Tag: appetizer
A Spinach Dip to celebrate Boustany by Sami Tamimi
I’m still reviewing books that made “best of“ cookbook lists in 2025. Today I’m reviewing Boustany: A celebration of vegetables from my Palestine by Sami Tamimi. About the book: A homage to Palestinian food and culture, Boustany, is the first solo cookbook from Sami, a champion of Palestinian food and culture. Boustany translates from Arabic…
Charcuterie Salsa
The original recipe (once more from Martha Stewart Living November 2021 edition) is entitled Sweet-and-Tangy Relish. I honestly didn’t find anything sweet tasting about it (but we did love it). So, I decided to change up the name and add some cheese to the mix. Charcuterie Salsa Based on a recipe from “All the Graze.”…
Pan-Roasted Marinated Mushrooms
A great make-ahead appetizer (thanks to Martha Stewart). This recipe comes from the last Thanksgiving edition of her magazine.
Thanksgiving Appetizers (or the Relish Tray)
For the next three posts, I’m highlighting some “relish tray” appetizers from MSL November 2021.
Roasted Pumpkin-Rosemary Dip
This is my first post for my Almost Vintage Holiday recipes theme. I’m looking through my old Martha Stewart Living and Gourmet magazines from November and December to populate these posts. I’m going to focus more on appetizers and entrees (not full blown holiday meals) with perhaps a few desserts thrown in. We will see.…
Spicy-Cheesy Black-Eyed Pea Dip
I have been posting black-eyed pea dips and appetizers on New Year’s for quite a few years. Some of these are creamy and served hot and some are cold or at room temperature. Honestly, I was never a black-eyed pea fan growing up, but I am now. I love creating these new recipes that…
Love & Saffron by Kim Fay and One-Bean Salad
Love & Saffron is the August/September selection for Cook the Books. Read on about this charming novel about friendship, letters and food.
Roasted Tomato and Basil White Bean Dip
This is a super easy recipe and one that can help you use up your extra tomatoes and herbs.
Pizza Dip for Super Bowl LVII
Pizza dip is delicious and flexible. Add in you favorite pizza toppings. We used red onion, dried tomatoes, olives, and pepperoni. I think any combo of toppings would work. I’m also including a recipe for grilled pitas which make great dippers.
Happy 2023 and another way to eat your Black-Eyed Peas
Here’s one more way to spice up a New Year’s tradition! Happy 2023!!!!