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MOTHER'S DAY MENUS AND RECIPES


[Mother's Day] Mothers are very special and deserve all of the thanks we can give for the many things they do for us all through the year. The menus and recipes I have chosen for Mother's Day are some of my mother's favorites, including a breakfast that Dad and the kids can prepare, an elegant but easy dinner, and a make ahead meal for a family gathering. Don't forget to check the notes at the bottom of each menu. I hope you and your mother will enjoy.

 


INDEX

Breakfast in Bed

An Elegant Dinner Menu

A Family Gathering

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BREAKFAST

IN BED

Orange Juice or Tomato Juice

Fluffy Scrambled Eggs

Strawberries Macerated in Balsamic Vinegar and Orange Liqueur with Chocolate-Dipped Almond Biscotti

Coffee or Tea

Notes: Dad and the kids can work together, sharing tasks such as slicing, chopping, mixing, cooking and assembling, all depending on the ages of the children. Prepare the strawberries first, so they have time to macerate while making the remainder of the menu. You might want to add some chopped onions, peppers or mushrooms to the eggs, as indicated in the recipe. To serve the breakfast, place a linen napkin on a bed tray, arrange the various dishes and add a small bud vase (or glass) with 2 or 3 beautiful cut flowers. If you don't have a bed tray, prepare a lovely setting for one at the dining room table.

 


AN

ELEGANT

DINNER

Shrimp Cocktail

Beef Tenderloins with Mushrooms

Sautéed Potato Slices

Spinach and Arugula Salad with Tarragon Vinaigrette

Strawberry-Cream Cheese Tart with Graham Cracker and Almond Crust

Notes: The shrimp may be cooked any time up to 24 hours before serving. Keep refrigerated. The potatoes can be preboiled several hours ahead and refrigerated. The custard and strawberries may be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated separately. Whip and add the cream just before assembling. The remainder of the meal is simple enough to make as needed.

 


FAMILY

OUTDOOR

GATHERING

Caponata
with
Toasted Pita Triangles

Grilled Cornish Hens

Potato, Onion and Cheese Gratin

Asparagus and Pineapple Salad

Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares

Notes: Prepare the Caponata the day before and refrigerate. Bake the Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares in the morning or night before. Keep at room temperature. Cut the hens, add the marinade and refrigerate overnight. The potatoes and onions may be sliced an hour or so ahead of time and kept in cold water until needed. Drain well and pat dry. The Asparagus and Pineapple Salad may be assembled and refrigerated several hours ahead. Add the dressing just before serving. Bake or grill the pita triangles just before serving the caponata. There is nothing left to do other than grill the hens, bake the gratin, relax and enjoy.
Other Suggestions: If your grill has a lid and a thermometer, bake the pototo gratin outside. Both the hens and potatoes are excellent hot or at room temperature, so don't worry if you can't serve immediately. Since it is spring and asparagus is available, cook or steam fresh spears to use in the salad. I would also make a little whipped cream to serve with the dessert (or use your favorite whipped topping).

 

 


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