Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 300 per serving (4 oz steak)
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 1g
• Protein: 25g

Ingredients:

• 2 filet mignon steaks
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1/4 cup of red wine
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. Season filet mignon steaks with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add steaks and cook to desired doneness, about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
3. Remove steaks from the skillet and let rest.
4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
5. Pour in red wine and simmer until slightly reduced.
6. Stir in butter until melted and sauce is smooth.
7. Serve filet mignon with red wine sauce, garnished with chopped parsley.

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Mini Cheese Ball Bites

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 100 per cheese ball
• Fat: 9g
• Carbohydrates: 2g
• Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 8 oz of cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup of chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon of onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Crackers for serving

Directions:

1. Combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped pecans, chopped parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
2. Mix until well combined.
3. Shape the mixture into small balls and place them on a plate.
4. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.
5. Serve cheese balls with crackers.

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Champagne Jello Shots

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 50 per shot
• Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 5g
• Protein: 1g

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of champagne or sparkling wine
• 1 cup of orange juice
• 2 packets of unflavored gelatin
• Sugar for rimming glasses (optional)
• Fresh berries for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1. In a saucepan, heat orange juice over low heat.
1. Sprinkle gelatin over the juice and whisk until fully dissolved.
2. Remove from heat and stir in champagne.
3. Pour mixture into shot glasses or molds.
4. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours until set.
5. If desired, rim glasses with sugar and garnish with fresh berries before serving.

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Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 80 per mushroom
• Fat: 6g
• Carbohydrates: 4g
• Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 24 large mushrooms, stems removed
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 2 cups of fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 (14 oz) can of artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
2. Place mushroom caps in the prepared baking dish.
3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add chopped spinach and minced garlic and cook until spinach is wilted.
4. Remove from heat and stir in chopped artichoke hearts, grated parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, salt and pepper.
5. Spoon spinach and artichoke mixture into each mushroom cap.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden brown.

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Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 50 per strawberry (depending on size)
• Fat: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 6g
• Protein: 1g

Ingredients:

• 8 oz of semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 lb of fresh strawberries, washed and dried

Directions:

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, melt the chopped chocolate, stirring until smooth.
3. Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, coating it halfway.
4. Place dipped strawberries on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Let chocolate set at room temperature or refrigerate for faster setting.
6. Serve as a romantic dessert.

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Lobster Linguine with Garlic Butter Sauce

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 400 per serving
• Fat: 16g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 25g

Ingredients:

• 8 oz of linguine pasta
• 3 lobster tails, cooked and chopped
• 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. Cook linguine pasta according to package instructions.
1. Drain and set aside.
2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
3. Stir in chopped lobster tails and cooked linguine.
3. Toss until heated.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve lobster linguine with chopped parsley for garnish.

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Raspberry Champagne Cocktail

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 100 per cocktail
• Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 5g
• Protein: 0g

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup of fresh raspberries
• 1 tablespoon of raspberry liqueur (such as Chambord)
• Champagne or sparkling wine
• Fresh raspberries for garnish

Directions:

1. In a champagne flute, add fresh raspberries and raspberry liqueur.
2. Gently muddle the raspberries to release their juices and infuse the liqueur.
3. Top with chilled champagne or sparkling wine.
4. Garnish with a few fresh raspberries on the rim of the glass.
5. Serve immediately!

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Savory Bacon-Wrapped Dates

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 90 per serving (2 dates)
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 3g

Ingredients:
12 Medjool dates, pitted
6 slices of bacon, cut in half
24 whole almonds
Toothpicks

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Stuff each date with 2 almonds.
3. Wrap each stuffed date with half a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
4. Place the bacon-wrapped dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the bacon is crispy.
6. Serve warm.

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Sweet and Spicy Honey Glazed Shrimp 

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 160 per serving (4 oz)
Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 20g

Ingredients:

• 1 lb of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon of sriracha sauce
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• Sesame seeds for garnish

Directions:

1. Mix honey, soy sauce, sriracha and minced garlic.
2. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the shrimp in a single layer.
4. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked.
5. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the shrimp before serving.

