Daily menu, October 30: Halloween cheese pumpkins, mushroom-gratin beef and chocolate mousse mandarins
Bring a little Halloween spirit to the table on October 30 with a three-course menu that balances playful presentation and comforting flavors. The meal opens with pumpkin-shaped ricotta and Parmesan cheese spreads, a festive aperitif that sets a cheerful tone without taking attention away from the main event.
For the centerpiece, beef fillet with a mushroom gratin pairs tender steaks with a savory mix of shiitake, oyster and chestnut mushrooms, finished with Parmesan. Rosemary, garlic and new potatoes make the plate feel generous and satisfying, creating a natural transition from the creamy starter to a more substantial main course.
Dessert keeps the seasonal theme going in a fresh, charming way: mandarins with chocolate mousse turn familiar fruit into mini pumpkins filled with a rich, airy treat. Together, these recipes make a distinctive Halloween dinner, whether you are hosting friends or planning a special family meal. The practical FAQ and recipe-by-recipe shopping list below help you bring the menu together with ease.
Halloween cheese spread shaped like pumpkins
Want to surprise your guests right from the start of your Halloween party ? These pumpkin-shaped cheese balls are as cute as they are easy to make! Simply mix ricotta and Parmesan , season to taste, shape into balls, roll them in paprika for color,...
Beef fillet with mushroom gratin and rosemary potatoes
1. Preheat oven to 220°C/Gas 7. 2. Place the new potatoes in a large pan and fill with cold water to cover. Add a generous pinch of salt, partially cover with a lid and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are just tender when pierced with a skew
Mandarin mini pumpkins filled with chocolate mousse
This mini pumpkins will bring a cute touch to your Halloween table !
Frequently asked questions
Yes. The supplied recipe guidance says you can shape the cheese balls the day before and refrigerate them until serving.
How should leftover cheese spreads be stored?
Keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator; the recipe FAQ says they stay fresh for up to three days.
How can I decorate the cheese pumpkins further?
Add small pieces of olive or bell pepper as eyes for an extra playful look.
What can I serve with the cheese spreads?
Crackers, crunchy vegetables and slices of toast are suggested accompaniments for the aperitif.
Can I use another cheese in the starter?
The recipe FAQ suggests experimenting with cream cheese, plain or flavored, to vary the taste.
What makes the main course’s mushroom gratin?
It combines mixed mushrooms and chestnut mushrooms with shallot, garlic, chives, double cream, egg yolk and Parmesan.
What ingredients are used for the mandarin dessert?
The dessert lists mandarins, cream, sugar and melted chocolate for its fruit-and-mousse presentation.
Shopping list for the complete halloween menu
- 8.8 oz ricotta cheese
- 3.5 oz grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 cup)
- pepper (to taste)
- oregano (to taste)
- paprika
- black sesame seeds
- pretzel sticks
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 100g mixed mushrooms (shiitake, oyster), roughly chopped
- 100g chestnut mushrooms, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp chives, finely chopped
- 4 tbsp double cream
- 1 large egg yolk
- 4 fillet steaks, about 180g and 4cm thick
- 3 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan
- 500g new potatoes, scrubbed
- 5-6 tbsp olive oil
- Few sprigs of rosemary
- 8 garlic cloves, skin on and lightly crushed
- Knob of butter
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 6 mandarins
- 1 cup cream (200 ml)
- 1 oz sugar (40 gr)
- 3.5 oz melted chocolate (100 gr)
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