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S I G N A T U R E M E N U

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BREAKFAST PACKAGES | 1BREAKFAST A LA CARTE | 2SANDWICHES | 3SALADS | 4BUILD YOUR OWN DELI TRAY | 5BEYOND BBQ | PG 6SIGNATURE ENTRÉES AND SIDES | 7SIGNATURE PACKAGES | 8APPETIZERS | 9APPETIZER PACKAGES | 10ACTION STATIONS | 11DESSERTS | 12BAR SERVICE | 13OPPORTUNITIES | 14TERMS AND CONDITIONS | 15-16

| DI E TA RY ACCOMM O DATION S | We can gladly accommodate most dietary requests.

Ask about our vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and dairy free options.

Since opening in Springfield in 1995, Nelson’s Catering has offered quality catering services to our clients throughout Central Illinois. Led by brothers Josh and Jeff Lindvall, Nelson’s caters a variety of events including corporate events, weddings, private parties and fundraisers through our Fundraising Program.

Our services include pick up, delivery with buffet set up and on-site catering with a full service staff. Whether it’s providing box lunches for a small board meeting, appetizers and bar service for a gala or client reception, or on-site grilling for a large employee picnic, our goal is to assure your event will have the professional experience, delicious food and attention to detail you are looking for.

We take pride in every part of our operation. We strive to offer our clients top quality food and consistent catering services while staying within their budget. Our sales staff excels in customer service and is available to help you plan your menu and offer expertise to make your event a success. Our professional catering staff is extensively trained and arrives prepared so your event runs smoothly.

Choose Nelson’s Catering. We’ll take care of the details so you can enjoy your event!

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Salad entrées do not include side selections Salads served with homemade pretzel sticks

Sandwiches served as Boxed lunches -individually or on platters with condiments, cutlery and napkin. Beverages not included. Includes 2 sides. Limit 4 sandwich types.

Sides must remain the same for all sandwiches. All sandwiches can be made as wraps or lettuce wraps

All sandwiches include choice of 2 sides

LOADED POTATO SALAD (ADD .75)“PIT-TATO” SALAD (ADD .50)MACARONI & CHEDDAR SALADFRESH FRUIT SALAD

HONEY SMOKED HAM | 9.25Honey Smoked Ham made with Swiss cheese, leaf lettuce and sliced tomato on wheat berry bread

SMOKED TURKEY BREAST | 9.35 Smoked turkey breast topped with Swiss cheese, leaf lettuce and sliced tomato on wheat berry bread

THE VEGETARIAN WRAP | 9.35Lettuce, tomato, cucumber, red onion, red and green peppers served in a flour tortilla

CARVE MASTER | 10.25Applewood smoked ham, Swiss cheese, leaf lettuce, sliced tomato, red onion and honey dijon spread on pretzel roll

THE CLUB | 10.50Smoked turkey breast, honey ham, bacon, cheddar cheese, leaf lettuce and sliced tomato on buttery croissant

CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP | 10.50Nelson’s grilled chicken breast, thinly sliced and topped with Parmesan cheese, romaine lettuce, sliced tomatoes and Caesar dressing

SOUTHWEST CHIPOTLE TURKEY | 10.75 Chipotle roasted turkey breast, Colby jack cheese, roasted corn and black bean fiesta, leaf lettuce and chipotle mayo on ciabatta roll

ITALIAN COMBO | 10.95Honey smoked ham, Genoa salami, sliced pepperoni, provolone cheese, leaf lettuce, sliced tomato, red onion and basil pesto mayo on brioche roll

AVOCADO & VEGGIE DELIGHT | 10.95 Fresh avocado spread, sliced cucumbers, red onion, sliced tomato and leaf lettuce on dutch crunch roll

NELSON’S CHICKEN SALAD | 10.95 Nelson’s grilled chicken breast, relish, celery and mayonnaise, topped with leaf lettuce and sliced tomato on buttery croissant

ASIAGO ROAST BEEF | 11.50Angus roast beef, smoked bacon, leaf lettuce, tomato, red onion and roasted garlic asiago spread on ciabatta roll

SEASONAL FRESH WHOLE FRUIT ITALIAN ROTINI PASTA SALAD POTATO SALAD CREAMY COLESLAWGOURMET COOKIE

GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD | 9.95Nelson’s grilled chicken breast, romaine lettuce, rotini pasta, shaved parmesan, tomato, garlic panko croûtons and Caesar dressing

