IMPORTANT – This menu is for meal preparation services ONLY! If you are having a party/in-home catering, a special events menu will be sent to you upon request.
Menu November & December 2019
Seasonal:
Turkey Pumpkin Chili (SEASONAL) Ground turkey, pumpkin, onions, red bell pepper, cannellini beans, cubed butternut squash, and chili spices make this unique and comforting at the same time.
Chicken and Pumpkin Enchiladas (SEASONAL) Chicken, onion, orange bell pepper, and cojita cheese inside corn tortillas and topped with a sauce of pumpkin, jalapeno, garlic, and spices.
Apple Cider Braised Chicken with Brussels Sprouts and Bacon (SEASONAL) Chicken, bacon, onion, garlic, cinnamon, Brussels sprouts, thyme, apple cider, Dijon mustard and maple syrup makes this an autumn comfort classic.
Chicken Sausage with Autumn Squash and Onions (SEASONAL) Italian sausage, onion, acorn or butternut squash, sage, dried cherries, and cheese. Choose: Hot or Sweet Italian Chicken Sausage.
Roasted Chicken or Pork Loin with Apricots Chicken or pork loin seasoned with cumin, coriander, orange zest, and ginger and roasted with onions and apricots. CHOOSE: Chicken or pork.
Pork Chops with Apples and Onions (SEASONAL) Pork Chops sautéed with crisp apples and onions.
Apple Meatloaf with 5 Spice Glaze (SEASONAL) One of the American Personal and Private Chef Associations most requested meals.
Smoky Maple Brisket (SEASONAL) Beef brisket in a sweet, spicy, smoky sauce.
Beer-braised Beef Short Ribs (SEASONAL) Beef short ribs braised in a hearty ale sauce.
Orange and Rosemary Glazed Salmon (SEASONAL) Salmon, garlic, rosemary, orange, lemon, and honey.
Baked Rice and Butternut Squash (SEASONAL) Butternut squash, chicken stock, sage, onion, garlic, rice, white wine, fresh thyme, and Parmesan cheese in this autumn comfort classic. CHOOSE: Brown rice or Arborio rice.
Roasted Root Vegetable and Ricotta Tart (SEASONAL) Roasted seasonal vegetables top ricotta cheese and fresh herbs. Choose: Regular pie crust or almond meal (grain free).
Sweet Potato, Black Bean, and Turkey Lasagna (PASTA FREE!) (SEASONAL) Ground turkey in a savory tomato sauce layered with a black bean puree and thinly sliced sweet potato. This layered deliciousness has NO PASTA!
Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa and Pistachios (SEASONAL) Acorn squash roasted, mixed with quinoa and topped with chopped pistachios.
New:
Southwest Turkey Burgers (NEW) Ground turkey, diced onions, diced red bell pepper, and a blend of southwest seasonings.
Chicken Thighs in Creamy Mustard Sauce (NEW) Bone-in chicken thighs with garlic, onions, mustard, and crème fraiche.
Peruvian-Inspired Roast Chicken with Tangy Green Sauce (NEW) Cumin and paprika-spiced chicken gets a kick with this tangy green sauce made from cilantro and jalapeno.
Chicken Scarpariello (NEW) This Italian American dish pairs chicken with sausage and a tangy sauce based on bell peppers, onion, and pickled cherry peppers. Bright and flavorful, not too briny and certainly not too spicy.
Greek Chicken Sarsta (NEW) A bright, garlic tomato sauce tops chicken thighs which are then roasted to perfection and topped with cheese.
Cuban-Inspired Chicken with Black Beans and Rice (NEW) Onions, garlic, bacon, green peppers, cumin, and oregano cooked with chicken thighs, black beans, and rice.
Shrimp with Feta/Garides Saganaki (NEW) Shrimp, garlic, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, white wine, tomatoes, kalamata olives, and oregano topped with feta.
Baked Spinach and Zucchini (NEW) A nice change from baked pasta, this has basmati rice, green onion, zucchini, garlic, spinach, basil, nutmeg, in a creamy sauce (dairy-free available) and topped with cheese. (Also contains eggs)
Cauliflower Parmigiana (NEW) Cauliflower “steaks” breaded and topped with bright, fresh marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese.
