Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRainbow LodgeBusiness Lunch Recipe

Business Lunch Recipe

Inspired by Rainbow Lodge
Time1h 30m
Serves4

with gumbo or salad, artichoke chicken or daily fish, and a petite sweet

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Ingredients

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Gumbo

Method

Gumbo Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Sausage and Chicken

    In a large pot, add the Andouille sausage and chicken thighs. Cook over medium heat until browned.

  2. 2

    Add Vegetables

    Stir in the bell pepper, onion, celery, garlic, and okra. Cook for about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Broth and Seasonings

    Pour in the vegetable broth, add Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Shrimp

    Add shrimp and cook until they are pink, about 5 minutes more. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Artichoke Chicken Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare Chicken

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken breasts in a baking dish.

  2. 6

    Mix Filling

    In a bowl, combine artichoke hearts, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, spinach, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  3. 7

    Fill Chicken

    Spoon the mixture over the chicken breasts.

  4. 8

    Bake

    Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

Salad Preparation

  1. 9

    Prepare the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.

  2. 10

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.

Petite Sweet Preparation

  1. 11

    Assemble Dessert

    In a small bowl or cup, layer chocolate mousse and fresh berries. Garnish with mint leaves.

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