Fresh Roasted Gourmet

Fresh Roasted Gourmet

What to make for my mom's 80th birtday dinner?

I've never cooked for her before, and I want it to be extremely gourmet and challenging. I can't make any steak or seafood, because of my kids. The side dish will be roasted mushroom-shaped potatoes with fresh parsley and sage (more difficult and elegant then it sounds) and amish bread from scratch. Please don't give me easy to make ideas, it has to be EXTREMELY gourmet, and
I want it to be a surprise

This is all about your MOM, not the kids, so here's one that's both difficult, expensive AND a showstopper, trust me on this one. This is the one that I serve my potential clients, and it's a win every time.........

Filet Mignon over Lobster Boursin Mashed Potatoes with a Merlot Reduction

For the Merlot reduction:

3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1 tablespoon (1 to 2 cloves) chopped fresh garlic
2 finely diced shallots, or 1 white onion finely diced
Any meat trimmings you may have from the beef (see beef ingredient below)
1/2 (750-ml) bottle Merlot wine
1/2 pint (1 cup) strong beef stock or demi-glace
1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme leaves
1 tablespoon fresh chopped rosemary leaves
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter

For the lobster mashed potatoes:

4 medium to large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
2 bay leaves
1 pound lobster meat (you can substitute crab meat if desired)
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (to saute lobster) plus 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), for the potatoes
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
3 ounces soft herbed cheese (recommended: Boursin or Alouette, if you can't find that, just the Philly in the tub, herb and garlic))
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

For the filet mignon:

6 (4-ounce) beef tenderloins (filet mignon)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/8 cup grapeseed oil

For the Merlot reduction:
Directions

Heat the 3 tablespoons of oil in a large saucepan, and saute the garlic and shallots over a gentle heat until translucent. (If you have any trimmings of meat, you would add them at this time). Deglaze the pan with the wine, and add the beef stock and the thyme and rosemary. Allow this mixture to reduce. It could take 20 to 30 minutes (sometimes longer) at a rolling boil, uncovered. You want the liquid to evaporate to about 1/3 of what you started with (in order to intensify the flavor). Once you have reduced the liquid to the required volume, remove from the heat, strain through a chinois (a conical strainer) or some cheesecloth - so you can remove all the vegetables and herbs, and allow to rest in a warm place.
For the potatoes:

Boil the potatoes with the bay leaves until the potatoes are tender. While the potatoes are cooking, saute lobster meat in oil and butter until it is no longer translucent, and set aside. Drain the potatoes well and discard the bay leaves, then mash the potatoes. Using a beater, add in 1 stick of butter and salt and white pepper. Fold the lobster (or crab) meat into the potatoes and set aside in a warm place.
For the filet mignon:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Season beef with salt and pepper. In a heavy bottomed, oven-safe saute pan, add just enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan and heat on medium high heat on the stovetop. When the saute pan is hot, cook each side of the filets for approximately 2 to 3 minutes, leaving undisturbed for the first 2 minutes or so. Turn the filets and continue the searing process on the other side of the filets for another 2 to 3 minutes. Place the pan of steaks into the preheated oven. Allow the filets to cook a further 6 to 8 minutes in the oven (depending on the thickness of the steaks and the heat of your oven).

While the steaks are in the oven finish the potatoes by crumbling the Boursin cheese into the lobster mashed potatoes which you have been keeping warm and gently stirring it in to allow cheese to melt.

Remove the pan of steaks from oven and allow them to rest. (Remember to use an oven mitt; the handle of the pan will be hot!)

If necessary, briefly re-heat the Merlot sauce, then remove the pot from the heat and whisk in the whole stick of butter.

Plate a portion of mashed potatoes in the center of serving plate. Top with the filet mignon, spoon the Merlot sauce over and around and garnish with chopped chives.

Christopher K.

US Auctions Australian Auctions Austrian Auctions Belgian Auctions Canadian Auctions French Auctions German Auctions Indian Auctions Irish Auctions Italian Auctions Dutch Auctions Polish Auctions Spanish Auctions Swiss Auctions UK Auctions

Best Match Time: ending soonest Time: newly listed Price: lowest first Price: highest first Price + Shipping: lowest first Price + Shipping: highest first

GOURMET COFFEE PREMIUM WHOLE BEAN 2oz ORGANIC COSTA RICA LATIN AMERICA SUMATRA    US $3.49

Artisan GROUND BEAN COFFEE Gourmet Fresh Roasted in 3 Flavors Bold Rich Smooth    US $24.95

THE BEST GOURMET WHOLE BEAN PREMIUM FRESH ROASTED COFFEE Money Back Guarantee    US $9.59

CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY TRUFFLE COFFEE FRESH ROASTED FLAVORED GOURMET WHOLE BEAN    US $14.72

Small Coffee Sampler of Fresh Roasted Gourmet Coffee by Hunter Bay    US $20.95

Coronado Coffee Fresh Roasted Gourmet Specialty    US $7.95

Coronado Coffee Fresh Roasted Gourmet 2LB Resealable    US $17.50

Coffee USA 1776 Fresh Roasted Gourmet Coffee 5 lbs    US $37.50

Americas Best Coffee 1776 Fresh Roasted Gourmet Coffee 5 lbs    US $37.50

United States best coffee 1776 Fresh Roasted Gourmet Coffee 5 lbs    US $37.50

2 Pound Bag of Sun Valley Blend Premium Gourmet Coffee Fresh Roasted Beans    US $24.95

Artisan WHOLE BEAN COFFEE Gourmet Fresh Roasted in 3 Flavors Bold Rich Smooth    US $24.95

