Appetizers & snacks, American Recetas

Homemade Ranch Dressing and Dip

This delicious dressing and dip (e.g. crudités, chicken wings) takes some prep time, but is so much better than bottled dressing, which has, to me,…

Sweet Pickles In 15 Minutes. Just In Time For The 4th!

It's been busy here in Sonoma getting ready for our annual 4th of July barbecue. In planning our menu this…

Braunschweiger Dip

Braunschweiger turned into a creamy dip

Skinny, Mini Reuben Appetizers

Here’s a classic deli sandwich turned into a bite-sized appetizer. I love serving these whenever I’m having company over or even as a fun lunch.…

Chipotle Mayonnaise #1

I like to change up my chipotle mayonnaise once and awhile. Serve this spread with chicken, turkey, pork or egg salad sandwiches.

Shrimp Mousse

A recipe that's been in my family for 30 years. Changed many times until it has reached what we believe to be perfection ;)

The Best Refrigerator Pickles

This is my mothers refrigerator pickle recipe. This was handed down from generation to generation in our house.

Apple Pie Larabar Remake

Here's a homemade version of my favorite Larabar - the Apple Pie Larabar.

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…

Mom’s Deviled Ham Spread / Sandwich Filling

No one will complain about the leftovers from the holiday ham when it shows up next day as a dip or spread for…

7 Layer Taco Dip

Perfect for any party! The multiple servings is excellent for several people or prep the items and store separately to whip up a bigger protion for…

Salsa Taquera

This fresh, somewhat hot salsa is great as a dip for chips, and for eggs and tortilla dishes.

No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Chicken Spaghetti

Fairly easy to prepare, especially using leftover chicken.

Hot Wings

Finding the perfect Hot Wing recipe was no easy feat. I tried numerous recipes with no luck, so I decided to give it a try on my own. The wings…