A little party never killed no body… Well, a killer dinner party might. Sydney Observer presents a summer dinner party menu fit for six that is bound to satisfy your guests.
Kate Boyle
DRINK: Rasberry Limoncello Presecco – Makes 6
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A refreshing, bubbly, and sweet summer cocktail that you can make in just 5 minutes!
Ingredients:
- 3 cups prosecco, chilled
- 1 cup limoncello liqueur, chilled
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 6 sprigs fresh mint
Instructions:
- In a large pitcher, whisk together prosecco and limoncello.
- Serve over raspberries, garnished with mint, if desired.
ENTRÉE: Baba Ganooj
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A traditional Lebanese dip that’s light and vegan-friendly.
Ingredients:
- 1 large eggplant
- 1 cup tahini (sesame paste)
- ½ clove garlic, mashed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 packet Lebanese bread
Directions:
- Peel the eggplant, and bake or steam until tender. Mash in a bowl with a spoon.
- Mix in the sesame oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic, and beat until as smooth
- Mound on a plate or in a shallow dish
- Pour the olive oil on top
- Sprinkle with parsley
- Tear up sheets of Lebanese bread into small pieces for dipping
MAIN: Spinach Salad with Chicken, Avocado and Goat’s Cheese – Makes 6
Source: www.recipegirl.com
Spinach is a great source of iron, and is a healthy substitute for lettuce in this gourmet salad.
Ingredients:
- 8 cups chopped spinach (1 bag)
- 1 cup halved cherry or Roma tomatoes
- 1/2 cup corn (frozen, canned, or cut off the cob)
- 1 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 1/3 cup crumbled goat or feta cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions:
- Place spinach in a large salad bowl.
- Add remaining salad ingredients.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
- Pour over the salad and toss.
DESSERTS: No Bake Cheesecake Parfaits – Makes 6
Source: yummyhealthyeasy.com
With no baking involved, this cheesecake parfait makes for a glutton’s delight – and will make an ideal foodie photo for your Instagram account!
Ingredients:
- 6 arrowroot biscuits
- 3 Tbsp. melted unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1 (8-oz) package light cream cheese
- 1 (1-oz) package sugar-free instant cheesecake cake mix
- 1½ cups milk
- 1-2 cups fresh sliced strawberries
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Method:
- In a food processor, combine arrowroot biscuits, melted butter and cinnamon. Process until crumbly.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until softened.
- Reduce the speed to low, and gradually add in the milk, a little at a time (mixture will be watery). Beat in cake mix until the filling is thick and smooth.
- In glasses, layer arrowroot biscuit crumbs, blueberries, cheesecake filling, strawberries, cheesecake filing and top with more arrowroot biscuit crumbs. Serve with spoons and enjoy!