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Appetizers and Bites

Small bites or appetizer recipes perfect to start a meal or to snack on, just because.

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Roasted Olives with Clementine

February 21, 2012
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Raise your hand if you have a box of clementines in your kitchen right now. I knew some of you did. How can you resist. Raise your hand if your hands smell like clementine because [...]

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Mini Stout Pies

February 17, 2012
Mini Stout Pies

In college, Adam had Guinness twinkle lights. Seriously. He also had the “Guinness cup,” you know the one that has the logo and is apparently the perfect shape? Guinness was usually in the fridge and [...]

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Mini Fish Tacos

January 31, 2012
Mini Fish Tacos Recipe

These should come with a warning, make a double batch. I promise they will fly off the plate. Wonton wrappers are turned into mini taco cups, cups that you can fill with anything you desire. [...]

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Spiced and Fried Chicken

January 24, 2012
Spiced and Fried Chicken

I know we have said we aren’t huge fans of frying at home … we aren’t, but when the result is flaky crispy chicken, well… we throw in the towel, put on our comfy pants [...]

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Daisy Sandwiches

January 23, 2012
Daisy Sandwiches

How cute are these? We made these little guys for last summer’s issue of maché magazine and completely forgot to share! Wouldn’t these be just perfect for a child’s birthday party? You could use any [...]

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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells

January 18, 2012
Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells

We couldn’t help ourselves. After Taco Stuffed Shells and Sausage and Spinach Stuffed Shells, we were craving another version. Since Adam has been contriving various ways to make hot wings again, he jumped at the [...]

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Beer Battered Apples

January 12, 2012
Beer Battered Apples

Did you check out this weeks Chili Lime Kale Chips recipe? How about the Kale Pesto Pasta recipe? If you did, then we won’t feel too badly for sharing these beer battered apple rings with [...]

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Chili Lime Kale Chips

January 9, 2012
Chili Lime Kale Chips

Ever had kale chips? If the answer was “no” -  you need to. They are easy to make, healthy and deliciously addictive. If the answer was “yes” -  you know you want to make them [...]

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Shredded Beef Tacos

January 7, 2012
Shredded Beef Tacos Recipe

umm. yeah. We love tacos, don’t you? We love them even more after eating these. We braise (cook something that has liquid added and is covered with a lid or foil) beef with our favorite [...]

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Ham and Broccoli Pizza Pockets

December 27, 2011
Ham and Broccoli Pizza Pockets

We don’t have any kids yet, well, unless you count a four-legged fluffy orange cat as one. But, that doesn’t mean we can’t throw together a kid-friendly snack here and there. We made these cute [...]

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Roasted Stuffed Peppers

December 21, 2011
Roasted Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Women in my family have been making a version of these for years. The original recipe came from a Delia Smith cookbook and has been adapted and tweaked from there. Here is our version. These [...]

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Creamy Mushroom Crostini

December 17, 2011
Creamy Mushroom Crostini

This has to be one of the best possible appetizers to serve your guests, especially when accompanied with a glass of sparkling champagne. Start by sautéing an assortment of mushrooms, we chose cremini, shiitake and [...]

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Easy Hot Wings

December 2, 2011
Easy Hot Wing Recipe

Every time we are sitting in a restaurant and someone walks by with a fresh plate of hot wings from the kitchen, we die. Well, not really, instead of dying, we promptly find our server [...]

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Bacon Roasted Potatoes

October 13, 2011
Bacon Roasted Potatoes

We cook baby potatoes twice, once by boiling, once in bacon drippings then, top with sour cream, green onion and bacon!

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Brie with Spiced Honey and Walnuts

September 7, 2011
Brie with Spiced Honey and Walniuts Recipe

Need a simple appetizer or dessert idea? This is it! Room temperature brie cheese is topped with spiced warm honey and toasted walnuts. Just remove the cheese from the fridge about one hour before serving, [...]

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Frozen Fruit Skewers with Chocolate Drizzle

July 11, 2011
Frozen Fruit Skewers with Chocolate Drizzle

We had so much fun making and munching on these skewers! They are perfect for kids of all ages, even those who may be kids-at-heart and not specifically by age. The trick with these is [...]

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Honey Sriracha Beef Skewers

June 6, 2011
Honey Sriracha Beef Skewers

If we were stuck on an island and had to survive on just a few things, Sriracha would be on our list of necessities. At the moment, we have not one, but two bottles in [...]

