Intro to Gourmet

Essential Cooking Techniques

 

 

 

First Course

Scallops and Orange Braised Endive

Diver Scallops Butter Basted, Endive Braised in Orange Juice

And Honey and Fresh Chervil

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Gnocchi, Pan Fried Butternut Squash Paired with Butternut Squash Soup

Pate Choux Style Gnocchi Sauteed in Brown Butter Tossed With Fried

Butternut Squash, Fragrant Puree of Butternut Squash Soup

 

Second Course

 

Braised Veal Cheeks, Horseradish Mousse and Arugula

Veal Cheeks Simmered in Veal Stock, Dollop of Creamy Horseradish Mousse

And Arugula Tossed in Mustard Vinaigrette

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Mesclun Salad, Warm Goat Cheese and Hazelnuts

Fresh Mesclun Greens Tossed in Dijon Red Wine Vinaigrette, Crouton

And Melted Goat Cheese, and Warm Hazelnuts

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Third Course

 

Roast Pork Loin, Caramelized Seckel Pear, Parsnip Puree

And Chipotle Gravy

Rack of Pork Loin Brined and Roasted, Seckel Pears Sliced and Caramelized,

Parsnip Pureed in Cream and Smoky Chipotle Pan Gravy

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Olive Oil Poached Cod, Red Pepper Ragout, and Crusty French Bread

Fresh Cod Poached in Fruity Olive Oil with Garlic and Herbs,

Red and Yellow Peppers Simmered in a Soffritto and House

Prepared French Bread

 

 

Fourth Course

 

Our fourth course, prepared by the Culinary Arts Baking students, is a selection of pastries prepared specifically to match this menu. Each week the students will prepare a delectable selection for your enjoyment.