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Dishes that require a moderate amount of skill, not for beginners, but still manageable for the home cook.
Sole with leeks and wild rice
This sole with leeks can be an appetizer, part of a three course plus dessert dinner or a main course on its own right.
Herb terrines
This terrine with herbs is just one example of cream cheese cuisine. Use it as an elegant appetizer for any celebration meal.
Loin of lamb in crust
Lamb steaks in a potato crust, a sophisticated main course for two that is easier than it looks.
Lobster au gratin
Order some cooked lobster from the fish counter at your grocery store or fishmonger and set about to make it special with some extra preparation.
Red mullet tarragon
Tarragon and saffron give the fish a unique and refined taste. Red mullet is delicious but has many bones, get it filleted.
Roasted wild boar with mushrooms
Something not seen on the everyday table. Wild boar does not need much to become a delicious gourmet dish. Substitute with deer, to keep the wild meat flavor, or pork, if game meats would taste too strong for your guests.
Tiramisu with blueberries
Frozen blueberries keep more antioxidant power than dried or canned ones, but all are good to prepare this creamy dessert.
Vegan sweet potato casserole
Sweet potato casseroles are extremely popular, and they are healthy, as well, so it is good to have a version suitable for a vegan guest.
Shepherdess pie
Shepherdess' pie, the meat free version of shepherd's pie. It is suitable for vegan and vegetarians.
Baked pumpkin
A baked pumpkin can easily be the central point of a vegetarian meal. The filling can vary.