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Buffet Or Family Style Dinner Recipe

Inspired by Bleu Northeast Kitchen
Time2h
Serves4

Garden salad, red wine shallot vinaigrette, Warm rolls, sea salted local butter, Statler chicken breast, Pan Seared Atlantic salmon, Salt roasted fingerling potatoes, Grilled seasonal vegetable, Wild Mushroom Pappardelle, Seasonal dessert, Coffee and tea service. Entrée Additions: Grilled Vermont strip steak – $15/person, Side dish additions – $6/person, per item: Green beans, herb brown butter, Creamy polenta, Smoked cheddar mashed potatoes, Brown rice pilaf, Steamed baby spinach, Roasted mushroom ragout.

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Ingredients

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Salad

Vinaigrette

Bread

Proteins

Sides

Beverages

Method

Salad Preparation

1

Prepare the Salad

In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, and red onion. Toss with vinaigrette just before serving.

Vinaigrette Preparation

2

Make the Vinaigrette

In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar and shallots. Slowly drizzle in olive oil, whisking continuously until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Bread Preparation

3

Prepare the Rolls

Warm rolls in an oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Serve with sea salted butter.

Main Protein Preparation

4

Cook the Chicken and Salmon

Season Statler chicken breast and Atlantic salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Sear chicken in a hot skillet for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. For salmon, cook skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until crispy, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

5

Cook the Strip Steak (if added)

Season Vermont strip steak with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.

Sides Preparation

6

Roast the Fingerling Potatoes

Toss fingerling potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden and tender.

7

Grill Seasonal Vegetables

Toss seasonal vegetables in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly charred.

8

Cook Pappardelle Pasta

Cook pappardelle pasta according to package instructions. In a pan, sauté wild mushrooms until tender, then mix with the pasta and season with salt and pepper.

Dessert and Beverages

9

Serve Dessert and Beverages

Present seasonal dessert and serve coffee and tea after the meal.