On my trip to the West side this Fourth of July I had the pleasure of dinner out with some of the kids. We went to a small Italian restaurant whose featured appetizer was grilled avocados. Whoever heard of that? Well now you have! They are fun, delicious , colorful, and a conversation starter. What…
Category: Appetizers
Spring Rolls
These Spring rolls use a wrap that is made with tapioca flour. Besides the fact that it is the authentic way to serve them it qualifies them as gluten free. I’ve kept this recipe very simple. Once you get the technique down you can put just about anything in these rolls. Add a couple of…
Filo Triangles
This is a very old recipe. It appears to be a lot of work, and it is time consuming. Its’ redeeming factors are that it is delicious, and they can be done ahead and frozen, to be baked on the day of your party. If you are looking for a drop dead appetizer that won’t be…
Vegetable Pizza Salad
This recipe is pretty versatile. I have served it as part of an appetizer party. It can be served on a salad buffet, or I have even served it as the entrée in a light lunch. It can be very showy so take your time arranging the vegetables. Print Recipe Vegetable Pizza Course appetizer Prep…
Antipasto Salad Loaf
This is a perfect appetizer for any Italian meal. Great along side a cheese , and meat board. It serves a bunch and it sure isn’t in the same ole’ same ole’ appetizer category. Print Recipe Antipasto Salad Loaf Cuisine Italian Prep Time 1 hour Passive Time 24 hours Servings Ingredients 1 cup cauliflower florettes…
Sam’s famous name Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Sam and Liam came over last night to show me how to make lettuce wraps. They are very good teachers. I’m sure you will enjoy them when she “teaches ” you!! Just follow along:) Print Recipe Sam’s famous name Chicken Lettuce Wraps Course appetizer, Main Dish Cuisine Asian Prep Time 30 minutes Cook Time 15…
Spinach Dip for Bread Bowl
I know you can find this recipe on the back of the package now, but when my mother first started using it you needed the recipe. Now if they ever quit publishing it we have it. This bread bowl seems to come and go at appetizer parties but it is making a revival right now…
Cheese Ball
This appetizer has been a Christmas standard for 40 years. The shape changes, at times, but the combination of cheeses rolled or covered in nuts stays the same. Guess you just can’t improve on perfection, or a taste memory you are looking for. So make this in three separate little logs, a giant ball or…
Pan-Fried Onion Dip
This recipe came to Jeff’s house for a Seahawks party! Delicious! Great dip for vegetables or chips:) Print Recipe Pan-Fried Onion Dip Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 30 minutes Servings cups Ingredients 2 large yellow onions4 tablespoons butter1/4 cup vegetable oil1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 ounces cream cheese room temperature1/2…
Sugared Walnuts
Sugared walnuts are fun and delicious. Put them out in a bowl for holiday snacks or toss them with a variety of salad combinations for a surprise party for your taste buds. They can be kept in the freezer, so they are a good do-ahead for holiday entertaining considering their multiple uses. Print Recipe Sugared…
Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms
I ate these at a restaurant in Spokane a couple of years ago. I couldn’t wait to get home and find a recipe to duplicate them. I think this hits the mark. Have been making them for a holiday appetizer ever since. Print Recipe Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 20 minutes Servings…
Cowboy Caviar
This is a recipe for a great, dressed up salsa type dip. It is lots of fun because of its colors and variety of ingredients. Serving with several different kinds of chips, such as, pita chips, sun chips, different colored tortilla chips will also add to its’ appeal. One of the most common comments to…