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"Harmony of Flavours: Romantic Culinary Journey"

Starter: Spinach and Feta Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients:

  • 12 large mushrooms, stems removed and reserved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 200g fresh spinach, chopped
  • 150g feta cheese, crumbled
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
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Instrucions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  2. Place the mushrooms on a baking sheet.
  3. Chop the mushroom stems finely. In a pan, heat olive oil, sauté the onion until soft, add garlic, chopped mushroom stems, and spinach. Cook until the spinach wilts.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the feta cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Spoon the spinach and feta mixture into each mushroom cap.
  6. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Zest and juice of 2 lemons
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Roasted Vegetables:

  • 2 cups baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 cup baby carrots
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • In a bowl, mix the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken breasts in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the grill or grill pan. Grill the chicken breasts until fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes per side.
  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • In a large bowl, toss the baby potatoes, baby carrots, bell peppers, and zucchini with olive oil, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and slightly browned.
  • Serve the grilled chicken alongside the roasted vegetables.

Dessert: Amarula Chocolate Mousse

Ingredients:

  • 200g dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Amarula liqueur
  • 3 large eggs, separated
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish
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Instructions:

  1. Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Stir in the Amarula liqueur and let it cool slightly.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy. Add this to the chocolate mixture.
  3. In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture.
  4. Finally, fold in the whipped cream until well combined.
  5. Spoon the mousse into serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Before serving, garnish with chocolate shavings.
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