Happy Birthday, Buon Compleanno, Bon Anniversaire… no matter how you say it, Birthdays are to be celebrated in a grand way!  A day to really spoil your loved one with presents, laughter, and of course, great food and drink.  I love to put together special occasion menus, especially Birthday menus.  Today I am making an elegant menu for my husband’s Birthday:

Crab & White Bean Crostini

Crisp rounds of bread topped with lump crab meat, buttery white beans and flavored with lemon and jalapeno

 Coq au Riesling

A nice twist on a traditional coq au vin—this one made with a dry Riesling instead of red wine

 Collard Green Gratin

Tender collard greens with a creamy béchamel sauce, topped with breadcrumbs and Parmesan  

Chocolate Almond Tart with Vanilla Ice Cream

A puff pastry tart topped with melted milk chocolate, chopped almonds and a touch of sea salt

So without further ado…let’s raise a glass and cheers Scott—Happy Birthday Scott!

I love you very much.

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