Christmas is the time when we gather around the table, with laughter, stories and flavors that speak of tradition and family. If this year you want to focus on a menu that warms the heart and satisfies even the most demanding palates, here is a proposal that celebrates the great classics of Italian cuisine, with meat as the absolute protagonist.
Appetizers: The Start of the Party 🥂
We begin with a riot of flavors that prepare the palate for the rest of the lunch.
- Raw ham and winter melon : a fresh and delicate combination that never tires.
- Beef Meatballs : small, tasty bites, perfect for breaking the ice between toasts and chats.
- Liver pâté with warm croutons : an elegant touch that will conquer the most refined guests.
- Beef carpaccio with rocket and parmesan : light and full of flavour, for those who love fresh and intense notes.
The First Course: Agnolini in Brodo, A Hug of Taste 🍲
It's not Christmas without a heart-warming dish. Agnolini in capon broth are a symbol of the holidays, a dish that speaks of skilled hands, patience and love for cooking. The broth, prepared with care, is the essence of this dish, capable of enveloping each guest in a warm and comforting embrace.
Second Courses: Meat at the Center of the Table 🍖
For the second course, the protagonist is the boiled meats : a rich and generous dish, to be served with traditional sauces such as green sauce and fruit mustard. Each piece of meat tells a story of tradition and authentic flavors.
If you prefer something even more enveloping, there is the braised meat in Barolo : meat slowly cooked in wine, which melts in the mouth with a deep and aromatic flavour.
Side Dishes: Perfect Companions for Second Courses 🥗
Side dishes that enhance the main courses cannot be missed:
- Mashed potatoes , soft and velvety, perfect to accompany the intense flavours of the meat.
- Honey glazed carrots , a sweet and refined touch.
- Cauliflower au gratin , rich and enveloping, for an irresistible contrast.
Desserts: The Grand Finale 🍰
After a lunch like this, you need an ending that leaves everyone with a smile.
- Panettone filled with mascarpone cream : a classic that becomes even more delicious.
- Artisanal nougat , to nibble between one chat and another.
- Ricotta and chocolate tart , a sweet and velvety note to finish off in style.
Wines and Toasts: The Perfect Match 🍷
Pair your menu with a good structured red wine, such as a Barolo or a Chianti Classico, to enhance the flavors of the meat. And, of course, don't forget to toast with a fresh and festive sparkling wine, because at Christmas every glass should celebrate the joy of being together.
This menu is a tribute to tradition and the pleasure of good food, designed to make your Christmas a special moment to share with those you love. Prepare the dishes with love, set the table with care and enjoy the warmth of the holidays: it will be an unforgettable lunch.
Happy Holidays and bon appetit! 🎅✨
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