CAKES AND PIES
CAKES
- Coconut CakeWhite cake layers topped with fluffy white frosting and fresh coconut.$34
- Red Velvet CakeChocolately red layers with a fluffy cream cheese and pecan frosting.$26
- Chocolate Frosted CakeWhite cake layers with Ghirardelli chocolate cream cheese frosting.$26
- Old Fashioned Chocolate Fudge CakeWhite cake layers surrounded by cooked chocolate fudge icing. Just like G'ma used to make!$28
- Caramel Layer CakeCaramel layers topped with cooked caramel icing.$26
- Old Fashioned Lemon Cheese CakeNot a "cheesecake". White cake layers topped with a creamy cooked lemon icing.$28
- Peach Pound CakeSour cream and peaches inside and sprinkled with confectioners' sugar.$25
- Sour Cream Pound CakeTraditional Southern sour cream pound cake.$25
- Date Nut LoafDates and lots of nuts; drizzled with orange juice as soon as it's cooked.$30
- Carrot CakeThree layers of carrots, nuts and spices topped with a creamy frosting.$35
- German Chocolate CakeThree sweet German chocolate layers with a coconut and pecan icing.$35
CUPCAKES
Priced by the dozen.
- Red Velvet Cupcakes$14
- Carrot Cake Cupcakes$16
- White Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting$14
PIES
- Old Fashioned Pecan Pie$16
- Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie$18
- Sweet Potato Pie$15
- Pumpkin Pie$15
- Mini PiesOne dozen. Choose from Pecan Pies (Tassies), Chocolate Bourbon Pecan or Sweet Potato.$24
- Chocolate PieOld fashioned chocolate pie in a pastry crust.$18
FROM THE FREEZER
VEGETARIAN
- Vegetable Lasagna-4 servingsChopped vegetables layered with lasagna noodles, a cream sauce and cheeses.$24
- Mel's Mac and Cheese1.5 pounds. Seven cheeses....nothing else to say.$16
MEAT
- Traditional Lasagna-4 servingsLean ground beef mixture layered with lasagna noodles, marinara sauce and cheeses.$24
- Chicken Pot Pie-4 servingsCreamy combination of vegetables and chunks of chicken covered with a butter pastry crust.$24
- Chicken Divan-4 servingsBroccoli spears and chicken breasts topped with a creamy sauce and bread crumb topping.$24
- Chicken Tetrazzini-4 servingsDiced chicken in a creamy sauce with peppers, cheese and spaghetti.$24
- Green Chili Enchiladas-4 servingsGround beef, onions and cheese wrapped in a flour tortilla and topped with a green chili/jalapeno sauce.$24
- Wild Rice Chicken - 4 servingsA combination of wild rice, chopped chicken, and water chestnuts in a creamy mushroom sauce.$24
- Roasted Vegetable/Turkey Shepherd's Pie-4 servingsRoasted root vegetables combined with turkey in a light cream sauce and covered with mashed potatoes.$24
HOLIDAY MEALS
MEATS
- Turkey BreastRoasted or Deep-Fried. Serves 4-6.$46
- Turkey 10-14 lb.Roasted or Deep-Fried. Serves 10-14.$56
- Turkey 16-24 lb.Roasted only. Serves 16-24.$96
- Pork TenderloinRoasted with ginger rub. Serves 4-6.$42
- Stuffed Pork TenderloinPork tenderloin roast stuffed with apricots and prunes. Serves 4-6.$70
- Beef Tenderloin$35/pound. Roasted with rosemary and spices.
SALADS
All prices are for 6 servings unless noted differently.
- Divinity SaladShipped cream, pineapple, pecans and marshmallows.$25
- Spinach SaladSpinach and mushrooms with honey dressing.$20
- Waldorf SaladApples, celery, nuts and mayo.$20
- Broccoli Cranberry SaladBroccoli, dried cranberries, celery and sunflower seeds mixed with a vinegar mayo dressing.$28
- Mixed Green Saladwith vinaigrette dressing.$20
ACCOMPANIMENTS
All prices are for 6 servings unless noted differently.
