Tangy Brussels Sprouts and Cheese Dip
This dip has sauteed brussels sprouts, cheese, and a touch of ranch dressing. This is a perfect football party appetizer or after school snack.
Eggplant Caponata Dip
This is a perfect party appetizer. Keep it in the fridge all week as it gets better as it sits.
4th of July Crostini with Blueberry, Thyme, and Brie
This is simple blueberry spread to make. Paired with the creamy brie makes it a truly delicious bite!
4th of July Crostini with Roasted Grapes and Manchego Cheese
The juicy grapes with the manchego are the perfect salty and sweet bite!
Polenta Rounds with Caramelized Onions and Gorgonzola Cheese Appetizer
These easy to make polenta rounds make perfect party appetizers. Easy for entertaining!
Classic Prosciutto and Melon Bruschetta
One of my favorite appetizers growing up was prosciutto and melon. It is simply a piece of cantaloupe wrapped with a piece of prosciutto, which a salty Italian ham.
Chewy Tropical Granola Bars with barkTHINS Coconut Almond Topping
I have been wanting to try making my own granola for a long time. Again, it was one of those things that I felt intimidated by for some reason.
Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Parfaits with BarkTHINS
I used the dark chocolate pretzel barkTHINS in this parfait recipe. After dinner I am always craving something sweet and this is a great alternative to the whole carton of ice cream!
Coconut Oatmeal Cookies with Golden Raisins, Flax, and Chia Seeds
In honor of National Nutrition month (March) I created a healthier version of a cookie with T-Fal and Carrington Farms.
Chicken and Caper Fried Meatballs with Artichoke Sauce
These meatballs are great appetizers for cocktail party as they are a side dish or lunch. Also, they are good on their own and not fried if you want a healthier spin.
Mini Banana Orange Bundt Cakes
One rainy morning I was inspired by two over ripe bananas awaiting their fate. As they sat there looking sad and brown I saw the possibilities.
Kale and Mushroom Pockets
These Kale and Mushroom pockets are a lot like empanada’s. Anytime you can stuff pockets of dough with anything I think it is a winner.
Pretzel Crusted Pierogies with Honey Dijon Dipping Sauce
Pierogies are perfect comfort food and are about to have their time to shine. People have been experimenting with different fillings, and they are starting to pop on many restaurant menus.
Caramel Apple Jack Treats
this weekend we gave in and decided to combine the idea of a rice krispie treat and a caramel apple. Thus the Apple Jack marshmallow treat covered in caramel was born with a couple of special helpers.
Parmesan Roasted Tomatoes
Tomatoes are one of my favorite things to eat and the season for them is just too short! I was inspired by a dish my friend made and was also looking for a way to spice a BLT sandwich.
Crispy Fluffernutter Truffles
While making the traditional candy Easter eggs Brian became inspired. I have to give him credit for this recipe.
Avocado Toast with a Special Guest
One of the new emerging trends seems to be toast. Not just the slice of bread, but what you put on it. The January issue of Bon Appetit devoted a whole article to all the innovative ways you can top your toast.