Seated Lunch Recipe
All courses are served family style and the entire menu is preselected prior to the event.
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Ingredients
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Appetizers
Main Courses
Desserts
Method
Appetizers
- 1
Prepare Bruschetta
Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch pieces and toast them until golden brown. Top with a mix of diced tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Prepare Hummus
In a food processor, combine canned chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Serve with pita chips.
- 3
Arrange Veggie Platter
Cut an assortment of vegetables such as bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, and cherry tomatoes. Arrange them beautifully on a large tray and serve with a dip if desired.
Main Courses
- 4
Grill Chicken
Marinate chicken breasts in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and your choice of herbs for at least 30 minutes. Grill over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- 5
Cook Vegetable Risotto
In a pot, sauté onions in olive oil until translucent. Add arborio rice and stir for 2 minutes. Gradually add vegetable broth, stirring continuously until rice is creamy and al dente. Stir in seasonal vegetables and parmesan cheese.
- 6
Toss Caesar Salad
In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, croutons, and grated parmesan. Drizzle with Caesar dressing and toss well before serving.
Desserts
- 7
Prepare Tiramisu
Layer coffee-soaked ladyfingers with a mixture of mascarpone cheese, sugar, and heavy cream. Dust the top with cocoa powder and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- 8
Make Fresh Fruit Salad
Chop a mix of seasonal fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, and melons. Toss together in a large bowl and serve chilled.
