Appetizers

I love fried zucchini, but don’t like the mess from frying zucchini in a pan.  These Parmesan Zucchini Fries, fried in the oven, are easy to make, a bit less…

Looking for a last minute appetizer, but don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen?  These Easy Brie & Pepper Jelly Bites are simple to make, festive,…

These Green Chile Pork Nachos are a nice break from traditional beef or chicken nachos, and it does not hurt that they are easy to make.  Just take a batch…

Sweet and tangy bacon, caramelized with a tangy brown sugar-dijon mustard glaze, spiked with bourbon, on lollipop sticks for easy snacking.

  Jalapeño Spinach Balls are a savory little appetizer with a nice kick of jalapeño.  Don’t let the word spinach stop you–these little bites of goodness are so tasty, you…

This guacamole recipe incorporates the sweet smoky taste of roasted red peppers, with a spicy kick from Poblano chili pepper.  Did you know that guacamole comes from the Aztecs, who…

You can make this as an appetizer, chock fill of bacon, apple, and brie, or as a popover-like side dish.  I intended the recipe to come out as a mini…

This Queso Blanco dip recipe was adapted from the famous restaurant-style white cheese queso dip served at Miguel’s Cocina Restaurant in San Diego, California.  Creamy and zesty, with just the…

These Bacon Wrapped Asparagus make a great appetizer when you are short on time, but want something delish! Bacon Wrapped Asparagus 1/2 pound Bacon (Applewood smoked has the best flavor)…

One of the nicest things about this time of year is that people get together with friends and family for holiday parties.  If you are anything like me, you are…

Who’s in the mood for Chinese?  How does gingery Beef and Broccoli, with carrots, baby corn, and mushrooms, over a bed of steaming jasmine rice sound? Maybe with a side…