Classics:
Egg Frittata – (Crustless Quiche) Light, fluffy frittata filled with your choice of ingredients. Cream-free and Egg Beaters options are available.
Choose:
- SEASONAL: Chorizo, black beans, and butternut squash.
- Bacon, onions, and cheddar.
- Broccoli, onions and cheddar.
- Spicy Chipotle: Chicken sausage, onions, bell pepper, butternut squash, serrano pepper, and Chipotle salsa.
Salisbury Steak with Sherry Mushroom Sauce Ground meat and fresh herbs made into a patty and served with a Sherry Mushroom Sauce. Perfect over mashed potatoes or quinoa. Choose: Ground Beef or Ground Turkey
Chicken with Walnut Sauce Thinly sliced chicken gently simmered with a savory walnut sauce.
Stuffed Poblanos A low-carb alternative to enchiladas. Poblano peppers stuffed with chicken and beans, enchilada sauce and baked with cheese.
Creamy Chicken Dijon with Biscuits American Comfort Food with a French Twist. Chicken prepared in a Creamy Dijon Mustard Sauce and fresh Herbs served over traditional Biscuits.
Chicken Stew with Butternut Squash and Quinoa Chicken, butternut squash, quinoa, tomatoes, onion and olives in a thick chicken stock.
Chicken Marsala Chicken, onions, mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce.
Hoisin Glazed Chicken Chicken thighs or chicken breasts marinated with a dry rub and basted with hoisin during roasting. Served with the skin on.
Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco Chicken thighs, onions, carrots, wine, and herbs make this a decadent dish.
Arroz con Pollo Chicken and rice, Spanish-style. You know you got it right when your client tells you it’s just like his grandmother used to make.
Coq au Riesling Onions, bacon, garlic, chicken and mushrooms in a creamy Riesling sauce.
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs All of the flavors you love about Buffalo chicken wings without the messy hands. Chicken meatballs served with a Buffalo blue cheese sauce.
Chicken Cacciatore Chicken sautéed with onions, mushrooms, and red bell peppers served with fresh herbs in a Tomato based sauce.
Maple Roasted Chicken Thighs Chicken Thighs roasted with a Maple-Mustard glaze and served with Carrots and Sweet Potatoes.
Spaghetti Squash Taco Bowls Ground turkey, bell pepper, onion garlic, Serrano peppers, seasoned with taco seasonings like chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne served over spaghetti squash and topped with salsa and cheese.
Roasted Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms and Artichokes Chicken Thighs roasted in a Red Wine and Garlic Sauce with Artichokes and fresh Mushrooms.
Cashew Chicken This lightened, paleo-friendly version doesn’t skimp on flavor.
Coconut Milk and Thyme Braised Chicken A one-pot chicken dinner cooked in thyme-infused coconut milk and garlic.
Thai-inspired Chicken A little bit sweet and a little bit spicy, these baked chicken breasts are perfect for a weeknight meal.
Chicken with Shallots Chicken thighs, shallots, white wine, Dijon mustard, tarragon and cherry tomatoes in a sauce you won’t want to waste!
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs Chicken thighs pan roasted with garlic, chives, cumin, paprika, and parmesan.
Pork or Chicken Scaloppini with Capers, Sage, and Lemon The Italian version of Pork Schnitzel. Thin pieces of Pork, pan sautéed with Sage, Capers, and Lemon. CHOOSE: Pork or Chicken.
Butternut Squash Shepard’s Pie A flavorful Shephard’s pie with carrots, peas, and onions topped with a Butternut Squash Purée and Parmesan Cheese. A great option for clients looking for a low-carb or grain-free. Choose: Beef, Chicken, Vegetarian or Turkey.
Low-Carb Jambalaya You’ll never miss the rice! Celery, peppers, onions, celery, garlic, your choice of proteins, and cauliflower prepared in a traditional jambalaya style. Choose two for your favorite combination: Chicken, Shrimp, Sausage, or Chicken Sausage.
Creamy Lemon Thyme Pork Chops These are the pork chops mom would have made, if she could. DAIRY-FREE AVAILABLE.
Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin Marinated with Soy, Ginger and Rice Vinegar.
Pork Arista with Port Wine Glaze Pork loin with lemon, garlic, rosemary, and port wine.
