New Year's Eve Recipe

Inspired by Shuga's

Time2h

Serves8

OPEN till 4PM

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare Stuffed Mushrooms
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the stems from the mushrooms and finely chop them. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped stems with garlic and onions until soft. Mix with cream cheese, breadcrumbs, and herbs, then stuff the mixture into the mushroom caps. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until golden.
2
Prepare Cheese Platter
Select a variety of cheeses (e.g., cheddar, brie, and blue cheese). Slice or cube the cheeses and arrange them on a serving platter. Add some crackers and fresh fruit like grapes or apple slices for garnish.

3
Roast Chicken
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Season the whole chicken with salt, pepper, and your choice of herbs. Place in a roasting pan and roast for approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
4
Make Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Peel and chop the potatoes into quarters. Boil in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot. Add butter, milk, and minced garlic, then mash until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
5
Steam Broccoli
In a pot with a steamer insert, bring water to a boil. Place the broccoli florets in the steamer, cover, and steam for about 5-7 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Season with salt and a drizzle of olive oil.

6
Make Chocolate Cake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and oil. Combine wet and dry ingredients and mix until smooth. Pour into a greased cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. Allow to cool before frosting.
7
Serve with Vanilla Ice Cream
Slice the cooled chocolate cake and serve warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top or on the side.

8
Chill Champagne
Refrigerate the champagne for at least 3 hours before serving. Serve in champagne flutes for a festive touch.
9
Serve Sparkling Water
Pour sparkling water into glasses with ice and garnish with a slice of lemon or lime.