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Baked cheesy ham sliders
Melty Ham & Swiss Sliders AppetizersDinnerLunchSandwichesSuperbowl
January 27, 2024

Melty Ham & Swiss Sliders

This little Melty Ham & Swiss Sliders recipe takes the ham sandwich to the next level.  The sweetness of the Hawaiian roll combined with the savory flavors of the Swiss cheese, ham, and buttery seasoning mixture make this a crowd pleaser for any party.  The butter seasoning element of these crisps up the edges of the rolls and makes them even more delicious. Do you ever feel like when you…
queso dip prepared in a bowl, garnished with 3 tortilla chips
Texas Style Queso Dip AppetizersCinco de MayoDipsHappy HourSuperbowl
January 26, 2024

Texas Style Queso Dip

This hearty Texas-style queso dip is easy and delicious; it is perfect for football-watching parties!  This dip is made with real cheese!  However, we grew up on the Velveeta cheese and Rotel version of queso, which was a highlight to many gatherings over the years.  Since then, we have adapted this recipe a bit using a variety of real cheeses (not Velveeta) and adding ground beef, onions, and spices.  There…
Melted Brie with Toasted Almonds and dried cranberries
Melted Brie with Toasted Almonds & Cranberries AppetizersChristmasHappy HourNew Years EveThanksgiving
December 11, 2023

Melted Brie with Toasted Almonds & Cranberries

  This melted Brie with toasted almonds & cranberries is a favorite holiday appetizer and has been for many years.   It is full of flavor, and actually super simple to make.   Ingredients for the Melted Brie with Toasted Almonds & Cranberries To make this appetizer, gather the following items:  1 small wheel of Brie (usually 8 oz), slivered almonds, dried cranberries, and a small amount of honey.  When serving,…
Captain Ric's shrimp appetizer prepared in a bowl
Captain Ric’s Marinated Party Shrimp Appetizer AppetizersHappy HourSeafoodThanksgiving
December 4, 2023

Captain Ric’s Marinated Party Shrimp Appetizer

This is a fresh, flavorful marinated shrimp appetizer fit for most any occasion or season.  We love making this for a happy hour with friends or as an appetizer before a celebration dinner. The Marinated Party Shrimp Appetizer Ingredients First, you will need 2 1/2 lbs of cooked, peeled and deveined shrimp.  For the mustard vinaigrette, you will need fresh parsley, diced shallots, tarragon vinegar, white wine vinegar, olive oil,…
Guacamole ingredients: 3 avocados, pico de gallo in a bowl, 2 limes, cilantro, and salt & pepper grinders
Fresh and Easy Guacamole AppetizersCinco de MayoDipsSuperbowl
October 3, 2023

Fresh and Easy Guacamole

What has fresh ingredients, is easy to make and a is definite crowd pleaser?  This fresh and easy guacamole!  We affectionately refer to this recipe as "guacamole by feel" in our family.  Although we will provide you measurements here, we never use those when making it ourselves. Whoever is making it, usually my husband or son, adds ingredients gradually and asks for taste testers along the way.  It took some…
seasoned and cooked pita chips laid out on a white plate
Seasoned Pita Chips AppetizersDipsHappy Hour
August 9, 2023

Seasoned Pita Chips

These seasoned pita chips are quick and easy way to make flavorful, crunchy chips, suited for dipping or crumbling for a crouton alternative on salads. Our inspiration for these chips is the Mediterranean Feta Dip recipe, so be sure to check it out!  In addition, these chips are excellent for dipping into your favorite hummus.     Pita Chip Ingredients You will need large pita rounds from the bakery section…
Mediterranean Feta Dip with Seasoned Pita Chips AppetizersDips
July 31, 2023

Mediterranean Feta Dip with Seasoned Pita Chips

This is an excellent summer appetizer with Mediterranean flare. With only a few ingredients, this  dip has big flavor which will not disappoint! The Ingredients All you will need for this dip is crumbled feta, fresh garlic, basil, lemon, julienned sun-dried tomatoes, ground pepper, and olive oil.  When shopping for your sun-dried tomatoes, you will want to look for the jarred version, that is in oil.  Buying the julienned version…
3 asparagus wrapped with prosciutto on a white plate.
Prosciutto Cheese Wrapped Asparagus AppetizersHappy HourNew Years EveVeggie Sides
June 22, 2023

Prosciutto Cheese Wrapped Asparagus

Light and Savory Appetizer We love this prosciutto and cheese-wrapped asparagus appetizer for happy hour with friends and family. It is delicious yet easy to make, not to mention has great visual appeal. The savory, rich flavor of the cheese and prosciutto is balanced by the lightness and crunch of the fresh asparagus. This appetizer is easily on our top 10 favorite appetizer list. Ingredients for the Prosciutto Cheese-Wrapped Asparagus…
Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip baked with a crispy browned top served with a bowl of fritos
Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip 4th of JulyAppetizersCinco de MayoDipsHappy HourRecipesSuperbowlVegetarian
April 20, 2023

Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip

This Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip is the ultimate savory party dip.  We love making this any chance our families get together (although truth be told, the adults indulge more than the kids).  It is also a perfect dip to bring to a barbecue with friends, and it is one of our favorites. The Dip Ingredients For this delicious roasted corn dip, you will need some canned items, including 2, 11…
Bacon Cream Cheese Mushrooms
Bacon & Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms AppetizersHappy HourNew Years EveRecipesRecipes by CourseRecipes by Meal Type
April 13, 2023

Bacon & Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

It's no exaggeration to state that these bacon and cream cheese stuffed mushrooms can quickly become a family tradition in your home too.  Since Beth introduced this appetizer into my life, good friends and family have repeatedly requested this savory delight. These stuffed mushrooms will go quickly at any gathering. Bacon and Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushroom Ingredients As in the title, you'll need the main attraction ingredients, bacon and cream…