COBB SALAD | 10.95 Romaine, grilled chicken, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, roasted corn, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, avocado and chipotle buttermilk ranch dressing

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SALAD | 10.95Nelson’s grilled chicken breast, roasted corn, black beans, diced red onions, cherry tomatoes and tri-colored tortilla strips on a bed of chopped romaine, tossed lightly in BBQ sauce, served with jalapeño ranch

1.00 PER PERSON

BOTTLED WATERASSORTED SODASCANNED ICED TEACANNED LEMONADE

ASSORTED COOKIES | 1.50LOADED CHOCOLATE BROWNIES | 1.50ASSORTED GOURMET DESSERT BARS | 2.50

GARDEN SALAD | 8.95Romaine lettuce, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, shredded cheddar cheese with ranch or french dressing

SPINACH SALAD | 9.25Spinach and romaine lettuce with sliced red onions, hard boiled eggs, grape tomatoes and bacon crumbles served with a house made tomato vinaigrette

SUMMER SALAD | 9.25Spring Mix greens, sliced apples, toasted walnuts, sliced strawberries and feta cheese served with mango chardonnay vinaigrette

ITALIAN CHOP SALAD | 9.45 Romaine lettuce, Genoa salami, pepperoncini, olives, mozzarella and red wine vinaigrette dressing

Sandwiches Salads

Sides

BBQ, JALAPEÑO, OR ORIGINAL KETTLE CHIPS

Desserts

Beverages1.oo Per Person

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BAKED RIGATONI | 10.95Rigatoni baked with marinara and Italian sausage topped with mozzarella cheese and served with roasted asparagus, squash and zucchini, breadsticks and Caesar salad

TACO BAR | 11.25 Seasoned ground beef and pulled chicken served with sour cream, salsa, diced tomato, shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, jalapeños, flour tortillas, black beans, sweet corn and peppers and Mexican rice 2 tacos/person

PENNE PASTA PRIMAVERA | 11.25Grilled chicken tossed with seasonal vegetables served with bread sticks, spinach salad, roll and butter

GLAZED HAM | 11.25Smoked honey ham sliced and glazed with brown sugar and butter served with roasted sweet potatoes, southern style green beans, garden salad, roll and butter

CHICKEN STIR FRY | 11.95Nelson’s grilled chicken tossed with fresh broccoli, green beans, mushrooms, red peppers, onions and house-made teriyaki served with Asian rice and vegetable egg rolls

CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO | 11.95Fettuccine noodles tossed with grilled chicken and our homemade alfredo sauce served with green beans, breadsticks and Caesar salad

HOMEMADE MEATLOAF | 12.50Fresh ground beef, onions, peppers and a special blend of seasoning, topped with our homemade sauce served with mashed potatoes with gravy, glazed carrots, garden salad, roll and butter

HOMEMADE LASAGNA | 12.50Layers of marinara, Italian sausage, ricotta and mozzarella cheese stuffed between fresh pasta sheets, baked and served with assorted vegetables (asparagus, zucchini, squash) breadsticks and fresh garden salad

CHICKEN POT PIE | 12.75Homemade, individual pie stuffed with grilled chicken breast, onions, celery, peas, carrots and corn with fresh garden salad

POT ROAST | 13.95Slow roasted beef top round served with roasted carrots and potatoes in natural jus, garden salad, roll and butter

See our sandwiches, wraps and salads for additional vegetarian options or ask your Sales Representative.

FETTUCCINE ALFREDO | 9.95Fettuccine noodles tossed with homemade alfredo sauce served with roasted asparagus squash and zucchini, breadsticks and Caesar salad

MEATLESS LASAGNA | 11.25Layers of marinara, mozzarella, and ricotta cheese stuffed between fresh pasta sheets and baked served with fresh green beans, breadsticks and garden salad

LINGUINE WITH PESTO | 11.25Served with bread sticks and Caesar salad

VEGETABLE RAVIOLI | 12.95Grilled shallots, forest mushrooms and provencal tomato sauce

PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM STEAK | 12.95Marinated and grilled with green beans, artichoke hearts, tomatoes and a balsamic reduction on a bed of long grain rice

VEGAN BURGER | 10.95 Certified vegan soy based burger, served with fresh hamburger bun, vegetarian baked beans and garden salad