- Broccoli-Corn CasseroleBroccoli and corn mixture topped with buttered crackers.$25
- Corn PuddingCorn, cream and eggs.$25
- Corn CasseroleCornbread and corn baked together.$25
- Deviled EggsA dozen stuffed egg halves.$12
- Glazed CarrotsSliced carrots with orange glaze.$24
- Glazed Sweet PotatoesChunks of sweet potatoes with orange and cranberry.$24
- Sweet Potato SouffleTraditional Southern shuffle, topped with brown sugar and pecans.$27
- Creamed SpinachSpinach in a cream sauce.$35
- Squash CasseroleRye bread makes this squash casserole a hit.$27
- Balsamic Marinated AsparagusCooked asparagus marinated in homemade balsamic dressing then layered with sweet peppers and green onions. Serve cold.$28
- Cranberry Pecan ChutneyA pint full of pecans, cranberry, apricots and brandy chutney.$20
- Cornbread DressingTraditional Southern dressing flavored with sage.$30
- Giblet GravyTraditional gravy made with turkey giblets and egg slices. About 3 cups.$12
- Bacon Tarragon Applejack GravyThe name tells you all you need to know. About 3 cups.$15
- AsparagusFreshly steamed with hollandaise sauce.$30
- Mashed PotatoesMashed potatoes with cream and butter.$18
- Garlic Mashed PotatoesMashed potatoes with garlic, cream and butter.$18
- Mashed Sweet PotatoesSweet potatoes mashed with cream, butter and a touch of cinnamon.$18
- Wild Rice with cherries and apricotsA mixture of wild rice, cherries and apricots to serve either warm or at room temperature.$30
BREADS
- Yeast RollsPer dozen.$8
- Sweet Potato BiscuitsPer dozen.$8.50
DESSERTS
PLEASE SEE THE COOKIES AND MORE MENU
TRAYS, TINS, BOXES AND BASKETS
TRAYS
Local delivery only. An assortment of cake slices, cheese straws, cookies and confections.
- Tray-12"Approximately 50 pieces.$46
- Tray-16"Approximately 70 pieces.$68
TINS
Goodies of your choice in a protective tin. Perfect for shipping.
- Cheese StrawsOne pound of cheese straws in a protective tin. Plain, Jalapeño or combination.$32
- Old Fashioned AssortmentA half dozen of each: English Thumbprint, Old Fashioned Molasses and Peanut Butter cookies.$25
- Balls TinOne and a half dozen of each: Date Nut Balls and Jack Daniels Balls.$32
- Brownie TinOne dozen triple chocolate brownies.$32
- Cookie TinJust pick a cookie from the Cookies Menu and we'll package them in a tin. Quantity varies based on price and size of cookie selected.$28
- Tipsy JarIn a jar instead of a tin. When you open the quart Mason jar, you'll savor the aromatic oaky smell of over three dozen Jack Daniels Balls.$32
BOXES
When you want a gift box with more contents than basket decorations.
- "A Bit of the South"-SmallSampler gift box of delicious Southern goodies. Old Fashioned Divinity (3 pieces), Mini Pecan Pies (3 pies), Cheese Straws (1/3 lb.).$18
- "A Bit of the South"-MediumSampler gift box of delicious Southern goodies. Old Fashioned Divinity (6 pieces), Mini Pecan Pies (6 pies), Cheese Straws (2/3 lb.).$30
- "A Bit of the South"-LargeSampler gift box of delicious Southern goodies. Old Fashioned Divinity (9 pieces), Mini Pecan Pies (9 pies), Cheese Straws (one lb.).$48
- Cookie Box for ShippingSpecially packaged selection of cookies, cheese straws and confections. Approximately 25 pieces.$38
- Cake BoxThree mini cakes--sour cream pound cake, date nut loaf and peach pound cake.$50
- CheesecakeChoice of New York Style or Sweet Potato Cheesecake.$48
- Cookie Box for Local DeliveryMore cookies than the box packaged for shipping. Approximately 40 pieces.$45
- Cupcake AssortmentRed Velvet, Carrot Cake and Chocolate Frosted. Four of each packaged for giving.$50
BASKETS
Baskets contain an assortment of cheese straws, cookies, confections, mini cakes, and breads. Prices range from $45 to $400 (based on basket size and contents). The handmade baskets are of high quality--sturdy enough to support lots of goodies. I'll put together an assortment for you or you can help decide what to include. Listed here are typical basket contents and prices.
