Fall Dinner Party Menu Ideas That Will Impress Guests!
A collection of delightful fall dinner party menu ideas that will impress your guests with seasonal flavors and elegant presentations.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting and Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- Butternut squash – 1 medium
- Brussels sprouts – 1 lb
- Apple cider – 2 cups
- Pork tenderloin – 2 lbs
- Fresh rosemary – 2 tbsp
- Olive oil – 4 tbsp
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- Pumpkin pie – 1 (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and cube the butternut squash, then toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Trim the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half, then add to the squash mixture.
- Place the butternut squash and Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
- Season the pork tenderloin with rosemary, salt, and pepper, then sear in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the pork to the oven and roast for an additional 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- In a saucepan, simmer the apple cider until reduced by half to create a glaze.
- Serve the roasted vegetables alongside the sliced pork drizzled with apple cider glaze.
- Finish the meal with a slice of pumpkin pie for dessert.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute seasonal vegetables based on availability.
- Make sure to let the pork rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Pair the meal with a crisp white wine or a light red wine.