Ham and Cheese Dip in a Bread Bowl

Description A delicious warm appetizer to put out that soon everyone will gobble up. Quick and easy to make with few ingredients. Puts a whole new meaning to ham and cheese! Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) loaf round bread 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature 1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 ½ … Read more

Ladybugs on a Log

Description I came up with this variation on Ants on a Log for Thanksgiving because my brother hates raisins. They would also work well for schools or daycares with nut-free rules for snacks and lunches. Ingredients ¼ cup dried cranberries 6 stalks celery, cut into 3-inch pieces ½ cup raspberry flavored cream cheese Prep Time: … Read more

Baked Sweet Potato Skins

Description This is a slight variation on the classic game day loaded sweet potato skins. This is one of my original recipes, and a favorite for big games in the fall and winter. Ingredients 3 sweet potatoes 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ teaspoon hot chili powder ¼ teaspoon paprika ¼ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon … Read more

Chinese Firecrackers

Description These appetizers are an explosion of flavor with turkey, crisp veggies, and the zing of chili paste. Ingredients 1 teaspoon vegetable oil ½ pound ground turkey 1 cup shredded cabbage ½ cup shredded carrots 2 green onions, finely chopped 1 tablespoon chile paste 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon white wine 14 sheets phyllo pastry … Read more

Toaster Oven Pizza

Description My roommate in college had a toaster oven and I used it quite a bit. These bagel pizzas are foolproof and taste great. Ingredients 1 bagel, sliced in half ½ cup tomato sauce ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 small onion, sliced into rings 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 (8 ounce) package sliced … Read more

4-Ingredient, No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Keto Cookies

Description Craving something delicious but low carb? Try these easy vegan no-bake peanut butter chocolate cookies, made with only 4 ingredients and totally keto-friendly. Ingredients 2 cups peanut butter ½ cup yacon syrup ¾ cup coconut flour 2 cups vegan chocolate chips Instructions Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place peanut butter and yacon … Read more

Jalapeno Yummies

Description Stuffed jalapenos wrapped in bacon make a lively appetizer. Any extra cream cheese filling can be mixed with sour cream and turned into a great dip. Ingredients 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 (1.25 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix 6 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded 6 slices bacon, cut … Read more

Vegan Tempura Veggies

Description This is a delicious, fully vegan recipe for making your own tempura vegetables at home. No dairy, no eggs, just natural ingredients. Ingredients ice cubes 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder 1 cup ice water vegetable oil for frying 1 small head cauliflower, cut into bite-size pieces 1 small head broccoli, cut … Read more

Caribbean Coconut Chicken Bites

Description This recipe translates into finger food and hors d’oeuvres as easily as it is served for a main course. Ingredients 4 thin slices prosciutto 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – pounded to 1/4-inch thickness 1 ripe mango – peeled and cut into eight 1-inch wide strips 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt … Read more