Appetizers

Snack and appetizer ideas

Marinated Vegetables for Salads and Antipasto Trays

When I was in Mexico, I wondered why I don’t keep marinated vegetables around on a regular basis for salads or even antipasto trays. I eat salads almost everyday and I love vegetables. When I was at the buffet for lunch (we stayed at an […]

Awesome Appetizer Idea – Zucchini Flatbread with Boursin Cheese

Awesome Appetizer Idea – Zucchini Flatbread with Boursin Cheese

I made this zucchini flatbread with Boursin cheese for a party a couple of years ago and it was loved by all. It’s something about the cheese that makes this addicting. I found it in Bon Apetite magazine. If you are a moderately skilled home […]

Fried green tomato recipes

Fried green tomato recipes

Ok, so we’ve already covered the fact that I adore fried green tomatoes. When they started to get popular on restaurant menus about 10 or so years ago, I remember ordering an appetizer of one that was served with goat cheese, pickled onions, basil, roasted […]

Creating a great charcuterie platter

Creating a great charcuterie platter

Ok, first let’s get this part out of the way because I know Denise is totally going to make some snide comment about my use of the word ‘charcuterie’ instead of cured meat or something else. Well, please forgive me. I did take French for 11 […]

Taco Dip

Taco Dip

Taco Dip, as we like to call it in my house, is a recipe I found a few years ago when I was getting ready for our annual “Kickoff to Football Season” Party. I was looking for a new fun dip to try that would […]

Prosciutto Basil Crostini with Shredded Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese

Prosciutto Basil Crostini with Shredded Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese

Prosciutto Basil Crostini with Shredded Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese sounds all big and fancy, but it’s really very simple. It doesn’t take long to make and is always a big hit. You can serve it for a holiday, casual get together, Bunco night, or anything in […]

How to make perfect fried green tomatoes

How to make perfect fried green tomatoes

There is not anything a whole lot better than fried green tomatoes ….if they are done right! But, that’s the problem. Not all fried green tomatoes are created equal. Some people like to over batter them. Sometimes they are soggy. Sometimes they are not cooked […]