I always have some sweet nuts to serve guests during the holidays. They often are on a cookie table with other sweets or maybe bagged as gifts. Many nuts are wonderful lightly seasoned and/or sweetened. See three favorites at the bottom of this post. I see cashews in my future, another post from a fellow … Continue reading
These cute appetizers have been appearing in my Pinterest feed and I finally decided to make them. It’s true to say I love to play with my food. Being a gardener most of my adult life I am frequently drawn to garden-related recipes, especially when they are my one of my favorite “good bugs.” The … Continue reading
Pinwheels are favorite appetizers to serve and I can always keep some on hand in the freezer for spur of the moment guests. Ingredients for these snacks are endless and many combinations can be used. I saw this recipe in Food52: A New Way to Dinner: A Playbook of Recipes and Strategies for the Week … Continue reading
This is a very easy appetizer where Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls do most of the work along with turkey pepperoni (can use regular of course) and finely grated mozarella cheese. I think it needs more pepperoni, cheese and a few herbs like basil and/or oregano so there won’t be such a doughy taste – just … Continue reading
Another recipe from Nick DiGiovanni’s cookbook Knife Drop. I first heard about him on Good Morning America (GMA) where new and old chef’s are guests, often with a new cookbook to promote. I not only enjoy my old standby chefs but like to learn about who and what is new in the food world. Cheesy … Continue reading
I’ve really been enjoying Ina Garten’s latest cookbook, Go-To-Dinners. As I have all 15 of her cookbooks, not including her signature vertical note cards on soups and desserts. I could spend a lot of time on my blog just making her recipes. We have many similarities, right down to our dislike of cilantro. This is … Continue reading
I am always browsing through my older cookbooks looking for something new and different. These recipes from Martha Stewart’s Appetizers certainly met that criteria. I love slice-and-bake cookies but this is the first time making slice-and-bake crackers. I made two versions: one uses white flour with sharp cheddar, gruyere cheese and poppy seeds and the … Continue reading
Are you looking for a new dip when you entertain your family and friends? This one certainly will impress with two favorite cheeses; mascarpone, fresh ricotta and a kick of kahlua. It has the traditional “coffee flavor” and just melts in your mouth. Serve with ladyfingers and fresh, sweet strawberries.
I am always looking for new appetizers that are easy to make, require few ingredients and best of all can be made ahead of time and even frozen. You need to love blue cheese as it is a dominant ingredient as well as the sweet fig spread. These delightful savory and sweet treats will become … Continue reading
Cheese straws are a favorite with cocktails, a spaghetti dinner, as a snack or even on a charcuterie platter. There are many versions and usually cheese is an ingredient, which is probably why I like them so much. Manchego cheese has a rather assertive bite and blends perfectly with the oregano and garlic. Prosciutto would … Continue reading