Appetizers

These gorgonzola-chorizo stuffed dates are a taste sensation with the creamy-tangy gorgonzola, the spicy chorizo sausage and the sweet moist dates. A lemon-tarragon vinaigrette is spooned over the dates adding …

Salmon gravlax is Swedish in origin and a favorite on their smorgasbords.   Gravlax is a cured salmon that is made by adding a mixture of dill, sugar and salt to …

The combination of beef and pork adds an extra degree of tenderness and flavor to these awesome Asian teriyaki meatballs.   These easy-to-make bite-sized babes are oven-baked then drenched in a …

These mini corn waffles bake up crisp and crunchy and we topped them off with chipotle pulled pork and homemade chipotle sauce and a garnish of sliced red peppers and black …

These elegant, crisp ancient grains gourmet crackers pair so well with soft goat cheese and they will be the star on your cheese board.  We have packed a lot of …

Nachos are always a great party appetizer but you don’t have to wait for a party to enjoy these kamut chip spicy nachos.  Crunchy, cheesy and full of good flavor, …

These Asian pear prosciutto appetizers are light and refreshing, made with sweet, crunchy Asian pears, thin strips of prosciutto, soft goat cheese and the zesty tang of radish microgreens. After so much heavy …

These loaded baked potato croquettes are a perfect way to convert your leftover mashed potatoes from a ho-hum side dish to crispy, delicious gems.  Serve these croquettes either as an …

Who ever invented sliders?  They have become very popular in our area and for good reason, they are delicious!  These kraut burger sliders actually are not authentic German fare but …

These figs and gorgonzola bites are a wonderful, no-cook appetizer that can be put together in a jiffy!  You will be amazed at how quickly they will be devoured.   …

This beet labneh combines sweet, roasted beetroot with soft, creamy labneh cheese. It makes a gourmet dip for chips, crackers, and vegetables. It is also fabulous as a sandwich spread …

Labne is strained yogurt that is common in Middle Eastern cuisines. It is much thicker than Greek yogurt and almost as thick as American cream cheese. It is so thick …

Black rice sushi rolls?  Yes, and they are so good!  I know that white sushi rice is the traditional version but I have been seeing sushi rolls made with brown …

This artichoke-olive bruschetta is one of the snackies that I will be preparing for Don for the Super Bowl Sunday game.   The flavors are all well-balanced with just a …

Don was all jazzed up for the big Sunday football game that would determine who would be going to the Super Bowl in a couple weeks.  The day before the …

A couple months ago I was shopping at Central Market and as I strolled through the deli section I noticed a display of cheese on a cheese board and a …

Last summer I grilled up a lot of Italian Sweet Peppers and preserved some of them in jars for the refrigerator.  I also froze a bunch of them and packaged …

These grilled Italian sweet peppers are easy to prepare. They make a great side dish or a delicious addition to a steak sandwich or antipasto dish. We used Carmen sweet …

Spicy dilled pickled green beans. These spicy dilly beans are a simple and tasty way to preserve summer’s bounty. They can be eaten as an appetizer or snack on their …

Caramelizing onions deepens and sweetens their flavors. The process can take some patience but is worth it.  Once the onions start to brown and release their sugars it may look …

These cucumber shrimp bites make a light and refreshing dish. You can make them in minutes, so they’re perfect for last-minute get-togethers or when you need to whip up something …

This Alsace onion tart has a flaky, tender pastry shell with a custard filling of rich and creamy caramelized onions and a hint of thyme.  It can be served at …

These fresh vegetable spring rolls are like a handheld salad and much healthier than fried egg rolls. They are loaded with crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and tender rice noodles. We …