What is the best main course dish for a dinner party, ie... Most impressive dish in the least amount of time?

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threefresheggs October 10, 2012
Boiled Lobster.
 
QueenSashy October 8, 2012
I think lamb tagine. It needs time to cook, but you leave it on the stove, so in a way it really does not take any effort. And you complement it with cous cous, which is also easy to make.
 
Summer O. October 8, 2012
Rack of lamb or butterflied leg of lamb with couscous with herbs, nuts and dried fruits.
 
Pegeen October 7, 2012
If time is really of the essence and meat is OK for all your guests, it's hard to beat a good quality beef tenderloin. Something like this:

http://food52.com/recipes/14725_porcini_and_rosemary_crusted_beef_tenderloin_with_port_wine_sauce
 
susanm October 7, 2012
my go-to, especially for fall:
the day before i make these short ribs: http://www.mariobatali.com/recipes_shortribs.cfm
then shred and let them become a ragu i serve over orecchiette.
BIG HIT every time, and you do all the hard work the day before.
 
Donaldcan October 7, 2012
I've had success with Tuscan pork roast. It works because you can prepare it ahead of time and enjoy drinks or wine with guests while it's in the oven. When it's done, just slice and serve with pickled or fresh veggies and chilled applesauce. Baked squash is great, too. I modify the following recipe a little. I like to dredge the meat in flower, salt, pepper and paprika before browning on the stove top. I also add potatoes. If you have a nice oven to table roasting pan, like Le Cruseut, you can lay the pork slices on top of the potatoes and place right on the table and you're done. it's great for an autumn dinner party. Pairs well with cab. Hmmm. I think we're due for a party, too!

http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Roasted-Pork-with-Sage-Rosemary-and-Garlic-359649
 

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sexyLAMBCHOPx October 7, 2012
Filet Mignon Roast
 
DianneD October 7, 2012
Can't go wrong with beef tenderloin!
 
Author Comment
Braised Boneless Short RIbs: http://www.food.com/recipe/braised-boneless-short-ribs-344449 - Guiness-Braised Boneless Short Ribs with Prunes: http://www.food.com/recipe/guinness-braised-boneless-short-ribs-with-prunes-344452 - Bloody Mary Short Ribs http://www.food.com/recipe/bloody-mary-short-ribs-335959
 
sexyLAMBCHOPx October 7, 2012
http://food52.com/recipes/9111_dan_barbers_braised_short_ribs
 
Christine October 7, 2012
I think a paella fits that description!
 
ginger L. October 7, 2012
How about short ribs? Any recipe suggestions??
 
Christine October 7, 2012
I've had guests get thirds of short ribs with cheese polenta, so I'd say that's a very successful dinner party dish. My recipe isn't online though.
 
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