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,…

My son graduates from high school next week, and we have several family members visiting (and staying with us) from out of town. Like any good hostess, I want our…

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…

  Need a few easy-to-make/appetizing-to-eat main dish Super Bowl snack ideas? How about 14 Ultimate Super Bowl Snack Ideas ?  There is a little bit of everything here from dips…

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 is 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…

Halloween is next week and we are having our annual family Halloween bash!  Last year, we had seventy-two people at our house!  That is a lot of mouths to feed,…

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)…