- Basket-Small1/4 lb. Cheese Straws; 1/2 doz. Jack Balls; Cookies-4 each: Butterscotch Oatmeal, Fruitcake, Pfeffernusse, Molasses, Peanut Butter, Crispy Nut, Thumbprint; Candy-3 each: Divinity, Pralines.$58
- Basket-Medium1/2 lb. Cheese Straws; 1/2 doz. Jack Balls; Cookies-4 each: Butterscotch Oatmeal, Fruitcake, Pfeffernusse, Molasses, Peanut Butter, Crispy Nut, Thumbprint; Candy-4 each: Divinity, Pralines.$74
- Basket-Large1/2 lb. Cheese Straws; 1/2 doz. Jack Balls; 1/2 doz. date balls; Cookies-5 each: Butterscotch Oatmeal, Fruitcake, Pfeffernusse, Molasses, Peanut Butter, Crispy Nut, Thumbprint; Candy-5 each: Divinity, Pralines; Mini Date Nut Loaf; Mini Pound Cake.$138
- Basket-Extra Large1 lb. Cheese Straws; 1 doz. Jack Balls; 1 doz. Date Balls; 1 dozen Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies; Cookies: 1/2 doz. each: Fruitcake, Pfeffernusse, Molasses, Peanut Butter, Crispy Nut, Thumbprint; Candy-1/2 doz. each: Divinity, Pralines; Mini Date Nut Loaf; Mini Pound Cake.$168
- CustomFor larger baskets please call to discuss details and content desired.
GIFT CERTIFICATES
GIFT CERTIFICATES
Gift Certificates are available in any amount you choose and are redeemable for any of My Chef, Mel servcies and products. A pdf of the gift certificate can be emailed or an actual printed copy can be mailed to you or directly to the recipient.
PARTY FARE
FOR SMALL OR LARGE GATHERINGS
- Tea Sandwiches50 finger sandwiches with assorted fillings (cucumber with boursin, pimento, ham, egg salad).$50
- Chicken Salad Sandwiches50 mini almond-tarragon chicken salad sandwiches.$50
- Mini Quiche-Lorraine50 mini egg, bacon and swiss cheese pies.$62
- Mini Quiche-Spinach50 mini spinach and egg pies.$62
- Phyllo Triangles40 triangles filled with spinach and feta to serve warm.$65
- Sausage Puffs75 bite size puff pastries wrapped around sausage to serve warm.$50
- Cream Puffs-Sweet40 bite sized cream puffs filled with coffee cream filling.$60
- Cream Puffs with Chicken Salad40 bite sized cream puffs filled with chicken salad.$65
- Asparagus and Proscuitto40 pieces of tender asparagus wrapped in prosciutto to serve cold.$65
- Caramel Brie-Small RoundBrie topped with caramel nut sauce. Great served with crackers. Serves up to 50.$40
- Caramel Brie-Large RoundBrie topped with caramel nut sauce. Great served with crackers. Serves up to 100 people.$78
- Cheese (Straws) WafersOne pound of plain, jalapeño or combination.$20
- Spinach/Artichoke DipOne pint to serve warm. Great served with tortilla chips.$20
- Fruit Tray-18" AssortedSelection of seasonal fruit to serve up to 25 people.$72
BREAKFAST/BRUNCH
BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH
- Banana Walnut French ToastFrench toast in a casserole. Serves 8-10.$28
- Breakfast Casserole-SausageSausage with cheese and eggs. Great served with salsa. Serves 6-8.$27
- Sausage PancakeSausage and cheese in a pancake full of maple syrup. Serves 4.$18
- Quiche-Loraine8" pie with bacon, swiss cheese and eggs. Serves 6.$26
- Quiche-Spinach8" pie with spinach, swiss cheese and eggs. Serves 6$25
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
- Scones-CranberryOne dozen.$16
- Scones-DateOne dozen.$16
- Muffins-Blueberry$16
- Muffins-Banana Nut Bran$16
- Muffins-Cranberry Nut$16
- Muffins-Lemon Poppy Seed$16
- Fruit Tray-SmallSelection of seasonal fruit.$20
- Fruit Salad-SmallA seasonal fruit salad.$24
COOKIES AND MORE
COOKIES
By the dozen.
