A sample menu for a special occasion of any kind. The happy “bonus” for this meal was that it was prepared entirely by my husband, who I only found out recently is a great cook. Another bonus (for me) was Roast Lamb, with all the trimmings, was on the menu. If you are looking for a memorable meal perhaps something like the following would suit you? Something Special to celebrate unique people in your life …
Roast Lamb is on The Menu
Thanksgiving ~ Dinner at Home
MAIN COURSE
Roast leg of New Zealand Spring lamb
infused with fresh organic Garlic & Rosemary
Roast Kennebec Potatoes
Roast Organic Carrots
Peas with Mint Sauce
Roast Onions
and
Roast Garlic
both roasted in Virgin Olive Oil
Greek Salad
with homegrown Organic peppers & cucumbers
with olives & feta cheese, oil & vinegar dressing
DESSERT
Vanilla Ice Cream
with shaved dark chocolate
and fresh, local blueberries / apple pie
WINE & APPERTIFS
Jacob’s Creek Reserve Shiraz (Australia)
“Jacked” Sauvignon Blanc (Chile)
Drambuie
Brandy
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Notes:
- If you follow a special diet make substitutes to suit
- As we normally enjoy a simple lower carbohydrate diet we also do not usually eat a lot of sweets containing sugar
- As mentioned, this was a special meal, and most times we prepare, other favourite foods such as our own Chilli – Frittata or Cauliflower Coconut soup with salad sides, etc.
- Most of the vegetables were grown at home and all organic
In Closing:
As always hoping this idea of a special occasion “feast” inspires you to spoil someone you know. Be creative and imaginative … without a doubt, my Australian “heritage” dinner rated a ten out of ten … with thanks ~ Liz
Links & References:
- If you enjoy lamb – here’s a recipe for Lamb Broth from Caramel and Parsley
- Another favourite soup Hamburger & Bacon Soup
- Health : “Can We beat Type 2 Diabetes” Hope from Dr David Unwin (2019) 53 minute video
- Interview with Dr David Lustig, Endocrinologist (USA) & Dr Aseem Malhotra, Cardiologist (UK) covering many current health issues today (2020) 42 minute video
- A brief overview of Caramel and Parsley “About”
