Cuisine: appetizers
Cream Cheese and Olive Dip
My brother-in-law, Todd, made this Cream Cheese and Olive Dip. I am not a fan of olives, but if you are, you will love this dip. I really wish I liked olives!
By - Prep: 5 mins
Lemon Tabasco Aioli
I went to happy hour at McCormick & Schmick’s, which is a seafood restaurant. I ordered the Crispy Shrimp Croutons with Lemon Tabasco Aioli. It was particularly delicious. Aioli is a Provençal traditional sauce made of garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and usually egg yolks. It's basically garlicy mayo. There are many variations. It is usually served at room temperature. The name aioli comes from Provençal alh 'garlic' and òli 'oil'.
- Prep: 1 hrs 5 mins
- Yields: Makes 1 1/3 Cups
Eggplant Pizzas
My husband and I had this at a local French restaurant. What a fantastic appetizer! I could have eaten several plates of it. I took this dreadful picture at the restaurant. The chef came out of the kitchen and was watching me. I told him I was in love with his wonderful eggplant pizza. This recipe is loosely based Julie Child’s version.
- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 3 - 4 Servings or 6 - 8 appetizer portions
Black Eyed Pea Dip
You've got to try this great and easy Black Eyed Pea Dip. Perfect for any party.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 12 Servings
Sriracha Honey Roasted Cashews
I used black sesame seeds for these spicy Sriracha Honey Roasted Cashews. This great to serve with drinks.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
Zucchini Patties
These zucchini patties are really latkes. There was a restaurant in Pasadena called Hamburger Hamlet. One of their most popular appetizers was called Zucchini Zircles, fried with Italian herbed breadcrumbs served with tangy apricot sauce, chipotle salsa and ranch dressing. The Apricot dipping sauce, is divine.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Artichoke & Spinach Swirls
I always have a box of puff pastry dough in my freezer. It makes creating party-worthy appetizers quick and easy. These Artichoke & Spinach Swirls are super easy to make using frozen puff pastry. You can make 2 rolls and keep them in the freezer to pull out and slice off for an effortless hors d'oeuvre for holiday entertaining.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
- Yields: Makes 40 Swirls
Gin Flambéed Olives
Proceed with caution!
I would suggest making these Gin Flambéed Olives outside! These are very good, if you like olives, though I would urge you to invite a firefighter to your party!
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Parmesan & Gruyère Roasted Cauliflower
This Parmesan & Gruyère Roasted Cauliflower recipe is a great snack or side dish. Cauliflower is low in fat, low in carbohydrates but high in dietary fiber, folate, water, and vitamin C, possessing a high nutritional density. A high intake of cauliflower has been associated with reduced risk of aggressive prostate cancer.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 35 mins
Fig & Blue Cheese Savories
These Fig & Blue Cheese Savories are delicious with a glass of red wine. The sweet fig jam pairs perfectly with the pungent blue cheese.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: Makes about 36 hors d’oeuvres
