101 recipes for "entertaining"
Chicken with Leeks and Shiitake Mushrooms

Chicken with Leeks and Shiitake Mushrooms

Jul 14, 2005

The subtle, earthy flavours of leeks and shiitake mushrooms naturally complement chicken. Serve this easy entertaining dish with mashed potatoes or rice. If you're not cooking with wine, replace it with chicken stock, adding 2 tsp (10 mL) white wine vinegar.

Sage Apple Pork Burgers with Caramelized Onions

Sage Apple Pork Burgers with Caramelized Onions

Jul 14, 2005

Not your average backyard fare, these thick, juicy burgers, dressed up with lettuce and thinly sliced apple, are fancy enough for casual entertaining. And since you can make the patties and the caramelized onions ahead, they might become a weeknight grilling favourite, too.

Pomegranate-Ginger Sparkler

Pomegranate-Ginger Sparkler

Jan 1, 2016

Pomegranate seeds and a little bubbly make this a festive option for entertaining. To make an extra-special garnish, add a few pomegranate seeds to each well of an ice cube tray and top them up with water. Freeze and then serve alongside the sparklers.

Winter Berry Breeze

Winter Berry Breeze

Feb 17, 2011

This holiday season, embrace the art of entertaining and go orange! As you begin planning for your holiday party, look for something a little different to spice up the occasion. Don't be afraid to step outside the traditional red and green and try something orange.

Santa's Kiss

Santa's Kiss

Nov 3, 2011

This holiday season embrace the art of entertaining and go Orange! As you begin planning for your holiday party, look for something a little different to spice up the occasion. Don't be afraid to step outside the traditional red and green and try something orange.

Roast Pork with Cider Cream Sauce

Roast Pork with Cider Cream Sauce

Nov 27, 2007

A golden crust and apple-flavoured sauce add to this dish's appeal for entertaining. Choose a long, slender roast (rather than short and thick) because even though they cook in the same time, the slender one will be easier to slice and look more attractive on plates.

Pork Persillade

Pork Persillade

Nov 3, 2008

Persillade, a simple French mixture of parsley and garlic, adds elegance and flavour to meat. A pork roast is perfect for entertaining a small group since this cut is inexpensive but looks impressive. Choose either a six-bone rib roast or a centre-cut loin, which is usually cheaper.

Gorgonzola Minis

Gorgonzola Minis

Jul 14, 2005

Mini pita breads are perfect for last-minute entertaining because they can be topped with a variety of staples on hand at a moment's notice. Try sliced Brie cheese, pepperoni and sauce, or pesto and goat cheese. You can also open them into pockets to fill with prepared salads or spreads.

Herbed Cheese-Stuffed Chicken

Herbed Cheese-Stuffed Chicken

This dinner is quick enough for weeknights but elegant enough for entertaining. The chicken can be stuffed using a spoon, but a disposable piping bag is much easier. Save the chicken filets, which are super tender for a stir-fry or chicken fingers. Serve with a side salad and sauteed vegetables.

Apple and Canadian Blue Cheese Tartlets with Icewine Glaze

Apple and Canadian Blue Cheese Tartlets with Icewine Glaze

These sweet-tangy pastries are ideal for easy holiday entertaining. Bake them straight from frozen for instant hot hors d'oeuvres or pair them with a crisp salad for an elegant first course. Make sure to cut the apple into paper-thin slices so you have enough to garnish each tartlet.

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