CHOOSE: 2 MEATS, 2 CHEESES, 2 BREADS, 2 SIDES AND DRINK | 10.50/PERSON

| SIDE DISHES |Assorted Potato ChipsPretzelsPotato SaladCreamy Cole SlawCheddar Macaroni SaladRotini Pasta Salad

| BEVERAGES |Bottled WaterAssorted Coca-Cola Products Canned LemonadeCanned Iced Teas

| DESSERTS |(add for 1.50)Gourmet CookieLoaded Chocolate BrownieGourmet Dessert Bars (add .50)

| DELI MEATS | Angus Roast BeefHoney Smoked HamSmoked Turkey BreastGenoa Salami

| DELI CHEESES | Provolone CheeseColby JackMonterey Pepper JackBaby SwissCheddar

| BREADS |Wheat BerryArtisan BaguetteCroissantCountry White

Add soup or salad bar to your lunch/dinner event

SALAD BAR | 3.95Fresh chopped romaine served with shredded carrots, shredded cheddar cheese, grape tomatoes, sliced red onions, sliced hard boiled eggs, cucumbers and diced smoked ham & turkey, croutons, buttermilk ranch and french dressings

Build Your Own Deli Tray Beyond BBQ

We are known for our grilled items, but we are more than a BBQ company - a lot more! All packages include disposable tableware -

side dishes may be substituted

Soup or Salad Bar

Served with plateware, cutlery, cups and napkin

Vegetarian Options

All packages include disposable tableware -side dishes may be substituted

*Includes a Garnish Tray with lettuce, tomato, pickles, mustard and mayonnaise.

CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP | 2.95Juicy cuts of white and dark chicken, onion, carrots and celery cooked in a flavorful chicken broth with fresh dumplings

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP | 3.25Fresh pieces of broccoli in a heavy cream blended with rich cheddar cheese and seasoned with paprika

NELSON’S CHEESY POTATO SOUP | 3.50Bacon, green onion and cream added to our signature cheesy potatoes to create this one of a kind soup.

GARDEN VEGETABLE SOUP | 2.95This vegetable soup consists of vegetarian broth loaded with fresh carrots, onions, potatoes, corn, spinach, red bell pepper, zucchini, and tomatoes

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| CHICKEN |1/4 Chicken .................................. 11.75 Chicken Breast 6oz ..................... 12.15 1/2 Chicken .................................. 14.25

| PORK | Johnsonville Bratwurst .............. 11.50 Pulled Pork BBQ .......................... 11.75 5oz Pork Chop ............................. 12.15 Roasted Pork Loin ....................... 12.65 8oz Center Cut Pork Chop ......... 13.65 1/2 Slab Baby Back Ribs. ........... 15.50

| BEEF |Hot Dogs 1/4 lb ........................... 11.50 Black Angus Burger 1/3 lb ......... 11.75 Italian Beef. .................................. 12.65 Smoked Beef Brisket .................. 15.75 Petite Beef Tenderloin................ 18.50NY Strip 10oz. .............................. 21.25 Ribeye Steak 10oz. ...................... 22.25 Prime Rib 10oz. ........................... 22.50

|COMBINATION DINNERS | 2 entrées/personAngus Burger & Bratwurst .............14.751/4 Chicken & Pulled Pork BBQ ......14.751/4 Chicken & Ham 4oz .................14.751/4 Chicken & 1/4 Ribs ..................15.751/4 Chicken & Pork Chop 8oz .......16.951/4 Chicken &Smoked Beef Brisket .....................18.95Chicken Breast & Baked Ham .......14.95Chicken Breast &Pulled Pork BBQ .............................15.25Chicken Breast &5oz Pork Chop ................................15.50Chicken Breast &Roasted Pork Loin ..........................15.95Chicken Breast & Lasagna ............16.25Chicken Breast &Center Cut Pork Chop....................17.00Smoked Beef Brisket &Pulled Pork BBQ .............................18.75Smoked Beef Brisket &Roasted Pork Loin .........................19.50

Pricing includes choice of 3 sides, roll & butter or bun, condiments, disposable plates, utensils and napkins*1.5 entrée pricing available upon request

