jmcquown wrote:
> It's two weeks until the trip and I've had a couple more thoughts.
>
> It was mentioned, and I'm leaning towards pan-fried steaks. He loves filet
> minon; I'd go with either that or pan-fried NY strip. Heck, I even told him
> I'd nuke "baked potatoes" LOL
>
>
> Saute some broccoli florets in olive oil until tender-crisp. Throw in lots
> of garlic (I'm picturing 4-6 cloves, slivered) and maybe some sliced
> mushrooms. Continue to saute until garlic is lightly browned and mushrooms
> are tender. Deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine or squeeze a small
> lemon into the pan. Add medium-sized cooked frozen peeled deveined shrimp.
> Add half & half and simmer until the shrimp are heated through and the sauce
> has reduced. Season with salt & pepper, perhaps some Italian flat-leaf
> parsley (I don't want to go heavy on or buy a lot of herbs). Serve on a bed
> of pasta.
>
If you're concerned about stinking out other guests, then lose both the
broccoli and the garlic. Both of those are very strong smelling.
>
> Jill

--Bryan