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Cheese Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 220 per serving (1/4 cup)
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 8g

Ingredients:

• 1 (10 oz) package of frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 (14 oz) can of artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup of sour cream
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix spinach, artichoke hearts, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream and minced garlic.
3. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
5. Serve hot with tortilla chips

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Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Canapes

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 50 per serving (2 canapés)
Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 4g

Ingredients:

• 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
• 4 oz of smoked salmon, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/4 cup of cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons of fresh dill, chopped
• Lemon zest for garnish
• Crackers or small bread slices

Directions:

1. Mix softened cream cheese and chopped fresh dill until well combined.
2. Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each cucumber slice.
3. Top with a piece of smoked salmon.
4. Garnish with lemon zest and additional dill, if desired.
5. Serve these elegant canapés on crackers or small bread slices for a delightful appetizer.

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles 

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 60 per serving (3 bundles)
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 5g

Ingredients:

• 12 asparagus spears, trimmed
• 6 slices of prosciutto, halved lengthwise
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss asparagus spears with olive oil, salt and pepper until evenly coated.
3. Bundle 3 asparagus spears together and wrap with half a slice of prosciutto.
4. Place the bundles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the asparagus is tender and the prosciutto is crispy.
6. Serve these irresistible bundles as a sophisticated New Year’s appetizer.

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Mini Caprese Skewers

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 50 per serving (2 skewers)
Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 12 cherry tomatoes
• 12 small fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
• 12 fresh basil leaves
• Balsamic glaze for drizzling
• Toothpicks

Directions:

1. Thread a cherry tomato, a basil leaf and a mozzarella ball onto each toothpick.
2. Arrange the skewers on a serving platter.
3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.

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Mushrooms and Gruyere Puff Pastry Bites 

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 80 per serving (1 pastry)
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
• 1 cup of mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup of Gruyere cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut it into small squares.
4. Mix chopped mushrooms, grated Gruyere cheese, fresh thyme leaves, salt and pepper.
5. Spoon the mushroom mixture onto the center of each puff pastry square.
6. Brush the edges of the pastry with egg wash.
7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
8. Serve these savory bites warm.

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Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs 

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 70 per serving (3 meatballs)
Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Protein: 7g

Ingredients:

• 1 lb of ground chicken
• 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup of teriyaki sauce
• Sesame seeds for garnish
• Toothpicks

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic and chopped green onions. Mix well.
4. Place the mixture into small meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for 15-18 minutes until cooked.
6. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a bowl and toss with teriyaki sauce until evenly coated.
7. Skewer each meatball with a toothpick and sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish.

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Spinach and Feta Phyllo Triangles 

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 80 per serving (1 triangle)
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 1 (10 oz) package of frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 4 oz of feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 12 sheets of phyllo dough, thawed
• 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Mix well.
3. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush it lightly with melted butter.
4. Place another sheet of phyllo dough on top and brush with butter.
5. Cut the layered phyllo dough into 3 strips.
6. Place a spoonful of the spinach and cheese mixture at the bottom of each strip.
7. Fold one corner of the phyllo strip over the filling to form a triangle.
8. Continue folding in a triangle shape until you reach the end of the strip.
9. Seal the edge with a little melted butter.
10. Repeat with the remaining phyllo dough and filling.
11. Place the filled triangles on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with melted butter.
12. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

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Cranberry Brie Bites 

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 90 per serving (1 bite)
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Protein: 3g

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
• 4 oz of Brie cheese, cut into small cubes
• 1/4 cup of cranberry sauce
• 2 tablespoons of chopped pecans
• Honey for drizzling

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut it into small squares.
4. Place a cube of Brie cheese in the center of each pastry square.
5. Top the Brie with a teaspoon of cranberry sauce and a sprinkle of chopped pecans.
6. Fold the corners of the pastry squares over the filling to create small bundles.                                                                           
7. Place the bundles on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
9. Drizzle with honey just before serving.

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