Signature SidesEntrée pricing includes 3 sides

| POTATOES & PASTA | Baked PotatoFour Cheese Macaroni & CheeseFettuccine AlfredoNelson’s Cheddar Cheese PotatoesBaked Potato BarMashed Potatoes with GravyRoasted Sweet PotatoesRoasted Herb & Garlic Red Skin PotatoesNelson’s “Pit Tatoes”Twice Baked PotatoRice Pilaf

| VEGETABLES |Texas Style Baked BeansSouthern Style Green BeansWhole Kernel CornGlazed Baby CarrotsGreen Bean Casserole Vegetarian Baked PotatoesKey West BlendRoasted Sweet Corn & PeppersRoasted Asparagus, Zucchini & SquashRoasted Corn & Black BeansRoasted Root Vegetables

| SALADS & FRUITS |Fresh Garden SaladNelson’s Southwestern SaladFresh Caesar Salad Fresh Spinach SaladSummer SaladDeluxe Potato SaladRotini Pasta SaladFresh Fruit Salad Nelson’s “Pit Tato” SaladMacaroni & Cheddar SaladCreamy Cole SlawRoasted Caramel Apples

All packages include disposable tableware. All side dishes may be substituted upon request. 1.5 entrée pricing available upon request.

| 1 | 1 ENTREE - 12.95 2 ENTREES - 16.501/4 BBQ Chicken8 oz Center Cut Pork ChopNelson’s Cheddar Cheese PotatoesSouthern Style Green BeansFresh Caesar SaladRolls and Butter

| 2 | 1 ENTREE - 12.502 ENTREES - 16.25Grilled Chicken BreastBaked LasagnaRoasted Herb & Garlic Red Skin Potatoes Key West Blend of VegetablesGarlic BreadsticksFresh Garden Salad

| 3 | 1 ENTREE - 11.85 2 ENTREES - 14.751/4 Grilled BBQ ChickenPulled Pork BBQ SandwichTexas Baked BeansMacaroni and CheeseFresh Fruit SaladBun and Condiments

| 4 | 1 ENTREE - 11.95 2 ENTREES - 14.75HamburgerHot DogJohnsonville BratwurstTexas Baked BeansNelson’s “Pit-Tato” SaladCreamy Cole SlawBuns and Condiments

| 5 | 1 ENTREE - 11.25 2 ENTREES - 14.50Pulled Pork Italian Beef Mac and Cheese Creamy Cole Slaw Southwest SaladBun and Condiments

Signature Entrees Signature Packages

| 6 | 1 ENTREE - 12.25 2 ENTREES - 15.505 oz. Pork ChopGrilled Chicken BreastNelson’s “Pit-Tato” SaladRoasted Sweet Corn and PeppersFresh Fruit SaladHamburger Bun and Condiments

| 7 | 1 ENTREE - 14.95 2 ENTREES - 19.95Smoked Beef BrisketAmerica’s Cut Pork ChopRoasted Sweet Potatoes Southern Style Green BeansSouthwestern SaladRolls and Butter

| 8 | 1/3LB. - 13.95 1/2LB. - 15.95Gourmet Burger BarPulled Pork BBQ, Bacon, Cheddar, Swiss and Pepper Jack Cheese, Jalapeños, Salsa, Dijon Mustard, Chipotle Mayo, Red Onion Slices, Sautéed Mushrooms, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, Hamburger Bun & CondimentsNelson’s “Pit-Tato” SaladTexas Baked BeansFresh Fruit Salad

| 9 | 22.50Herb Encrusted Prime RibRoasted Red Skinned Potatoes in Garlic ButterAsparagus with Zucchini and SquashFresh Garden SaladRolls and Butter

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| HOT OFF THE GRILL |Nelson’s Original Chicken WingsSweet Thai Chili WingsChipotle BBQ WingsFire Roasted Hot WingsPit-tatoes with White BBQ

| CHIPS AND DIP |Tortilla chips included with all dipsSupreme Nacho DipBLT DipSpinach & Artichoke Dip with Toasted PitaBuffalo Chicken DipChicken Fajita SpreadSalsa Trio

| SLIDERS |Pulled Pork SlidersPulled Pork BBQ Sliders with Avocado Salsa and Crispy OnionsNelson’s Roasted Pork Loin SlidersMini Cheeseburger SlidersBrisket SlidersItalian Beef SlidersChicken Tempura Sliders with Jimica Slaw and Chipotle AioliGrilled Chicken SlidersSilver Dollar Deli SandwichesMini Brats

| SWEET BITES |Mini Chocolate Covered ÉclairsDark Chocolate Coated Cream PuffsLoaded Chocolate BrowniesSalted Carmel BrowniesGourmet Dessert BarsAssorted Mini Cupcakes

