Comfort Food for a Crowd

Starters

Kentucky Beer Cheese on Toast
Welsh rarebit’s American cousin—a punchy blend of cheese and beer melted over toast—is a classic horse-country dish.

Crisp Pickled Vegetables
These crisp, tangy vegetables lighten up a rich meal. Made with guajillo chiles for a hint of spice, the vegetables can be served as a starter or alongside the main course.

Main Course

Meat Loaf with Red Wine Glaze
Brushing the meat loaf with a red wine glaze caramelizes as it bakes and makes it especially easy to pair with red wine.

Smoky Bacon-Roasted Chicken
Stuffing the chicken with intense flavorings season the meat as well as the skin. The mix of bacon, garlic and paprika adds delicious pungency.

Side Dishes

Potato Kugel with Fried Shallots
This baked pudding is crispy at the edges and deliciously creamy in the middle.

Creamy Spinach
This supereasy side dish has just three main ingredients.

Dessert

Chocolate Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce
Kentucky bourbon makes the caramel sauce for this decadent bread pudding extra special.