HOLIDAY MENU REHEATING INSTRUC TIONS Carlino’s is proud to be a part of your holiday celebration. Our chefs have made each dish especially for you. We have crafted these special holiday meals to the point of perfection, so we ask you to follow our simple re-heating instructions to serve your guests with a delicious, home cooked meal from our kitchen to yours. Buon Natale (Merry Christmas!)
STEPS:
1. Preheat your oven to the indicated temperature. 2. Remove food item from refrigeration and allow to sit at room temperature for 30 min. (soups, pasta & side dishes) to 1 hour (for main course items) before proceeding with heating instructions. 3. Heat and serve.
*Due to the variance in home ovens, cooking times may differ. Be sure to check for preferred doneness.
ALL NATURAL SOUPS
Transfer soup into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently for approximately 15 minutes, or until heated through
HORS D ’OEUVRES Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat through for approximately 10–15 minutes.
Starches HOMEMADE PASTA
Preheat oven to 350°F. Loosen the aluminum lid, or top pan loosely with aluminum foil. For Lasagna, remove lid and parchment paper, heat for approximately 1 hour. Let rest before serving. For Pasta Favorites, heat for 20–25 minutes. Stir periodically.
ROASTED POTATOES, MASHED POTATOES, AND RISOTTO
Preheat oven to 350°F. Remove lid. Cover with foil. Heat for 30–35 minutes. Be sure to stir periodically.
VEGETABLES
Preheat oven to 350°F. Loosen the lid. Heat for approximately 20–25 minutes.
Main Courses CRAB CAKES
Preheat oven to 325°F. Remove lid. Heat for approximately 20-25 minutes.
OLD FASHIONED SPIRAL SLICED HAM
Remove plastic. Cover with foil. Bake in a preheated 325°F oven for 1 hour, or until a meat thermometer registers 140°F. Be careful not to heat beyond this point as this can result in dryness. Remove from oven, and allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving.
WHOLE ROASTED BEEF TENDERLOIN
This platter is intended to be served at room temperature. Tenderloin is cooked rare. Take out of refrigeration for 45 minutes. If rare is desired, serve cold, slice thin (1/4”) with horseradish cream and heated au jus. If a greater doneness is desired, preheat oven to 450°F, remove aluminum lid and cover with foil. Heat for approximately 15-20 minutes for medium doneness.
SLICED BEEF TENDERLOIN PLATTER
This platter is intended to be served at room temperature. Remove from refrigeration for 45 minutes. Uncover and serve.
ITALIAN STUFFED PORK LOIN
Preheat oven to 350°F. Loosen lid. For full pans, heat for approximately 45-50 minutes
VEAL MARSALA & VEAL PARMIGIANO
Preheat oven to 350°F. Loosen lid. Heat for approximately 30-35 minutes.
CHICKEN MARSALA & CHICKEN PARMIGIANO
Preheat oven to 350°F. Loosen lid. Heat for approximately 30-35 minutes.
FISH
Preheat oven to 350°F. Loosen lid. Heat for approximately 15-20 minutes.
BEEF BRASCIOLE
Preheat oven to 350°F. Loosen lid. Heat for approximately 35-40 minutes.
Homemade Baked Goods & Desserts CARLINO ’S HOMEMADE PASTRIES & PIES Be sure to remove from refrigeration for at least 30 minutes to allow the full flavors of the handmade delicacies to develop.