| HOT APPETIZERS | Bacon Wrapped DatesBacon Wrapped Water ChestnutsBBQ Smokey LinksBeef Kabobs with Peppers, Mushrooms, and OnionsVegetable SkewerChicken Satay with Bourbon GlazeBourbon Glazed MeatballsSweet Chili Thai MeatballsItalian Marinated Chicken and Italian Sausage Stuffed MushroomsSpinach Stuffed MushroomsSanta Fe Egg Rolls with Southwest RanchVegetable Egg Rolls with Sweet and SourMini Crab Cakes with Lemon AoiliPretzel Bites with Homemade Beer Cheese Sauce

| COLD APPETIZERS |Antipasto SatayBruschetta with Toasted CrostiniGoat Cheese Crostini with Carmelized OnionsCaprese BitesCharcuterie TrayFresh Fruit TrayFresh Vegetable Tray with DipSundried Tomato CheeseballDeli PinwheelsFresh Fruit KabobsProscuitto Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon AioliRoasted Red Pepper Hummus with Pita ChipsJumbo Shrimp

Nelson’s suggests at least 6 selections for your appetizer party. Price includes disposable plastic tableware. For larger groups, please call for pricing. Packages may be customized.

| 1 | 10.50Bruschetta with CrostinisDeli Pinwheel TrayVegetable Tray with DipBacon Wrapped Water ChestnutsBBQ Smokey LinksBourbon Glazed MeatballsSpinach and Artichoke Dip

| 2 | 12.75Bourbon Glazed MeatballsBBQ Smokey LinksFire Roasted Hot WingsFresh Vegetable Tray Fresh Fruit TrayCheese & Cracker Tray

| 3 | 13.75Nelson’s Original Chicken WingsSpinach & Artichoke DipMini Cheeseburger SlidersBacon Wrapped Water ChestnutsItalian Sausage Stuffed MushroomsCheese & Cracker Tray Bruschetta with Crostinis

| 4 | 13.75Chicken Fajita SpreadNelson’s Roasted Pork Loin SlidersBourbon Glazed MeatballsItalian Sausage Stuffed MushroomsFresh Vegetable TrayBruschetta with Crostinis Gourmet Dessert Bars

| 5 | 14.25Nelson’s Grilled Chicken TendersPulled Pork SlidersBLT DipGoat Cheese CrostinisSanta Fe Egg RollsFresh Fruit TrayFresh Vegetable TraySalted Caramel BrowniesADD AN ACTION STATION TO YOUR APPETIZER PARTY - SEE PAGE 14

Appetizers Appetizer Packages

| 6 | 15.50Roasted Pork LoinBuffalo Chicken DipBacon Wrapped DatesSpinach Stuffed MushroomsDeli PinwheelsCheese and Cracker TrayCaprese BitesLoaded Chocolate Brownies

| 7 | 16.95Whole Turkey Carving Station Smoked Brisket SlidersChicken SatayBLT CrustinisJumbo ShrimpGoat Cheese CrostinisVegetable Egg RollsFresh Fruit TrayFresh Vegetable TrayMini Chocolate Covered Éclairs

| 8 | 17.95Roasted Pork Loin Carving StationItalian Marinated Chicken SkewersMashed Potato BarBacon Wrapped DatesShrimp ShootersAntipasto TrayFresh Fruit TrayFresh Vegetable TrayS’mores Bar

| 9 | 19.50Petite Beef Tenderloin Mac and Cheese BarSpinach and Artichoke DipItalian Sausage Stuffed MushroomsCaprese BitesMini Crab Cakes with Lemon AioliSundried Tomato Cheese BallMini Chocolate Mousse Parfait with Raspberry Filling

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All desserts priced per personPriced per person to pair with your dinner or appetizer party

| SPECIALTY ACTION STATIONS |

COFFEE BAR | 1.95Freshly brewed coffee served with caramel, hazelnut and vanilla syrups, cinnamon, nutmeg, whipped cream, fresh cream, sugar and sweetener

SALSA BAR | 2.95Fresh made corn & black bean salsa, pico de gallo, and avocado salsa served with corn tortilla chips

MAC & CHEESE BAR | 3.50Four cheese macaroni and cheese with shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, mushrooms, and parmesan bread crumbs

MASHED POTATO BAR | 4.25Mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, sour cream, beef gravy and butter Baked Potato - Add .50