- Butterscotch OatmealUnique blend of flavors--a real favorite.$8
- "Hot" ChocolateChocolate cookies with just a little kick – chile powder. Topped with pecans.$10
- Junk Food JumblesChocolate covered peanuts, chocolate covered raisins and peanut butter candies held together with oatmeal. You never know what you'll bite into.$12
- English Thumbprint1" cookies coated in finely chopped pecans and topped with jam. Great for tea parties.$15
- Scottish ShortbreadTraditional shortbread cookies--full of butter. Also great for tea parties.$7
- FruitcakeLike a fruitcake but better.$15
- Amish Sugar2 dozen drop sugar cookies.$8
- Frosted Sugar$15
- SnickerdoodlesSugar cookies covered in cinnamon sugar. YUM!$7.50
- Peanut ButterSmall flourless cookies that will melt in your mouth.$5
- Chocolate CrinklesLike a bite-sized brownie.$8
- Red Velvet CrinklesThe name says it all.$8
- Pecan Pie CookiesFull of pecans.$15
AND MORE
- Lemon SquaresTraditional lemon squares topped with powdered sugar.$13
- Triple Chocolate BrowniesPacked with three different kinds of chocolate. Mmmmmmmmm.$15
- White Chocolate BlondiesBrown sugar brownies with white chocolate.$15
- "Really Huge" Cinnamon RollsOne taste of these frosted cinnamon rolls and you'll be hooked. Twelve rolls fill TWO 9"x12" pans.$28
- Cinnamon Rolls-not so hugeThe same great cinnamon rolls but half the size. One dozen fill a 9"x12" pan.$15
CANDY
CANDY
- DivinityA white cloud that melts in your mouth. Topped with a pecan. One dozen.$18
- Pecan PralinesA family Louisiana recipe. One dozen.$18
- Jack Daniels Balls1" balls with a Tennessee Kick. One dozen.$9
- Date Nut Balls1" balls full of dates and nuts then rolled in sugar. One dozen.$9
CHEESE (STRAWS) WAFERS
Priced by the pound
Please place orders at least one week in advance.
- Plain or JalapenoCheddar cheese and butter baked in a crunchy square. Sooooo Southern!$20
- Pecan Cheese RoundsCheddar cheese, butter and pecans baked into a tasty bite-sized round.$20
LUNCH
BAG LUNCHES
Individually packaged lunches.
- Sandwich-TurkeySmoked Turkey on homemade french bread with mustard and swiss cheese, potato salad and dessert.$11
- Sandwich-Roast BeefRoast beef and boursin on homemade french bread, potato salad and dessert.$12
- Sandwich-HamHam and cheddar on french bread, potato salad and dessert.$11
- Chicken Salad SandwichAlmond tarragon chicken salad on croissant, potato salad and dessert.$11.50
- Turkey and Cranberry SandwichTurkey breast and cranberry spread on croissant, fruit cup and dessert.$11.50
- Stuffed Tomato-Tuna SaladTomato stuffed with tuna salad. Served with homemade bread and dessert.$10.50
- Salad-Grilled ChickenGrilled chicken served on a bed of mixed salad greens with sliced peppers and balsamic vinaigrette. Served with homemade bread and dessert.$14
- Salad-Fried ChickenFried chicken slices served on a bed of mixed salad greens with sliced cucumbers, eggs and dressing. Served with homemade bread and dessert.$15
- Pasta Salad-Pesto ShrimpShrimp and pasta in a pesto sauce. Served with homemade bread and dessert.$15