HOLIDAY RECIPES: The Main Course
November 2, 2020
It’s time again for Rizzoli’s annual holiday meal planner.
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Turkey Paupiettes in Champagne Sauce
With this year’s smaller guest lists, you may not want to prepare a big, whole turkey for Thanksgiving. These stuffed turkey paupiettes are an inventive, memorable, and just as delicious replacement.
From Entertaining Chic!: Modern French Recipes and Table Settings for All Occasions
Duck à L’Orange
A simplified version of famed French chef Henri Soulé’s recipe for duck à l’orange made using only duck breasts, which are readily available, and a rich sauce with layers of flavor.
Pork Tenderloin with Apples
This roasted pork tenderloin recipe guarantees juicy, fork-tender pork that is perfect for entertaining. It’s easy to cook, pairs well with the apples, and is equal parts sweet & savory.
Rack Of Lamb
Rack of Lamb is elegant and perfect for entertaining—but also surprisingly easy to make. Estimate that you’ll want 2-3 rib chops per person and you’ll want a rack of lamb that has been frenched, meaning that the rib bones are exposed.
From Entertaining Chic!: Modern French Recipes and Table Settings for All Occasions
Côte De Boeuf with Béarnaise Sauce
A popular cut of beef in France, côte de boeuf is better known as a standing rib roast in the United States. It makes a spectacular yet simple centerpiece for a holiday dinner.
From Entertaining Chic!: Modern French Recipes and Table Settings for All Occasions
Cortina-Style Tagliatelle with Mushrooms, Peas, Cream, and Prosciutto
Tagliatelle are long, flat ribbons that are similar in shape to fettuccine. This recipe calls for handmade tagliatelle but you can certainly use store bought pasta for an easier—yet still decadent—meal.
From The Pasta Codex
Vegan Shepherd’s Pie
A vegan version of this British classic featuring a lentil mince in place of the traditional lamb.
Baked Acorn Squash Stuffed with Rainbow Chard, Pecans, and Herbed Barley
These generously overstuffed winter squashes make an ideal vegetarian main course. Topped with browned butter, pecans, and panko, they showcase many of the colors and flavors of autumn.