FRESH FRUIT BAR | 4.50Assortment of melons, kiwi, blueberries, raspberries with fruit dip

PASTA BAR | 4.25Penne, bowtie and linguini pastas with marinara, pesto and alfredo sauces - Italian sausage meatballs with parmesan and crushed red pepper

POPCORN BAR | 3.50A buffet of seasoned popcorn, caramel corn, and chocolate covered popcorn add toppings | 1.25

ICE CREAM SUNDAE BAR | 2.95Vanilla ice cream with chocolate, caramel, and strawberry syrup, crushed Oreos, Butterfingers and M&M’s, nut toppings and whipped cream

S’MORES BAR | 3.25Marshmallows, Hershey’s Chocolate and graham crackers displayed for an interactive, make your own s’mores experience for your guests

| CARVING STATIONS |Carving Stations enhance any event or reception and are very popular with cocktail parties — a unique alternative to the buffet or plated and served style format. With a Nelson’s attendant to carve your entree to order, guests will appreciate the personalized attention of a carving station.

WHOLE TURKEY BREAST | 2.25 Slow roasted and carved to order by a Nelson’s attendant. Served with Bistro sauce.

ROASTED PORK LOIN | 2.50Our slow roasted Pork Loin is carved to order by a Nelson’s attendant. Served with Pineapple Salsa

SPIRAL CUT HAM | 3.25Fresh smoked, spiral cut honey ham carved to order by an attendant. Served with dijon cream sauce.

PETITE BEEF TENDERLOIN | 3.75USDA choice chuck tender steak, grilled to perfection served with homemade bourbon peppercorn sauce.

HERB ENCRUSTED PRIME RIB | 4.50 Delicious Prime Rib served with horseradish sauce and carved to order by a Nelson’s attendant.

ASSORTED COOKIES | 1.50Chocolate chip, peanut butter, oatmeal walnut raisin, and white chocolate macadamia nut

LOADED CHOCOLATE BROWNIES | 1.50Fudge brownie with white chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips and caramel drizzle

CHOCOLATE COVERED PEANUT BUTTER RICE KRISPIES | 1.50Crispy peanut butter bites featurning a base of peanut butter blended with crisped rice cereal and topped with chocolate-butterscotch frosting

LEMON BARS | 1.95Lively lemon curd is served on buttery shortbread and dusted with confectioners sugar

SALTED CARAMEL BROWNIES | 1.95These brownies are filled with salted caramel, drizzled with more salted caramel & dark chocolate, on a unique chocolate covered caramel crust

APPLE CRISP | 1.95Roasted, cinnamon apples/sweet peaches/sweet cherries, topped with a crispy strussel crust

TEXAS SHEET CAKE | 1.95Rich and moist chocolate cake topped with buttercream chocolate frosting

GOOEY BUTTER CAKE | 1.95Wheat cake flour, butter, sugar, and eggs topped with powdered sugar combine to make this St. Louis favorite

STRAWBERRY DESSERT KABOB | 2.25Strawberry, cream puff and brownie bite on a skewer

ASSORTED GOURMET DESSERT BARS | 2.50Oreo dream bars, caramel apple grannies, lemonberry jazz bars, marble cheese truffle bars and salted caramel brownies

ICED CARROT CAKE | 2.50These cakes are crafted from carrots, raisins, pineapples, walnuts, and molasses, and covered with a nut-studded layer of cream cheese frosting

GERMAN CHOCOLATE SHEET CAKE | 2.50These cakes feature dark chocolate cake covered in a rich caramel, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut flakes and icing

Action Stations Desserts

SHEET CAKE | 2.50 Chocolate or Vanilla

RED VELVET SHEET CAKE | 2.50Rich red velvet cake with cream cheese icing

PUMPKIN PIE | 2.75Classic pumpkin pie flavor with whole eggs, milk, nutmeg and ginger

PECAN PIE | 2.95 Classic pecan pie filled with sweet filling and topped with whole pecans

ASSORTED FRUIT PIES | 2.50Classic apple, cherry and peach pies baked till golden brown

CHEESECAKE | 3.50Made with pure Madagascar vanilla, this rich and creamy cheesecake is baked on a signature all-butter shortbread cookie crust

ASSORTED MINI DESSERTS | 3.50An assortment of mini cupcakes, petit fours & mini cheesecakes

