Cuisine: Hors d'oeuvres

Japanese Deviled Eggs

I created these Japanese Deviled Eggs yesterday for a dinner party we went to. The eggs are marinated in soy sauce, mirin, garlic, and ginger. I love experimenting with new versions of a classic dish.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 25 mins
  • Yields: Makes 12 eggs

Fried Squash Blossoms Stuffed with Mozzarella & Basil

My daughter Grace made these Fried Squash Blossoms Stuffed with Mozzarella & Basil. They are the epitome of summer! Served with warm marinara sauce for dipping. YUM!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: 2 Servings

Butternut Squash Tart with Fried Sage

My very talented daughter Zoe made this Butternut Squash Tart with Fried Sage. It's drizzled with honey that has been infused with red Thai chile. It's sweet and spicy which become a match made in heaven. It's topped with crispy fried sage leaves straight from her herb garden.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 25 mins
  • Cook: 45 mins

Elba’s Deep Fried Dill Pickles

My Aunt Elba is famous in the family for making deep fried dill pickles. I was secretly hoping that she would make them while I was visiting. They are seriously good and extremely addictive. Her fried pickles are the best ones I have ever had.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms

"Squash blossoms" generally refers to zucchini blossoms, though almost every member of the squash genus produces edible flowers. They are very delicate and highly perishable, and because of that are rarely stocked in supermarkets. You can find them at farmers markets when in season. These Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms is the most popular way to make them. They are stuffed with ricotta and battered and fried to crispy perfection.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
  • Yields: Makes about 16

Avocado Deviled Eggs

These Avocado Deviled Eggs are my absolute favorite deviled eggs. Adding avocado, lemon juice, and sour cream, make them super tangy and delicious.The creaminess and healthy fat from the avocado add extra richness.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Yields: 12 Servings

Sticky Bacon and Sage Wrapped Cocktail Sausages

I always have cocktail sausages in the fridge. You never know when you're going to have a party! These Sticky Bacon and Sage Wrapped Cocktail Sausages are really good and don't last long. 

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • Yields: Makes 30

Avocado Toast

Avocado Toast seems to have come from Queensland, Australia in the mid-1970s. In 1962, a New York Times article showcased an "unusual" way to serve avocado as the filling of a toasted sandwich. If you love avocados, this is one of the best ways to eat them.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Nigella’s Cocktail Sausages

Nigella's Cocktail Sausages have sesame oil, honey, and soy sauce which give them a sweet-savory stickiness that makes this hors d'oeuvres not last long. It's a very easy appetizer or snack to make for any party.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
  • Yields: 8 - 10 Servings

Cheddar Cheese Coins

These Cheddar Cheese Coins are really addictive and great to serve with drinks. They are made in a food processor and rolled into logs, which can be stored in the fridge or freezer to slice a bake later.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins