Dinner by the Dozen: Twelve meals in two hours.

September Menu

School has started, there's a chill in the air, and yes, it's time for Chicken Marbella once again. Don't you just love Autumn?

Please choose 6 or 12 items from the choices below. Be adventurous and choose 6 or 12 different things, or select several of the same dish if it really appeals to you.

Chicken Marbella
The weather is getting cooler so it's time again for this delicious chicken, the most requested dish in our history, by far. Bone-in chicken pieces flavored with green olives, capers and dried plums. May sound unusual but trust us, this Mediterranean-inspired chicken is a crowd pleaser, (and if somebody doesn't like olives or prunes, they are easy to scrape off!). Bakes in the oven.
(low carb w/o prunes - gluten free - easy to split - easy at home - relatively kid friendly)

Parmesan-Crusted Pork Tenderloins - best seller from last month!
Tender pork tenderloins are encrusted in cumin and parmesan cheese and the result is divine. So simple yet elegant. Bakes in the oven.
(low carb - gluten free - easy to split - easy at home - kid friendly)

Spinach Pesto Spaghetti
A new twist on pesto, our version is made with spinach, nuts, parmesan, olive oil and just the right touch of lemon. The spinach gives this dish lots of vitamins and it may be the way to sneak it past your kids. Cooks on the stove.
(vegetarian - easy to split - v. easy at home - kid friendly - full meal)

Bacon-Wrapped Pork Chops
We have redundantly paired pork and bacon, resulting in very moist pork chops. Rosemary, garlic and olive oil add a nice Mediterranean touch. Stovetop.
(easy to split - gluten free - so easy at home - kid friendly)

Thai Chicken Legs
Chicken drumsticks seasoned with cilantro, fish sauce, hoisin sauce, coriander and garlic (among others) and served alongside spicy Thai sauce. Without the dipping sauce, the chicken legs are very family friendly. Grill for best results.
(easy to split - easy at home - kid friendly)

Tilapia Picatta ~ $3 supplemental charge
Lemon and capers make a wonderful zesty sauce for these moist tilapia fillets. One of our customers' favorites. Cooks in a skillet. Cooks in a skillet.
(low carb without breading - easy to split - easy at home - kid friendly with sauce on the side)

Bombay Tandoori Steak ~ $3 suppl. charge
In this dish, a marinade made with yogurt and cream, Indian spices and a touch of garlic, ginger and chilis, tenderizes and infuses tri-tip steaks. Perfect for the grill. Easy to adjust the spicy heat to make it more family friendly.
(low carb - gluten free - easy to split - easy at home - moderately kid friendly)

Chicken Scallopini with Fresh Garden Herbs
We are offering this dish once more before the cold weather gets to my garden herbs - yum! When you taste the fresh parsley and tarragon on these tender chicken breasts you won't believe this came from your freezer. A Dinner by the Dozen favorite. Since we cut the breasts in half horizontally they cook in a flash - sauté or grill.
(low carb - gluten free - easy to split - easy at home - moderately kid friendly)

EASY AT HOME

Corn and Bean Burgers with Chipotle Ketchup ~ NEW!
Looking to incorporate more veggie meals into your diet? You'll love these burgers made with corn, kidney and black beans and seasoned with a touch of chili pepper. Serve the burgers on buns with chipotle ketchup for a delicious dinner. Cooks on the stovetop since they are fragile.
(vegetarian - easy to split - easy at home - kid friendly - full meal)

White Chicken Chili ~ $3 supplement
Mild green chiles, white beans and lean chicken breasts make up the bulk of this wonderful white chili. Mild or hot - you add the hot sauce to your liking. Wonderful on a cold day, this chili has lots of chicken in it so it's really hearty. Cooks on your stovetop, although some clients have tried it in their crockpots too.
(easy to split but it's better to cook the whole batch and freeze leftovers - relatively easy at home - gluten free - kid friendly - full meal)

Glazed Pork Roast with Pineapple and Rice
Moist boneless pork loin bakes in the oven under a hoisin glaze and gets served with a side of roasted pineapple chunks and a pineapple-ginger sauce. So easy. We even provide the rice as a side dish. Oven and stovetop.
(easy at home - kid friendly - full meal)

Humitas
Usually humitas are cooked like tamales, enrobed in corn husks. In this version, we took the hard work and simplified the dish to cook it in a casserole dish instead. Pureed corn gets mixed with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, green chiles, milk, cheese and spices. A wonderful side dish or vegetarian entree.
(vegetarian - gluten free - easy at home - kid friendly - light meal)

Tortilla Soup
This soup will keep you happy and warm. Chicken soup full of tomato flavors, corn and beans, ready to simmer on your stovetop filling your home with delicious smells. Serve with a side of crunchy tortillas seasoned with chipotle (provided).
(v. easy to split - easy at home - kid friendly - full meal)

Vegetarian Tortilla Soup
Same as above but using vegetable broth instead of chicken.
(vegetarian - v. easy to split - easy at home - kid friendly - full meal)

A LITTLE BIT MORE INVOLVED AT HOME

Orange Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Rice - NEW!
Tender pieces of beef and crunchy broccoli are stir fried in a orange hoisin sauce and served over rice. Who needs take-out? Absolutely delicious.
(easy to split - a bit harder at home - v. kid friendly)

Traci's Chicken Pot Pie - best seller from last month (and each time we offer it)
After the arrival of each of my kids, my neighbor, and friend, Traci delivered a chicken pot pie to our doors. It was so good it almost made up for the sleepless nights. This recipe is based on hers and had become a favorite at Dinner by the Dozen over the years. Flaky pastry tops kid-friendly veggies and chicken in a creamy sauce. Cooks on the stovetop and oven. To make it healthier, we have omitted the bottom crust, but you won't miss it.
(cannot be split - more complicated at home - kid friendly - full meal)

Greek Chicken Rollatini
Your family will think you are so fancy when you prepare this dish. First we halve each chicken breast to make it thin, then roll it around feta, roasted peppers and kalamata olives. At home, you sear the chicken rolls in a hot pan and finish by simmering them in chicken broth. Delicious!
(gluten free - easy to split - relatively easy at home)

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Add-ons to your order, from our freezer ready to go:

Special Pancakes ~ $8.20 ($8.50 w/tax) per selection ~ Serves 4-6
Surprise your family as they head out to school. Ea recipe makes 12+ pancakes depending on size. All you have to provide is a skillet and maple syrup.

Dried Berry Pancakes: definitely kid-friendly, these sweet pancakes have a mixture of raisins and craisins and they are absolutely addictive. They are so yummy you could even skip the syrup.
Cinnamon Apple Pancakes: these pancakes taste of Fall. We blend white and whole-wheat flower to make them healthier, and add cinnamon and apples to make them delectable.
Southwestern Pancakes: not your usual flapjack, these have a touch of chili and cornmeal, corn kernels, optional green chilis and bacon, all in the batter. You could even serve these for dinner with a side of salsa, or even make them small and use them at your next cocktail party as "blinis" with caviar or salmon and sour cream.

PLUS: Make sure to ask us what's in our freezer!
Misc. assembled meals available for $22.50.

Note:
Please note that not all the ingredients are listed in the descriptions. If you have any dietary restrictions please ask us to see a complete list of ingredients. If somebody you will be serving food is allergic to an ingredient, please choose another dish in the menu since we cannot be held responsible for allergic reactions. Thank you.

The day of the session, please:

Bring a cooler with ice packs to transport all your food home.

Plan to go home directly after the session so you can freeze your food ASAP to ensure safety and best quality.