Tag: appetizer
Marinated Olives and Tomatoes and a Charcuterie Board for a Curmudgeon
Welcome to the November round of Food ‘n Flix, A Man Called Ove. I created a charcuterie board to celebrate this film with marinated tomatoes, olives, and homemade cheese crackers.
Olive Tapenade and Crostini
Today is a TLC Book Tour stop. What does a typical Midwestern family look like? It might be the Baumgartners. Here’s a review of Evergreen Tidings from the Baumgartners by Gretchen Anthony along with a truly delicious tapenade recipe.
Olive and White Bean Hummus
Today I am continuing a hastily put together series of Super Bowl worthy bites. Try this “hummus.”
Spicy Onion Dip
Planning your Super Bowl party? It will be a cold day in Minneapolis so let’s heat things up with a spicy onion dip.
Spicy White Bean Dip with Chili Oil and Beer-Pickled Jalapenos
I love this stuff. And, I’ve been promising you this recipe since I posted beer-pickled jalapenos. Almost three weeks later I finally present Spicy White Bean Dip with Chili Oil and Beer-Pickled Jalapenos. That’s a mouthful. I was inspired to make this recipe after noshing on an appetizer at Oak & Ore (OKC). Spicy White Bean…
Grilled Herbed Olives
Throw some olives on your grill before you cook your main entree. Makes for a quick and easy and delicious appetizer.
Restaurant Style Salsa
Today, I recreate a favorite restaurant’s salsa. This recipe makes a huge batch so be prepared to invite over lots of friends to your next fiesta!
Bacon Wrapped Potatoes with Sriracha Sauce for C.L.U.E.
A great appetizer, a spicy dipping sauce, and even a bonus martini….all for this month’s C.L.U.E.
Green Chili Hummus
After visiting New Mexico, I am so tempted to put green chilis in anything and everything. Case in point—this hummus. Green Chili Hummus adapted from Dorie Greenspan 1 can (15.5 oz.) chickpeas 2 large garlic cloves, chopped 1/3 c. tahini 2 T. fresh lemon juice (or to taste) 1 can (4.5 oz.) chopped green chilis…
Mushroom Pâté
I posted this recipe recently as a topping for a pizza. As the holidays approach, it is worthy of another mention. This might not be the most beautiful appetizer ever created, but if you like mushrooms, you will be all over this. Mushroom Pâté recipe from Eating Well (Sept/Oct 2015) 3 T. extra virgin olive oil, divided…