ANGEL FOOD CAKE | 3.50Served with mixed berry topping

FRUIT SWIRL CHEESECAKE | 3.95 Strawberry swirl, mixed berry swirl, key lime swirl, and peach swirl

CHOCOLATE VARIETY CHEESECAKE | 3.95Chocolate peanut butter, triple chocolate, caramel turtle, and mississippi mud

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE LAYER CAKE | 3.95Three layers of vanilla cake filled with strawberries and cream, topped with whipped cream

TUXEDO TRUFFLE MOUSSE CAKE | 4.25Moist marbled cake separated by a layer each of dark chocolate and white chocolate mousse, smothered with dark chocolate ganache swirled with white chocolate

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| CASH BAR | Fully stocked bar / priced by the drink Skyy Vodka, Bacardi Rum, Jose Cuervo Tequila, Dewar’s Scotch, Captain Morgan Rum, Jim Beam Whiskey, Seagram’s 7, Beefeaters Gin, Amaretto, Bud Light, Budweiser, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Corona Light, Heineken, Blue Moon, Sycamore Lane Wine, Coca-Cola products $250 fee is required for cash bar

| BEER | Domestic Beer | 4 Bottle / 250 KegImport Beer | Call for pricingHouse Wine | 4 Glass / 22 Bottle

| SPIRITS |Signature Drinks | 5Call Brands | 5Premium Brands | 6House Champagne | 18 bottle

| NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES |Iced Tea/Lemonade Peach Tea/Pink LemonadeCitrus Infused Sierra Mist | 1.00 personBerry Infused Sierra Mist | 1.00 person

Priced per person

| FUNDRAISING |Nelson’s Catering knows the importance of giving back to the local community. We have one simple goal — to make fundraising for your organization easy and fun. Nelson’s Catering does all the preparation – we prepare and deliver an entire meal to your location – your only job is to pre-sell tickets, hand out the meals and collect the profits. Call Nelson’s Catering today at 217-787-9443 to schedule a fundraiser for your school, church, non-profit organization. Let a Nelson’s fundraising specialist help you plan a fundraiser that will maximize your groups’ profits...while minimizing your stress!

| NON-PROFIT / COMMUNITY OUTREACH |Everyone needs a helping hand and at Nelson’s Catering we understand the hard work and dedication of our Non-Profit organizations and how they work to make each dollar count for our community. That is why we have created our Community Outreach menu for your staff meetings, employee events and board retreats. So, let Nelson’s Catering help you put together the perfect event, with a menu that will suit your taste...and your budget.

| ON-SITE GRILLING |Nelson’s Catering services big events better than anyone else. Nelson’s has provided the complete meal for more than 35,000 guests and buffet style company picnics for more than 6,000 employees. By using our patented Port-A-Pit cooking unit that grills meat products over an open flame and systematically dips them into our signature sauce — your guests will be served a delicious meal cooked right on site. Call today and ask about our on-site grilling and how you can make your next large event or employee picnic a huge success.

| 4 | 17.95Premium Liquor, Bottled Beer, House Wine & Soft DrinksTanquerey Gin, Crown Royal, Jack Daniels, Ketel One Vodka, Glenlivet, Appleton Rum, Cuervo Silver Tequila, Bud Light, Bud Select, Budweiser, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Corona Light, Heineken, Blue Moon, Sycamore Lane Wine, Coca-Cola products Package includes 2 Signature Drinks

| 5 | 21.95Craft Beer, Liquor, & WineBoulevard Wheat, Founder’s IPA, Dogfish Head APA, Seasonal Craft beer selection, Bulleit, Titos, Ketel One, 1800 Silver, Bombay Sapphire, Bacardi, Captain, Glen Livet, Makers Mark, Sycamore Lane Wine, Coca-Cola products

Package includes 2 Signature Drinks

| 1 | 7.95 Draft Beer, House Wine & Soft Drinks Bud Light, Miller Lite, Sycamore Lane Wine, Coca-Cola products

| 2 | 9.95Bottled Beer, House Wine & Soft DrinksBud Light, Budweiser, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Corona Light, Heineken, Blue Moon, Sycamore Lane Wine, . Coca-Cola products

| 3 | 13.95Call Liquor, Bottled Beer, House Wine & Soft Drinks Skyy Vodka, Bacardi Rum, Jose Cuervo Tequila, Dewar’s Scotch, Captain Morgan Rum, Jim Beam Whiskey, Seagram’s 7, Beefeaters Gin, Amaretto, Bud Light, Budweiser, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Corona Light, Heineken, Blue Moon, Sycamore Lane Wine, Coca-Cola products

Package includes 1 Signature Drink

Bar Service| HOST BAR PACKAGES | Prices based on 4 hour time period

Opportunities

Planning an Upscale Event ? ASK TO SEE OUR SPECIAL EVENTS OR WEDDING MENUS!

| NELSON’S CATERING FUN FACTS |

We use approximately 46,000 LBS. OF CHARCOAL each year.

