Appetizers & snacks, Dinner Party, American Recetas

Pear & Fig Chutney

I still had a few pears from the orchard and the figs are almost finished. Why not a Pear & Fig chutney? Easily done! This is everything a…

Cajun Crowder Beans

Also known as Crowder peas, these delicious little fellas can often be found in frozen form at the store. These are fresh picked right here in…

Polly's Crackers

I found this recipe in a "Handed Down" recipe book my mom gave me... This is a very simple snack to make for your family or to take along anywhere!…

Lemon Rosemary Fig Jam

The figs are ripe. sweet and the season is short. Fresh rosemary, lemon zest and juice marry perfectly to create a jam to be eaten with bold cheeses…

Pâté with Bacon & Onion

A "pâté" (pah-TAY) is simply a paste of meat and a fat. It can be super fancy, or, as in this recipe, super simple. Guaranteed to impress your…

Skinny Mini Reuben Appetizers, Low Calorie and Delectable

Here’s a classic deli sandwich turned into a bite-sized appetizer. I love serving these whenever I’m having…

Cran-Orange Muffins

Cran-Orange muffins are light , tasty and refreshing when entertaining guests out on the patio or pool side. In the winter, they go well with…

Sugared Pecans

This toasted sweet and spicy treat is great anytime. Serve for friendly get together's, tailgating, sporting event parties, and at holiday parties.

Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip

Still snowed in and entertaining the stranded! So I tried another Ellie Krieger recipe for a game day or appetizer dip option. Even though Ellie…

Pizza Roll Ups

Hazelnut Cheese Bits

Wow! These yummy bite-size bursts of flavor make an exceptionally delicious appetizer! You will need to make more than you think, because this easy…

Guacamole Tex-Mex

Super simple - fast - packs just enough punch. It will be the best you ever tasted. Bring on the cervesas, margaritas - and lots of quality…

Pineapple upside downcake (off of Vegweb.com)

I will not kid you this cake is sweet! And for me that would have to be pretty sweet. but, my oldest son said…

Caprese Galette

The cornmeal crust is the perfect stage for summer fresh tomatoes.