menu suggestions

[gryneyes]

Hello! I am "catering" a meal for 100+ people in April. Any thoughts on what would be a great meal (entree, veggie, starch) to prepare?

[tzurriz]

a little more information might help. Where are you? Is this a sit down formal black tie affair or back-yard BBQ with hayride? How much do you want to spend? Have you ever catered before? Etc.

[gryneyes]

Sorry! It is at our church in Colorado. This is a sit down dinner for youth auction. It is not a black tie or casual event, but they want it to be very elegant. We belong to a larger church and do not have a set budget. I was told that I could make whatever I wanted. I have done quite a few catering events (just a small side job for fun) and I was recommended by someone in the congregation. I am open to anything. Not much scares me when it comes to cooking either!

[tzurriz]

How about something classic like beef wellington, roasted asparagus (perfect for April), and double baked potatoes? Everyone loves the classics.

[laliz]

Ham

Turkey

Scalloped Potatoes or Au Gratin Potatoes

Baked Corn con Queso

Green Salad w/ choice of dressing(s)

Green Beans w/almonds

Baked Pineapple

Cranberry Relish

Bread Basket/Butter

Desserts: Cookies
Brownies
Bars

[RetiredChef]

It’s impossible to giving meaningful advice without more information.

What is your “food” budget per person?

Is this a buffet or plated event?

What equipment do you have (ovens – how many how big, slicers, flat-tops, grills, alto-shams, etc.)?

How are you holding the food?

Is there a theme (American, Italian, etc.)?

What about apps, salad, dessert, bread, coffee/beverage service?

Are you only going to offer one entrée choice?

I have catered many church events for a modest fee (I find it fun) since I have retired but each and every event is different and it the equipment that they have that actually dictates most of the menu.

[Emme]

i'd want to give a couple of entree choices, as suggested, perhaps even something for those that don't eat meat.

depending upon economics, i'd say meatloaf (beef and turkey versions), stuffed cabbage, lasagna, stir-fries (easy to offer meat, poutlry or veggie)....

for sides, garlic red-skinned potatoes, ratatouille, rice pilaf or an herbed rice; lentil/barley/rice salads, roasted cauliflower, onions and carrots

as echoed above, a little more info would help...