We grill over 73,000 LBS. OF CHICKEN each year.

We use approximately 1,112 GALLONS OF BBQ SAUCE in one year.

We cater to over 160 BRIDES AND GROOMS a year!

Schools, churches and community organizations SELL OVER 43,000 FUNDRAISING meals each year.

Nelson’s Catering drives an AVERAGE OF 198,000 MILES A YEAR – we love to travel!| BAR FEES | $35 / hour per bartender / all services

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| PAYMENTS & DEPOSITS | Payment is required in full prior to the event by either check or credit card and will be charged before the day of the event. A credit card processing fee of 3% will apply for all credit card transactions. All weddings require non-refundable deposits to ensure service on that date. Once a time and date is reserved, Nelson’s Catering will reserve a crew and equipment for that event. The deposit, in part, covers those costs.

| SALES TAX | The current state sales tax is charged on all items as per the Illinois Department of Revenue Code.

| CANCELLATIONS | We understand that there are acts of God, family emergencies and other contributing factors that may lead to a cancellation after an event is contracted or confirmed. Cancellations must be called into our office and confirmed by e-mail. Refunds will be handled on an individual basis.

| GUEST COUNTS | Final guest counts are due seven days prior to the event. Weddings require a final guest count at fourteen days before your event. After that date, increases are accepted but due to food, equipment and staffing, decreases are not.

| QUALITY | We use only superior quality ingredients. We employ quality staff that adheres to our core values.

| SERVICE |We are a service company that excels in the catering field. We are people-pleasers and are a customer-oriented company. From answering the phone on the first ring to staying at an event and making sure every detail is right, we strive to provide excellent customer service each and every time.

| PERMITS | Nelson’s Catering’s licenses and permits apply only to events and products provided by Nelson’s Catering. Copies of licenses can be emailed to our clients upon request. Our liquor license and insurance require that our staff can only serve liquor products purchased through Nelson’s Catering. We are also not permitted to leave any alcoholic beverages upon our departure.

| VENUES |We are fortunate to have a fantastic partnership with many venues. Please ask our sales staff for referrals.

| CATERING | For Catered events, a Nelson’s Catering attendant will arrive and setup your buffet using chafing dishes. The attendant will meet with the on-site contact to make sure everything is as ordered. Nelson’s Catering will service the buffet, serve the main entrée to your guests and clean up the food area after the event. We will again check with the on-site contact before leaving to make sure we exceeded your standards.

Catered events incur more time spent than calculated in our menu pricing. A minimum 10% service charge will be added for these events.

| DELIVERY | For Delivery orders, the menu is delivered in insulated disposable containers with a Nelson’s Catering representative setting up the buffet and meeting with the on-site contact to make sure everything is as ordered. Prior to eating, the Nelson’s Catering representative will depart. All items left behind are disposable.

Delivery fees are based on total invoiced amount and miles driven to your event.

| PORTIONS | Food and beverage portions are based on over twenty years of experience. In order to provide you with the best possible price, we do not provide an overage for food; however, please notify your sales representative if you expect larger than normal consumption.

| DEFINITION OF 1.5 ENTREES | 1.5 entrées is the amount of main course your event will be provided should you feel additional servings will suit your event. To figure the number of entrees, Nelson’s Catering will figure the total number of guests x 1.5. This is the number of entrees you will receive.

| DIETARY NEEDS | We understand the importance of catering for specialized dietary needs. Our menu has options of vegetarian and gluten free. We can tailor our menu to most dietary requirements. Please contact your sales representative for more information. Please note that we do not operate a nut-free kitchen.

| STAFFING | We are proud of our professional staff. We have an exceptional sales staff available Monday- Friday from 8:00am until 5:00pm. Weekend appointments may be available by appointment. Our catering staff accomplish long hours of customer service training, are well groomed and are appropriately uniformed for your event. The size and service level of your event will determine the number of staff at your event.

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