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31 recipes tagged with elegant.
4 servings “Quenelle” refers to the football-like shape of these fish dumplings. All the ingredients should be kept very cold. If possible, put the bowl…
8 servings For more information on alternate molds and cake linings, see About Charlottes.
A creamy French mussel soup made with white wine, shallots, and herbs, finished with cream and egg yolk for richness. Garnished with mussels and chives.
About 6 cups; 4 servings The most classic and pure example of a clear soup, consommé makes an elegant start to a formal dinner party. This consommé can be…
Poached pears in red wine with warm spices, served with crème anglaise. A classic French dessert that is elegant and simple.
24 pieces For a less expensive variation, top the potato halves with 12 ounces flaked hot-smoked salmon instead of caviar.
A rich, flourless chocolate mousse cake with a bittersweet truffle intensity. This elegant dessert is perfect for chocolate lovers.
Paupiettes are elegant stuffed fish fillets baked in ramekins and served with a lemon beurre blanc or white wine sauce.
Chicken breasts are dredged in seasoned flour, browned, and simmered in a Marsala and mushroom sauce. This classic Italian-American dish is quick and…
A quick and elegant dessert featuring fresh summer fruit drizzled with a balsamic and star anise glaze. Serve with vanilla ice cream for a classic finish.
8 servings If making a cold soufflé, tie paper collars around eight 6-ounce ramekins or one 1 ½-quart soufflé dish (see illustration). For a Bavarian…
Jumbo sea scallops are seasoned with a sweet rub, grilled to perfection, and drizzled with smoked honey butter. A quick and elegant seafood dish.
Salmon fillets baked in a gin and tonic marinade, then served with a reduced sauce. The botanicals in the gin add floral notes, while the tonic brings…
John Dory fillets are pan-seared until crispy and served with a rich stew of peppers, tomatoes, and sherry. This Mediterranean-inspired dish is quick and…
Chicken breasts are pounded thin, stuffed with spinach, crabmeat, and red pepper strips, then rolled and poached. Served sliced with hollandaise sauce.
Fresh blueberries macerated with sugar and Cointreau are topped with a rich vanilla custard sauce. An elegant summer dessert.
Artichokes are paired with wild mushrooms, truffle, and Serrano ham in a savory sherry sauce. This Spanish-inspired dish makes an elegant dinner.
A creamy orzo pasta dish with seared scallops, fennel, orange, and goat cheese. Quick and elegant, perfect for a fancy weeknight dinner.
A wine-infused BBQ sauce with pinot noir, ketchup, and spices, designed to complement light red wines. Perfect for pulled pork or grilled meats.
Roasted Cornish game hens with a citrus-tarragon butter, served over roasted beets and shallots with pistachios and orange segments. The beets are…
Elegant roasted rack of lamb with a flavorful crust of feta, green olives, and rosemary. Perfect for a dinner party.
Saffron-crusted cod fillets are baked and served with a creamy pea and lemongrass soup. The vibrant crust adds texture and flavor to the delicate fish.
A luxurious risotto with Acquerello rice, sweet langoustines, crisp asparagus, and creamy burrata, finished with Parmesan and butter.
Grilled Cornish game hens are a flavorful and elegant alternative to chicken, perfect for a date night or small Thanksgiving dinner. The dry brine and…
Smoked pork tenderloin slices on baguette crostini with a creamy crème fraîche and tangy BBQ sauce topping. An elegant appetizer perfect for parties.
Pan-seared salmon fillets are served with a tangy lemon-caper butter sauce. This quick and elegant dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Tender pork medallions are pan-seared and served with a rich, tangy shallot cream sauce. This elegant dish comes together quickly for a special weeknight…
Tender pork medallions are pan-seared and served with a rich, creamy shallot sauce made with red wine vinegar, chicken stock, and heavy cream. This…
Pan-seared pork tenderloin medallions are simmered in a buttery mushroom Marsala sauce. This quick and elegant dish is ready in just 40 minutes.
Pan-seared sea scallops served with sautéed asparagus in a white wine butter sauce. A quick and elegant spring dinner.
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