American, Memorial Day, Appetizers & snacks Recetas

Vegetarian Pesto and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

A party favorite for sure! Regardless of the occassion. Whether you want to make this an entree' or serve as…

Homemade Chocolate Milk Shakes

A frugal way to make a homemade chocolate milk shake when you don't have any ice cream on hand. You will not believe how delicious these shakes are!

Salami Stackers

A quick & easy appetizer that has salty, sweet and slightly spicy elements all in one. I've also made these using Boursin cheese instead of…

Cranberry Fluff

This is a great alternative to the classic Cranberry dish served at the Holiday meal. It is easy to make and uses fresh ingredients. Your guests…

vanilla ice cream

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Ham Salad Spread

Sweet and spicy Ham Salad spread to used on crackers topped with veggies for an appetizer or a sandwich spread for a luncheon, buffet, picnic or…

Ham and Cheese Sliders

Spicy Ancho Chile Shrimp and Pasta

You know one of the great things about being a home cook? You can basically do whatever you want in your…

Roasted Red Pepper Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs decorated with roasted red pepper, an Easter favorite, picnic and pitch-in dinner standbys. Deviled with some hot pepper sauce…

Fake Out Crab Rangoon Bites

This recipe is a spin off of one of my favorite items found in a Chinese Restaurant. I've always loved this crispity outer layer coupled with the…

Cream cheesie corn

I was given the chore of coming up with a new side dish for Thanksgiving. I like corn--particularly when I am eating. I like cream cheese--only…

Maid Rite and Tendermaid Hamburgers At Home

The secret to a Maid Rite and/or Tendermaid style loose burger Hamburger is that the beef is steamed and not…

Hoisin Fish Recipe with Sunflower Seed Butter

Fishing for a good fish recipe? This dish has a nice twist with the combination of hoisin, the tang of dijon…

Redneck Salsa

A simple recipe that is perfect for any casual get-together, especially when you have people snacking. It's a great way to incorporate black-eyed…