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Offline jo_nz

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Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« on: May 14, 2014, 05:05:15 am »
Hi all,
We are apparently (DH has booked it) hosting a dinner party for 8-10 adults (plus my 2 kids) in a week or so.  What are your favourite recipes for a crowd? Last time we caught up they got me onto the topic of thermomix so I'd like to show it off a little!  But obviously the more I can prepare in advance the better so I can relax and enjoy.
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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #1 on: May 14, 2014, 05:45:06 am »
Baf's chicken in the varoma.. :) is always a favorite..
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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #2 on: May 14, 2014, 06:02:17 am »
For a dinner Party I really like salmon wrapped in parchment (baking paper) paper.
I wrap each piece separately with a squeeze of lemon a drizzle of tamari or soy and a glug of sweet chilli sauce and cook in the oven for 20 minutes.
I would do potato and sweet potato mash and steamed veggies in the varoma.
I would make individual steamed puddings ( QFTM) or steamed ginger puddings ( Hally) or sticky-date puddings made in the Thermomix. It is do ahead posh but simple and shows off the Thermomix well. You could have dip before main meal.
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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #3 on: May 14, 2014, 08:08:34 am »
I love this prawn crepe recipe of mine for guests, it can be made ahead..  I have also used the Honey Mustard Chicken recipe as a filling.

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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #4 on: May 14, 2014, 08:45:29 am »
For a dessert which can be made ahead I highly recommend Farfallina's Chocolate Souffle.
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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #5 on: May 14, 2014, 09:01:55 am »
I made ES's Salmon with a lime sauce the other day, that was lovely.

For dessert some of Tenina's recipes are magic.
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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #6 on: May 14, 2014, 09:57:34 am »
I second CC's dessert choice, prepare ahead and freeze uncooked - very impressive.
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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #7 on: May 14, 2014, 10:05:05 am »
Mmm forgot about choc souffle!
Go with that it is really impressive.

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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #8 on: May 14, 2014, 10:41:24 pm »
yum. thanks for the suggestions. 
That souffle looks lovely and simple.  I think I might even have freezer space for it after the inspiration from the eating from pantry and freezer discussion. ;)
I could do that and just get a tub of the new Whittakers ice cream (a local chocolate manufacturer) that I would love to try :)
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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #9 on: May 15, 2014, 12:19:54 am »
Sounds like you will have a fabulous dinner party, Jo, if you go with some of these suggestions.  Hope you have a great night.
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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #10 on: May 15, 2014, 01:50:10 am »
I am sure you will have fun :)

I am having a luncheon party, so its great were both looking for ideas.

My menu is

To start
Tibetan steamed dumplings with a chilli dipping sauce

Main Event
Roasted spice leg of lamb
AF whole chicken
Spiced Roast Potaoes with onions
Steamed beans & carrots
Steamed rice
Naan

To Finish
Teninas chocolate swirl cheesecake



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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #11 on: May 15, 2014, 02:26:57 am »
That sounds a nice menu Hally.
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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #12 on: May 15, 2014, 02:31:15 am »
Hally, what filling are you using for the dumplings?  That sounds a really nice menu! :)

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« Reply #13 on: May 15, 2014, 02:38:31 am »
Thank you :)

GF, I am using Rick Steains india book to cook most of this. He uses lamb mince, but since I dont have any lamb mince I am using a combination of 50/50 chicken & pork. Our local nepalese restaurant uses chicken & pork, I am making a batch today as I have never made & rolled the dumpling dough before.  Another name for them is Momos.

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Re: Dinner party recipe suggestions?
« Reply #14 on: May 15, 2014, 02:54:35 am »
Thanks Hally  - have since looked them up and it sounds a very therapeutic activity!! :)  Will be very interested to hear how yours go . .
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