It's New Year's Eve, and you're looking for a meal that will blow your family and friends away. Look no further! This recipe is sure to make your guests feel special and welcomed into the New Year.
This dish combines the flavours of sweet and savoury, creating an unforgettable meal. Start off your New Year's Eve meal with a classic Shrimp Cocktail appetizer. Followed by a main course of Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Breasts. Finally, end with a decadent Chocolate Caramel Tart.
Your family and friends won't be able to resist this delicious meal!
Shrimp Cocktail Appetizer
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. cooked and peeled shrimp
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons horseradish
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a medium bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Stir until combined.
- Add cooked shrimp to the bowl and mix until evenly coated.
- Place shrimp in a serving dish and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with your favorite crackers or chips.
Spinach Ricotta Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F/180ºC.
- Cut a pocket in each chicken breast.
- In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, spinach, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the ricotta mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Place stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
Chocolate Caramel Tart
Ingredients:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch tart shell
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F/180ºC.
- Spread caramel sauce evenly over the bottom of the tart shell.
- In a medium bowl, combine chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave for 1 minute, stirring every 15 seconds until melted and smooth.
- Spread melted chocolate over the caramel layer.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tart shell is golden brown.
- Let cool before serving.
With this delicious meal, your family and friends will be ringing in the New Year in style!