Two of my favorite fresh summer dips: guacamole and hummus! I came across a recipe for this dip last evening, and changed it up to suit my own tastes – and voila! A yummy summertime dip perfect for entertaining, or for just sitting around and sharing with the family as we did this morning. Fresh [...]
Need a fresh recipe for a delicious summer salsa? How about this quick and easy recipe full of fresh ingredients? Picante is usually used to describe a chunkier salsa, but depending on how chunky you like yours, you can chop the veggies either large or small. Pineapple Picante Salsa 4-5 ripe tomatoes, chopped fine (or [...]
My first ever experience (experiment?) with making my own rice paper wraps was tonight’s dinner, and WOW was I impressed with the ease of these delicious wraps. I had tried these many times before at a local Thai place, and I guessed what might be in them and replicated it at home. I think mine [...]
Have you ever played with your food? I have! In fact, it’s what I do best. I love trying new ideas, and making new and interesting things in my kitchen. Recently, I thought I’d try making flavoured cream cheese, so I took 1 package of Cream Cheese (250g) and added in about 1 1/2 TSBP [...]
It’s not all that often that I post appetizer recipes, so today I thought I would post this crowd-pleasing cheese ball recipe. It’s YUMMY – and it freezes very well. If you prefer, make it into two smaller balls, and freeze one for later. Pineapple Cheese Ball 2-8 ounch packages cream cheese 8 1/2 ounces [...]
Among the 60+ cookbooks in the rapidly growing collection on my kitchen shelves, I have many of the Company’s Coming series by Jean Pare. Her books offer straight-forward recipes, perfect for both entertaining and for family. Recently, I picked up a copy of “Meals in Minutes.” Now *this* is my kind of book! There is [...]
Baba Ghanouj is a popular Middle-Eastern dip made of roasted eggplant and spices. It is best served with pita wedges, or on vegetarian wraps in place of a meat. Simple Low-Fat Baba Ghanouj Recipe 1 eggplant 3 TBSP chopped cilantro 3 TBSP non-fat plain yogurt 2 TBSP fresh lemon juice 2 cloves garlic 1 tsp [...]
There is a recipe in “The Cat Can Cook Book” for Stuffed Mushroom Caps, that features crab, but I wanted to post a similar recipe with a different spin. These mushroom caps are just as simple, yet different enough to become a whole new dish! Stuffed Mushroom Caps 12 Large Button Mushrooms, stems removed, and [...]
Since I am making these tomorrow for a Christmas Party I am hosting, I thought I would share them here as well! Super easy, super quick, super GOOD!!! Quick Hot Crab Dip Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine 1 pkg (250 g) Cream Cheese, softened, 1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss Cheese or Mozzarella Cheese, 1/3 cup Mayonnaise [...]
Yolanda’s Antipasto This is a wonderful, traditional and easy recipe for making your own Antipasto. This family favorite recipe comes from my Aunt Yolanda, and has been a wonderful addition to many family dinners. 6 Medium Size Green Peppers (chopped fine) 1/4 Cup Olive Oil 1 Can Mushroom Pieces 1 Small Can Pimento 20 Green [...]
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