Sarah
After a careful review of Amy's selections I've decided on a menu for my first dinner:

Starter: Cheese Straws
Chicken with Forty Cloves of Garlic
Asparagus with Hollandaise
Cauliflower Gratin
Dessert: Lemon Meringue Tart

All family and friends who want to come RSVP by Saturday night 1/10.  No more than 10 so RSVP right away!
Sarah
On Christmas night a formal wager was made between my older sister Amy and I.  I will cook each recipe she selects from "Barefoot in Paris" for her at least once, and then I may assume ownership of her new cookbook.  No exceptions for food quality or mistakes!  She did not drive a hard bargain. 

On New Year's Eve, Amy marked all of the recipes in the book for me to cook.  More than 40, but I say, bring on the challenge!  I've always wanted to learn how to cook French food and though Ina Garten is no Julia Child the food will be delicious.

In my corner:  EVERYONE!  Let's face it - everyone wants me to win this one.  Their mouths started watering at the first mention of veal chops and loin of pork.  But I will be the ultimate winner!  New skills, new cookbook, and lots of fun dinners with everyone I love.  Who could ask for more?
Sarah
To Start
Lunch
  • Croque Monsieur  Soup, Sandwiches & Chocolate
  • Blue Cheese Souffle
  • Eggplant Gratin
  • Pissaladiere (Provencal Pizza)
  • Herbed Baked Eggs
  • Mussels in White Wine
  • Seafood Platter
Soup & Salad
Dinner
  • Chicken with Forty Cloves of Garlic   First French Feast
  • Roast Duck
  • Loin of Pork with Green Peppercorns
  • Boeuf Bourguignon
  • Filet of Beef au Poivre  Steak and Potatoes - au la francais
  • Steak with Bernaise Sauce
  • Veal Chops with Roquefort Butter
  • Rack of Lamb Persillade
Vegetables
Dessert