Dockside Room Recipe

Prepare Stuffed Mushrooms

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Clean and remove stems from the mushrooms. In a skillet, sauté garlic and chopped mushroom stems in olive oil until softened. Mix with cream cheese, breadcrumbs, herbs, salt, and pepper. Stuff each mushroom cap with the mixture and bake for 20 minutes.

Assemble Mini Caprese Skewers

On toothpicks, thread cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and mozzarella balls. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and set aside for serving.

Prepare Shrimp Cocktail

Boil shrimp in salted water for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Shock in ice water and chill. Serve with cocktail sauce.

Grill Chicken Skewers

Marinate chicken pieces in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for at least 30 minutes. Thread onto skewers and grill over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes, turning until cooked through.

Prepare Vegetarian Pasta Salad

Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. In a bowl, mix pasta with diced bell peppers, olives, cherry tomatoes, and Italian dressing. Chill until ready to serve.

Assemble Beef Sliders

Form ground beef into small patties. Season with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-fry for about 3-4 minutes per side until cooked to desired doneness. Serve on mini buns with toppings.

Prepare Mini Cheesecakes

Prepare graham cracker crust by mixing crumbs with melted butter and press into mini muffin tins. For the filling, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla. Pour into crusts and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 15-20 minutes. Chill before serving.

Make Fruit Tartlets

Prepare tartlet shells using shortcrust pastry. Fill with pastry cream and top with assorted fresh fruits. Glaze with apricot jam to give a shiny finish.

Serve Beverages

Chill white and red wine in a cooler. Set up a beverage station with glasses for wine, sparkling water, and coffee. Keep coffee hot in an urn for easy serving.