feta cheese

 

Tilapia with Artichokes and Sun Dried Tomatoes

Flaky sweet Tilapia Fillets, pan sauteed, then topped with a creamy lemon sauce with tender artichokes and tangy sun dried tomatoes

 

Best Seattle Salmon Cakes

Freshly poached salmon is mixed with basil, green onions, garlic and cream to form tender pan-sauteed patties.  Served with a tomato basil cream sauce

Baked Scallops with Lemon, Thyme & Butter

Mild sea scallops baked in a simple sauce to highlight the flavors of the scallops

 

Venetian Scallops

Seared sea scallops in a white wine tomato served over fettuccine

 

Ginger Orange Tuna

Tuna steaks marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, brown sugar, fresh orange juice and ginger, then seared to perfection


Mediterranean Snapper

Baked Red Snapper in a tomato based sauce topped with fresh crunchy green beans, black olives and garlic

 

Veal, Lamb & Pork


Veal Cutlets with Thyme Butter Sauce

Panko bread crumbs give tender veal a light, crunchy coating that pairs beautifully with shallots and fresh chives in a lemon butter, white wine sauce with fresh herbs

 

Veal Saltimbocca

Veal scallops with prosciutto in a Marsala Wine Sauce

 

Veal Adriana

Veal scallops in a rich white wine, Dijon mustard and cream sauce

 

Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops

Marinated chops, broiled and topped with a delicate sauce

 

Dijon-Rosemary Lamb Chops

Chops sautéed in a white wine, mustard and cream sauce

 

Honey Mustard Pork Tenderloin

Tender slices of pork in a sweet and tangy vinegar mustard sauce

 

Balsamic Pork Scallopine

Thin pork scallopine lightly sauteed in a sauce of balsamic vinegar, garlic, basil ad roasted sweet red peppers

 

Pork Medallions with Gorgonzola Cream
 
 Herb seasoned tender pork medallions are sauteed, then drizzled with a Balsamic reduction.  Served over fettuccine in a Gorgonzola cream sauce
 

Pepper Glazed Pork Chops

Red Pepper jelly makes a glaze for these chops that is flavorful and delicious 

 

Savory Stuffed Pork Chops

Boneless chops stuffed with spinach and sage stuffing

 

Parmesan Pork Roast

Tender pork roast marinated in honey, soy sauce, garlic and herbs with a Parmesan crust

 

Wild Mushroom and Bacon Pie

Sweet mellow garlic, bacon, onion and mushrooms mix with cream cheese and Sharp cheddar in this heary dinner pie

 

Tomato Florentine Quiche

A hearty dinner quiche with fresh spinach, diced tomatoes, Italian seasonings with bacon, mozzarella and cheddar

 

Pasta & Lasagna

 

Penne with Red Pepper and Three Cheeses

Feta, Parmesan and Ricotta cheeses with roasted red peppers over penne pasta


Penne with Chickpeas, Feta & Tomatoes

Salty feta, sweet cherry tomatoes, and nutty chickpeas combine for a hearty, Greek-inspired pasta dish


Pasta Bolognese

Flavorful tomato sauce with ground beef, white wine and a touch of cream

 

Thai Peanut Chicken Pasta with Sugar Snap Peas

Strips of Thai marinated chicken breast in a Thai sauce served over spaghetti

 

Chicken, Artichoke, Spinach & Tomato Farfalle

Chicken and vegetables with farfalle pasta in a light cream sauce


Chicken Linguini

Chicken breast strips in a creamy sauce with pancetta and served over linguini

 
Creamy Creole Shrimp Pasta

Shrimp in a creamy Creole tomato sauce served over linguini 

 


Spinach Lasagna

Vegetarian slant on an Italian classic

 

Spaghetti alla Carbonara

Pancetta, Parmesan, eggs and fresh parsley are the quality ingredients that make up this simple dish

 

Artichoke Mushroom Lasagna

White wine adds a delightful flavor to this hearty vegetarian, white wine lasagna.  No one will miss the meat

 

 

Meatloaf

 

Turkey Meatloaf

This lighter version of meatloaf gets its great flavor from fresh herbs, chopped veggies and tomatoes


Apple Meatloaf

Client favorite and features Granny Smith apples and stuffing

 

Beth Tartan’s Best Meatloaf

Ground beef traditional style meatloaf

 

Ina's Italian Meatloaf

Spicy meatloaf served with a homemade marinara sauce

 

Cheddar Meatloaf

Ground sirloin with oats and shredded cheddar and onion in a Brown Sugar Tomato Sauce. KIDS LOVE THESE!

