Appetizer
Caprese Skewers
Ingredients:
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Thread a cherry tomato, a small piece of mozzarella cheese, and a basil leaf onto each skewer.
- Arrange the skewers on a platter.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve chilled.
Nutrition:
Calories: 130
Protein: 8g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fat: 10g
Salad
Strawberry Spinach Salad
Ingredients:
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 1 pint strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, almonds, and feta cheese.
- Toss with the balsamic vinaigrette dressing until well coated.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition:
Calories: 180
Protein: 6g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fat: 14g
Main Course
Herb-Roasted Chicken
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons mixed fresh herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, and sage), chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter and chopped herbs.
- Rub the butter mixture all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken on a roasting rack in a roasting pan.
- Roast for about 1 hour, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Nutrition:
Calories: 300
Protein: 27g
Carbohydrates: 0g
Fat: 21g
Dessert
Chocolate Lava Cake
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Vanilla ice cream (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grease four ramekins with butter or cooking spray.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and bittersweet chocolate together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture and whisk until smooth.
- Gently fold in the flour until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared ramekins.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
- Let the cakes cool for 1 minute, then run a knife around the edges and invert onto serving plates.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.
Nutrition:
Calories: 400
Protein: 6g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fat: 28g
Enjoy this delicious family dinner party menu with your loved ones!
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