Menu suggestions for en Croute Entrées and Gourmet Stuffed Chicken Breasts:

Our supherb Madeira Sauce is included with every en Croute Entree and Gourmet Stuffed Chicken Breast - a great time-saver for you any night of the week, but especially welcome when you're entertaining.

Consult your greengrocer about what vegetables are in season (season is very important), and would be appropriate for a gourmet dinner featuring the entree you have selected. Ask your greengrocer for cooking instructions, if you're not sure how to prepare the vegetable suggested. Ask about salads, too!

Look at the pictures in our web site for ideas. Don't be daunted by how fancy they are; you will be pleased with what you accomplish just by following the advice on our Dinner Parties for Beginners page.

Ask your wine retailer for advice, too. Put yourself in the position to receive free consulting services; these people are there for you, and often have great information to pass along. When you find a gem, go back to say how pleased you were with the help!

Filet of Beef en Croute

• Madeira Sauce
• Steamed asparagus spears or very small whole "Blue Lake" green beans
• Au gratin potatoes, or potatoes Parisienne (scoop potato rounds from raw, peeled potatoes with a melon ball scoop; cook in salted boiling water til tender; drain, then saute 'til golden brown).

Chicken en Croute

• Madeira Sauce
• Mixed brown and wild rice

Chicken da Vinci

• Madeira Sauce
• Risotto, or Pasta (try a fancy gourmet variety, like Green Peppercorn)
• Baby carrots, sauteed briefly, then covered and steamed 'til just tender

Turkey en Croute

• Madeira Sauce
• Mixed baby vegetables, sauteed briefly, then covered and steamed 'til just tender
• Cooked wild rice

Breast of Chicken "Ana Luisa"

• Madeira Sauce
• Potato Parisienne or mixed brown and wild rice
• Steamed asparagus spears or petite peas

Breast of Chicken "Old Santa Fe"

• Madeira Sauce (add a pinch of chili powder & cumin, garnish with fresh cilantro)
• Cooked red or black beans, or corn bread
• Corn kernels with a garnish of diced red bell peppers, or sauteed baby squashes