 

Bacon, Mushroom & Swiss Meatloaf

Atkins’ recipe with tons of flavor

 

 

Vegetarian

 

Triple Cheese Tortellini

Cheese-filled tortellini bakes up in a creamy cheese sauce studded with peppers, onions, basil and a touch of white wine


Mexican Layered Tortillas with Beans

Hearty Mexican vegetarian dish

 

Cheese Enchiladas

Baked macaroni with a creamy cheese sauce studded with celery, corn, peppers and onions


Risotto with Parmesan and Asparagus

Arborio rice cooked al dente and finished with fresh asparagus and Parmesan cheese

 

Penne with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce

Roasted pumpkin is pureed with rosemary, garlic and parmesan, then tossed with penne pasta

 

Penne with Chickpeas, Feta & Tomatoes

Salty feta, sweet cherry tomatoes, and nutty chickpeas combine for a hearty, Greek-inspired pasta dish

 

Roasted Cauliflower Quiche

A light, healthy quiche with roasted cauliflower, garlic and cottage cheese

 

 

Portabello Medallions au Poivre

This hearty dish of grilled portabello caps in a delicious brandy cream sauce with scallions and Dijon, served over egg noodles will please even the meat eaters at the table 

 

 

Monterey Jack Macaroni and Cheese Bake

Baked macaroni with a creamy cheese sauce studded with sauteed celery, corn, peppers and onions

 

Portobello au Poivre

Fillet mignon fans will recognize the classic French sauce of cognac and peppercorns drizzled over these meaty Portobello "steaks"

 

Black Bean Tortilla Pie

Black beans, tomatoes, peppers, onions and cheese layered with tortillas and baked

    
 

Signature Sides

 

Mashed Potatoes

Garlic-Mashed Potatoes

Twice-Baked Potatoes

Spinach-Stuffed Twice-Baked Potatoes Herb Roasted Potatoes

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

Chili Lime Corn

Rice Pilaf

Lemon Rice Pilaf

Ginger Basmati

Yellow Saffron Rice

Basmati Italiano

Coconut Rice

Spanish Rice 

Orange Glazed Beets 

  Sweet & Sour Beets 

Cauliflower Puree

Glazed Brussels Sprouts & Baby Carrots

    Mustard Green Beans 

Green Beans with Tarragon  

  Green Beans with Basil 

Green Beans with Tomatoes

 Sautéed Green Beans with Tarragon Butter 

Braised Kale

   Creamed Spinach

 Sautéed Spinach 

 Roasted Broccoli 

Sesame Broccoli

  Broccoli in Wine 

Broccoli with Orange Sauce 

Lemon Broccoli

Roasted Asparagus with Lemon 

Carrots with Tarragon 

Lemon Cous Cous

Cous Cous with Peas

Asparagus with Orange Vinaigrette

   Squash Boats 

  Zucchini with Golden Brown Onion

    Steamed Vegetables of your choice

 

Desserts

 

Old-Fashioned Honey Bars

Brown sugar and honey baked bars topped with melted honey, butter and sugar.  So good they melt in your mouth.

18 bars -- $22 

  

Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake

A delicious cheesecake version of pumpkin pie

$32

Caramel Pecan Cheesecake

A rich dense creamy cheesecake on a brown sugar pecan crust topped with toasted pecan halves and drizzled with caramel

$32 

 

Apple Crumb Pie

Apples soaked in butter then baked in a flaky crust and topped with brown sugar pecan topping.  Very special.


Apple Gingerbread Cobbler

 Cinnamon apples baked in butter and brown sugar topped with a yummy gingerbread crust

$18


Double Layer Pumpkin Pie

A cream cheese layer adds a nice touch to this pie

$21

 

Eggnog Pie

With pumpkin pie spice, this creamy dreamy pie has a fantastic flavor

$21

 

 

Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

A 2002 prizewinning recipe.  So moist!

 

Peanut Butter Chocolate Pie

Chocolate and peanut butter combined in a cool, creamy pie over a Graham Cracker crust.

$21

 

 

Convenience for your busy life