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Sweet Pepper Poppers

March 9, 2011
Sweet Pepper Poppers

Mini sweet peppers stuffed with cheese and bacon then topped with buttery breadcrumbs and baked for an easy appetizer that can be made ahead of time.

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Olives with Lemon Confit and Chili Flakes

February 14, 2011
Olives with Lemon Confit and Chili Flakes

Lemon confit is one of those buzz words, and rightly so. It sounds fancy, tastes delicious, elevates dishes and honestly, is not that difficult to prepare. There are various methods out there on how to [...]

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Roasted Peppers and Cheese Tamales

December 9, 2010
Roasted Peppers and Cheese Tamales

I never knew much about tamales before I knew Adam.  You see, for as long as he can remember, Christmas Eve meant tamales.  His mother does what I am sure her mother did when she [...]

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Mini Chorizo Tarts

October 20, 2010
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Fill mini tart shells with chorizo sauteed with onions, garlic, roasted peppers and cilantro for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

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Almonds with Thyme and Sea Salt

July 21, 2010
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Simply take raw almonds and cook over medium-low heat in fruity olive oil then finish with fresh thyme and course sea salt for a easy, yet elegant snack or addition to your next tapas party.

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Pico de Gallo

June 25, 2010
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Fresh tomatoes, onions, jalapeno pepper, cilantro and lime juice come together for a perfect summer salsa.

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Edamame and Pea Bruschetta

June 18, 2010
Edamame and Pea Bruschetta

Edamame and peas create a fresh and green bruschetta, perfect for summer.

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Eggplant and Tomato Napoleons

June 14, 2010
Eggplant and Tomato Napoleons

Grilled Japanese eggplant is layered with vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh basil and Buffalo mozzarella then topped with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

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Watermelon and Tomato Skewers

June 9, 2010
Watermelon and Tomato Skewers

Sweet basil accompanies crisp watermelon and juicy tomato and then is drizzled with balsamic vinegar for a refreshing appetizer for your next summer party.

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Bacon, Avocado and Tomato Crostini

May 26, 2010
Bacon, Avocado and Tomato Crostini

Zesty mayonnaise is the base, then topped with creamy avocado, bright yellow tomatoes and smokey bacon to create a mouthwatering crostini.

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Spring Hors d’ Oeuvres + Culinary School

April 5, 2010
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Tangy goat cheese, apricots and walnuts combined make for a quick, easy and tasty spread.

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A Baby Shower: The Food

February 24, 2010
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We catered our our sister’s own baby shower, here is the scoop on the food.

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Shrimp Salad on Endive Appetizers

January 12, 2010
Shrimp Salad on Endive

Endive leaves make the perfect crunchy container for shrimp salad infused with tarragon, mint and lime.

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Easy Appetizers: Baked Wonton Cups

December 27, 2009
Baked Wonton Cups

Simply bake won ton wrappers in mini cupcake pans and then fill with you choice of filling. Here are two suggestions: Smoked Salmon Cups and Fig & Goat Cheese Won Ton Cups.

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Guacamole

October 16, 2009
Guacamole

A combination of red onions, salt, lime and lemon juice are lightly mashed into Hass avocados creating a fresh and delicious guacamole.

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Roasted Tomato Salsa

October 5, 2009
Roasted Tomato Salsa

Tomatoes, peppers and garlic are roasted then added to onions, cilantro and lemon or lime juice to create a salsa bursting with flavor.

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Roasted Tomatillo Salsa (Salsa Verde)

September 21, 2009
Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

Tomatillos, peppers and garlic are roasted then added to onions, cilantro and lime juice to create salsa verde bursting with flavor.

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Cucumber Slices with Smoked Salmon and Creme Fraiche

September 9, 2009
Cucumber Slices with Smoked Salmon and Creme Fraiche

A perfect passed appetizer; cucumber slices become the base for smoked salmon and a lemony cream topping.

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Marinated Swordfish Skewers

August 17, 2009
Marinated Swordfish Skewers

Swordfish marinated in olive oil, lemon, thyme and a secret ingredient makes for a great party recipe.

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Lemon Herb Dip

August 12, 2009
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Lemon zest, lemon juice, dill and chives are added to creme fraiche to create a simple and fast dip for vegetables.

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Thyme Dipping Oil

August 12, 2009
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Thyme, lemon zest, red pepper flakes and garlic are added to fruity extra virgin olive for a great dipping oil.

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