Description This is our rendition of a protein bar to have for quick meal/snack options that you can make at home. We really liked this one… not too sweet. We use fruit juice sweetened dried cranberries. You can set aside some of the nut mixture if you’d like to put on top, but it makes … Read more
Description Mushrooms are stuffed with blue cheese and grilled with onion slices to make a stunning side dish for any barbeque. Ingredients 1 pound fresh mushrooms, stems removed 8 ounces blue cheese 3 medium onions, sliced into rings ¼ cup olive oil Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings: … Read more
Description Spread on crackers. Ingredients 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1 (2.5 ounce) package chipped beef, chopped 2 stalks celery, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 teaspoon celery salt 1 pinch paprika, or as desired Instructions Mix cream cheese chipped beef celery onion and celery salt together in a bowl; form … Read more
Description The addition of roasted garlic and cilantro really makes this dish shine. Serve with baked pita chips. Ingredients 1 bulb garlic 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, or more as needed 2 cups shelled edamame ½ cup roughly chopped cilantro ⅓ cup tahini ¼ cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Prep … Read more
Description These marvelous vegetarian fritters are fresh and almost sweet — and oh, so fun to make! Serve them hot with salt, plum sauce, or honey. Ingredients 1 head broccoli, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 onion, diced 6 extra large eggs, beaten ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cups cornmeal ground black pepper to … Read more
Description This is a great way to use up some fresh figs. It is such an easy and popular appetizer in our home. We serve this with buttery crackers. Ingredients ⅔ cup brown sugar ¼ cup water 1 pinch salt 2 cups fresh figs, stemmed and quartered 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (8 ounce) package … Read more
Description A simple Derby Day appetizer dip my aunt, who lived in Louisville, gave to my mother over 50 years ago. Serve with crackers or chips. Ingredients 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons finely grated onion 2 tablespoons finely grated peeled and seeded cucumber 1 drop green food coloring … Read more
Description Add some sweet/spicy flair to your appetizer spread! These zippy sausage balls use bulk Italian pork or turkey sausage and dried cranberries to use on a party buffet spread, or for watching the game. I just love finger foods that are just a bite or two, and these fill the bill. Add some extra … Read more
Description Each chip from this massive pile of nachos is about the size of a small piece of pizza. As they should be for the ultimate nacho lover, right?! This recipe takes more time than the average plate of nachos, but is well worth the effort. It’s the perfect snack for a large group! Ingredients … Read more
Description For this appetizer, toasted rounds of baguette are topped with delicious, fresh summer ingredients. Ingredients 1 French baguette, cut into 1/2 inch slices 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese 12 fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips 8 black mission figs, cut in quarters ¼ cup aged balsamic vinegar Instructions Preheat oven to 375 … Read more