Pork Loin with White Wine and Herb Sauce Slow roasted pork loin cooked in a wine sauce with favorite fall herbs sage and rosemary.
Grandad’s Famous Burgers Unlike anything you’ve ever had in a burger joint. These delicious burgers can be cooked by the chef or prepared for you to cook on your grill.
Irish Beef Stew Slow-cooked beef in a beer sauce with whole red potatoes and peas.
Penne Bolognese More than just your typical weeknight spaghetti, this sauce has your choice of meat, carrots, onions, garlic, fresh herbs, and tomato slow simmered in a red wine and tomato sauce. Choose: Ground Beef or Ground Turkey.
Old Fashioned Meatloaf Perfect for dinner, even better when sliced for sandwiches the next day. So good, your grandma would want the recipe and your kids request it.
Cottage Pie with Sliced Potatoes Onions, beef, carrots, and peas topped with sliced gold potatoes and baked.
Chili Pie with Cornbread Topping Ground beef, onions, garlic, bell peppers in a tomato sauce, topped with cornbread and baked.
Mongolian Beef Similar to PF Chang’s Mongolian Beef, thin slices of beef are stir fried in a sweet, sticky sauce. We’ve added onions, peppers, and green beans to our version so you can get your veggies!
Hungarian-style Goulash Slow-cooked beef in a rich paprika sauce. Served over Butter and Herb Egg Noodles.
Greek-style Stuffed Peppers Red bell peppers stuffed with ground meat, zucchini, onion, spinach, and seasonings and topped with tomato sauce and feta cheese. Choose: Ground Beef or Ground Turkey.
Parmesan Crusted Cod A crispy Parmesan topping baked over cod.
Baked Cod and Chorizo Spicy Chorizo adds extra depth to this stew-like dish.
Thai Fish Cakes Tilapia and Shrimp with Asian spices and a little kick.
Market Fresh Fish with Tomatoes, Capers and Olives Mediterranean flavors with seasonal fresh fish.
Salmon with Mustard Crumb Crust Salmon marinated with in two kinds of mustard, topped with seasoned breadcrumbs, and roasted.
Tuscan Buttered Salmon Salmon with lemon, spinach, garlic, and cherry tomatoes in a buttery broth.
Broiled Salmon with White Bean, Kale, and Bacon Ragu As beautiful and delicious as it is healthy for you.
Spicy Asian Salmon Salmon marinated with Hoisin, Soy Sauce, Ginger, and Chili Sauce.
Shrimp Puttanesca Shrimp with Fresh Vegetables in a Tomato Sauce. Served over your choice of Traditional or Whole Wheat Pasta.
Meatless:
Vegetarian White Chili Beans, bell pepper, corn, onion, garlic, jalapeno, carrots, cream cheese, and seasonings.
Vegan Caribbean Curry Collard greens, plantains, and black-eyed peas seasoned with ginger, onions, and spices in a coconut broth.
Garden Stuffed Potatoes Baked Russet Potatoes stuffed with Garden-fresh vegetables like broccoli, zucchini, and carrots. Can be prepared with or without cheese.
Carrot Osso Bucco A vegan take on this Italian classic with carrots braised in red wine and mushrooms.
Coconut Curried Tofu with Green Basmati Rice Tofu in a Coconut Curry Sauce served over Coconut Basmati Rice with Cilantro.
Vegetarian Chili Onions, Bell Peppers, Garlic, Serrano Peppers, Zucchini, Corn, Black Beans, and Tomatoes.
Shakshuka with Feta Eggs poached in a spicy, flavorful tomato sauce of fennel, onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, poblano pepper, garlic, tomato, feta and parsley. Eggs freeze amazingly well and this is delicious over rice, quinoa, or with crusty bread.
Spicy Stir Fried Vegetables with Brown Rice A little extra kick added to traditional stir fry.
Rigatoni with Vegetable Bolognese Mushroom, carrot, onion, tomato, bell pepper, garlic, fresh herbs, tomato, and cheese tossed with Rigatoni.
Corn and Black Bean Enchiladas Corn, Black Beans, Serrano Chili, tomato, and Black Olives fill Corn Tortillas and baked in a Spicy Tomato Sauce and topped with Cheese.
Spinach Pie Spinach, onion, ricotta and feta topped with a light, crisp crust.