Category Archives: Appetizers

Looking for appetizer recipes? Get tasty and easy to make recipes for your next party or gathering!

Spanakopita

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It’s fun to bake using Fillo Dough! If you’ve never tried it, now’s your chance. You can find it in the freezer section near puff pastry dough and frozen breads. Fillo is paper thin pastry sheets, and when layered with … Continue reading

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Mexican Pizza

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I love making pizza at home. It’s really simple to make the dough yourself. The recipe below is my favorite for pizza crust & flatbread (rolled extra thin) and it turns out perfect every time. However, you always have the … Continue reading

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Saucy Girl’s Baked Oysters

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Oysters… I love them any which way. Usually we eat them raw, but sometimes I crave a cooked oyster, like Oysters Rockefeller or a really light Oyster Stew. I was in the mood to create something different with the oysters. … Continue reading

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Roasted Cauliflower with Truffled Pea Dip and Feta Cream

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I got my inspiration for this dish from a roasted cauliflower appetizer at Etch Restaurant in Nashville. It was so amazingly delicious! I paid careful attention to every detail, texture and flavor as my daughter and I enjoyed the appetizer… … Continue reading

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Easy Beef Empanadas

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INGREDIENTS 1 pkg Puffed Pastry 1/2 lb. Laura’s lean Ground Beef 3 cloves Garlic, minced 2 Eggs, hardboiled and diced 1/4 cup Green Olives, diced 1/4 cup canned Tomatoes, chopped and drained 1 tsp Parsley 1/2 tsp Cumin 1/2 tsp … Continue reading

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Crab Nachos with Pepper Jack Bechamel Sauce

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I bought some King Crab on sale. I was so excited about the reduced price ($10.00 off per pound) that I bought several pounds. I made crab cakes. I made crab soup. Hmmmm… what to do with the remaining crab? … Continue reading

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Stir-Fried Asian Eggplant

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I love eggplant. I was craving an Asian eggplant dish I would sometimes get for lunch in Los Angeles. I was determined to duplicate it… and here it is. It tasted even better than I remembered! ☺ If you’re on … Continue reading

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Kale Chips

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Ok, so kale is healthy for you and you should eat more. But, my husband doesn’t really like the flavor of kale, no matter how I’ve prepared it…. until now. I went to the Farmers’ Market and bought some incredible … Continue reading

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Insalata Caprese

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Caprese Salad is a salad made of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, fresh basil, olive oil, and salt. I love all the components on their own, but put them together and you have a spectacular taste sensation. The creamy mozzarella with the … Continue reading

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Prosciutto Pesto Pizza

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  I LOVE Pizza! I’m half Italian, so that could be part of the reason… but I think pizza is just perfection. Who can resist a soft sweet crispy crust topped with cheese and basically whatever you like? I have … Continue reading

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Heirloom Tomato Tart with Black Pepper Parmesan Crust

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Tomatoes are in season! If you’re not growing your own tomatoes, you can find so many varieties now in the grocery store or at your local farmer’s market. Such a versatile fruit, yes it’s a fruit! There are so many … Continue reading

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Honey Soy Chicken Wings

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Who doesn’t love chicken wings?! These Honey Soy Chicken Wings are both sweet and savory. I love the flavor combination of the cilantro, lemon and ginger. Yummy! INGREDIENTS 2 lb Chicken Wings and/or Drumettes 1 cup Soy Sauce (I like … Continue reading

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Garlic Sauce

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I love sauces and thought I’d share my recipe for a delicious sauce, dip, spread, whatever you wanna call it… it’s an incredible Garlic Sauce made with raw garlic! We all know how healthy garlic is for you, especially when … Continue reading

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