1776 Coffee Fresh Roasted Ground Gourmet Coffee 5 lbs    US $37.50

FRESH HAND ROASTED GOURMET COFFEE BEANS AS REAL AS IT GETS    US $3.20

2 Pound Bag of Frangelica Flavored Premium Gourmet Coffee Fresh Roasted Beans    US $26.95

2 Pound Bag of French Caramel Creme Premium Gourmet Coffee Fresh Roasted Beans    US $26.95

2 Pound Bag of River Runner Blend Premium Gourmet Coffee Fresh Roasted Beans    US $24.95

2 Pound Bag of Decaf Estate Blend Premium Gourmet Coffee Fresh Roasted Beans    US $24.95

2 Pound Bag of Sunrise Breakfast Blend Premium Gourmet Coffee Fresh Roasted Bean    US $24.95

2 Pound Bag of Classic French Roast Blend Premium Gourmet Coffee Fresh Roasted    US $24.95

2 Pound Bag of CowBoy Blend Premium Gourmet Coffee Fresh Roasted Beans    US $24.95

Americas Coffee 1776 Blend Fresh Roasted Gourmet Coffee 5 lbs    US $37.50

1776 Coffee Fresh Roasted Gourmet Coffee 5 lbs    US $37.50

25 lb Fresh Roasted Coffee Beans Gourmet American    US $18.95

Gift Boxed Holliday Coffee Tin of Fresh Roasted Gourmet Coffee by Huunter Bay    US $11.95

Prenium Coffee Sampler 0f Fresh Roasted Gourmet Coffee by Hunter Bay    US $36.95

Coffee Starter Kit of Fresh Roasted gourmet Coffee by Hunter Bay    US $105.95

premium ARABICA fresh Roasted gourmet blend ground COFFEE 30cups 4 oz Socafe    US $5.41

BEST GOURMET COFFEE ESPRESSO WHOLE BEAN PREMIUM FRESH ROASTED JAVAXOTIC 12oz    US $12.59

FRESH ROASTED WHOLE BEAN COFFEE NEW ORLEANS BANANAS FOSTER FLAVORED GOURMET JAVA    US $7.58

View Page:   1  2

	Cuisinart CVR-1000 Vertical Countertop Rotisserie with Touchpad Controls List Price: $365.00 Sale Price: $145.99 You save: $219.01 (60%)
	Description The Cuisinart Vertical Rotisserie seals in nutritious juices and drains away unwanted fat for healthier meals. To keep the temperature consistent, removable chrome insert reflects heat as the rotisserie turns, and a 3-hour countdown timer with auto-shutoff ensures perfect timing...

Nesco CR-1010-PRR Coffee Bean Roaster, 800 watt List Price: $189.99 Sale Price: $149.95 You save: $40.04 (21%)

Description The NESCO Pro Coffee Bean Roaster is a coffee enthusiast%27s dream%2C bringing the freshness and quality of roasting fresh gourmet coffee to your home%2E NESCO%27s Patented Catalytic Converter is the beginning of a new era in coffee history and a major step in the return of great tasting coffee to your home%2E%0D%0AOnce you%27ve experienced the flavor of fresh gourmet coffee roasted like this you%27ll want to share it with everyone you know%2E You%27ll be surprised to learn how fast and easy it is to roast your own specialty coffee beans right at home%2E%0D%0A%3Cbr%3E%3Cspace%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cleft%3E%0D%0ACraft Your Own Signature Coffee from Your Favorite Bean Combination%2C Achieve a Wide Range of Distinct Flavors%2E%0D%0A%3Cbr%3E%3Cspace%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cleft%3E%0D%0AIt%27s Fun and Easy%2E Roast up to 1%2F3 lb of Beans in only 20 to 30 Minutes%2C that%27s enough for 36 cups of Coffee%2E%0D%0A

	Roaster's Mug
	Description The ultimate Seattle Coffee Mug, featuring the glorious 'cup and wings' logo that has been flying Seattle's skies since 1995!

	Roasted Leg of Lamb - 24"W x 16"H - Peel and Stick Wall Decal by Wallmonkeys Sale Price: $33.99
	Description WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies...

	Dark Brazilian Santos, Whole Bean Coffee, 5 Pound Bag List Price: $43.08 Sale Price: $39.52 You save: $3.56 (8%)
	Description Brazil is the largest coffee producer in the world, and offers beans to fit just about every taste. This dark roasted version of our Brazil Santos coffee brings a fuller, richer flavor to this low acid bean...

	Planters-Nuts On the Go Snack Packs, 24/2 oz Variety Packs List Price: $19.95 Sale Price: $14.03 You save: $5.92 (30%)
	Description Try all three of these famously fresh tasting Planters nuts. Expertly roasted and individually packaged, perfect for when you're on the go. Contains 6 Salted Cashews 6 Honey Roasted Peanuts 12 Salted Peanuts

	Home Coffee Roasting, Revised, Updated Edition: Romance and Revival List Price: $17.95 Sale Price: $7.97 You save: $9.98 (56%)
	Description In the past decade, home coffee roasting has gone from a small but growing trend to an increasingly mainstream audience. Still, for many in the current generation of coffee lovers, roasting remains a mysterious process...