Appetizers made with puff pastry are some of the best recipes you can serve your family and friends. Finger food that’s easy, tasty and can be made ahead of time are always tops in my book. This is one of my favorites – yes to prosciutto and Parmesan! For 4 more versions go here. These … Continue reading
Halloween is one of my favorite holidays because of the trick-or-treaters, their costumes and their excitement as they run from house to house. Some were lucky to be pulled in little wagons. My home sat on just about an acre (like everyone else in the new development) so there was a little walking! I lived … Continue reading
With temps in the 90’s all week simple, non-cooking recipes are part of my meals alongside something grilled. These skewers filled with fresh fruit, mozzarella balls, prosciutto, cherry tomatoes and drizzled with a basil vinaigrette are the perfect answer to a light and refreshing side. They are also a great choice for appetizers on an … Continue reading
Nachos are a favorite snack (actually I sometimes eat them as a meal) when I feel like something crispy, cheesy and spicy. So easy to make with the toppings your family enjoys. I’ve frequently made these in the oven but with grilling season here I can get the same results and not heat up the … Continue reading
Gochujang is one of the “hot ingredients” that is trending in 2018, according to the Food Network Magazine. It is a Korean paste, made from chile peppers, sticky rice and fermented soy beans – a spicy paste sharing the glory with the likes of Sriracha. Gochujang is one of three pastes that help boost the … Continue reading
These cheesy crackers are another perfect way to use my sourdough starter discard. An easy recipe which requires no rising and involves two steps, maybe three if you need to get your starter ready for baking. Just make the dough and then let it rest overnight in the refrigerator. You can see the bits of … Continue reading
Doesn’t this combination sound good? These latkes are both savory and sweet and served with a tangy buttermilk sauce, creamy sriracha sauce or a horseradish cocktail sauce. When I was growing up my Dad made potato pancakes out of a box (would you believe) to go with Sauerbraten and all the fixins’. Now, I not … Continue reading
One good thing when you downsize and move you discover things you forgot you had. Even though it has been nine months since I moved I still have boxes I have not unpacked – basement kitchen overflow. These edible bread spoons are fun to make and fill! The Oscars are tomorrow night and I’ve provided … Continue reading
I love salsas of all kinds because of the different veggies, herbs/spices and fruits you can use. A tomato based salsa is best when fresh tomatoes are available. I made this recipe during off season and used Roma tomatoes. You can see the tomatoes are not very red but when you add the lime, jalapeno, … Continue reading
A favorite vegetable becomes an appetizer dipping the florets in a flavorful batter, baking them, drizzling with hot sauce and crisping them up under the broiler. I do have to admit you do not get the crispy texture when you deep fry but they do have that great “hot wings” flavor and it is all … Continue reading