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5-Ingredient Chipotle Chicken Taquitos

Crispy, crunchy, and oh-so-incredibly easy, these chipotle pepper flavored chicken taquito roll-ups call for just 5 ingredients and can be baked or fried for a super fast appetizer, dinner or snack. When I was a teenager in high school, my friends and I would sprint from 4th ... continue reading... about 5-Ingredient Chipotle Chicken Taquitos

Game Day Sheet Pan Nachos Two Ways

Game day snacking won't leave you feeling guilty thanks to these two recipe ideas for sheet pan nachos that'll make you the winner at the end of the day. This post is in partnership with Bolthouse Farms My dad was always the nacho maker in our family and when my mom would throw ... continue reading... about Game Day Sheet Pan Nachos Two Ways

Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Bread

Garlicky chunks of bread are mixed with cream cheese, spinach, and artichoke hearts, then stuffed back into the shell and baked for a show-stopping appetizer everyone will want seconds of! This post is in partnership with Arla USA Like so many of my favorite recipes, I keep the ... continue reading... about Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Bread

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms With Hollandaise

These baby portobello mushrooms stuffed with cream cheese and Italian sausage and drizzled with a rich and creamy hollandaise are the perfect appetizer for your next party. When my friends at Arla asked me to come up with a holiday recipe featuring their cream cheese, I knew in ... continue reading... about Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms With Hollandaise

Pesto and Garlic Shrimp Bruschetta Recipe

Garlicky poached shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, capers and feta cheese top a simple bruschetta with balsamic glaze to make this easy but elegant appetizer recipe. This post is in partnership with DeLallo Foods Elegant but easy. Isn't that what entertaining food should be all about? ... continue reading... about Pesto and Garlic Shrimp Bruschetta Recipe

Fried Mac and Cheese Balls Recipe

A crunchy potato chip crust turns macaroni and cheese recipe into a hand held appetizer version of everyone's favorite cheesy comfort food. This post is in partnership with Kettle Brand Potato Chips I know I've said it here on the blog before, but this recipe proves it bears ... continue reading... about Fried Mac and Cheese Balls Recipe

How to Make the Best Steamed Clams

Small, sweet clams are cooked in a butter, garlic, white wine and cream to create the best sauce for sourdough bread dipping. I was a waitress for years. My first waitressing job was when I was 15 years old at my best friend's family restaurant, Sandy's Fine Foods in Ogden, UT. ... continue reading... about How to Make the Best Steamed Clams

Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks

We've upped the ante by swapping traditional chicken wings for skinned chicken drumsticks baked in the oven for a new twist on good old buffalo chicken, perfect for appetizers and Super Bowl parties! There’s a scent of pigskin in the air. No, not cooking. But literally flying ... continue reading... about Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks

Baked Zucchini Parmesan Crisps

Zucchini gets a light and crispy turn coated with Panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and fresh thyme, and then baked in the oven instead of fried. Sometimes my phone's autocorrect totally hits the nail on the head. For example, the other day I heard a quote that totally ... continue reading... about Baked Zucchini Parmesan Crisps

Light and Easy Cheese Ball Recipe

This 5-ingredient cheese ball is lightened up with a combination of Neufchâtel light cream cheese and Greek yogurt cream cheese for nearly guilt free snacking, and it's guaranteed to be a major crowd-pleaser at any shindig! The day has come and gone and perhaps your resolve to ... continue reading... about Light and Easy Cheese Ball Recipe

Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

There are many a day when I comb through the pantry looking for a snack to cure my craving. A handful of potato chips dunked into cottage cheese was my go-to after school treat as a kid that I can't seem to shake. And yes! Those Hot Tamales will keep me busy all afternoon as I ... continue reading... about Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Bacon Wrapped Grilled Peaches with Balsamic Glaze

The first bite of recipe creating inspiration for me often starts with—you got it—the first bite.Case in point, my dinner last Friday night. Even though it was Labor Day weekend, the mountains delivered a chilly preview of what's soon to be in store. I love fall. I can't ... continue reading... about Bacon Wrapped Grilled Peaches with Balsamic Glaze

Chipotle Honey Baked Chicken Wings

Maybe it’s because I live a relatively drama-free life that I’m so obscenely attracted to spicy food.I’m just not one to drum up a whole lot of drama. I don’t create illnesses to obsess over. I don’t overthink the obvious. I pretty much just let things go. Just get over ... continue reading... about Chipotle Honey Baked Chicken Wings

French Onion Cheese Bread

Onions. You either love ‘em or leave ‘em. I’ve always been a fan of melty, gooey cheese with a side of soup so of course my French Onion Soup recipe is my downright, most craveable shhhlurp.So when I was assigned with coming up with a craveable appetizer recipe, I set my ... continue reading... about French Onion Cheese Bread

Smoked Salmon Spread

Celebrations call for bites of all sizes, big, small and every other. Luckily, my Smoked Salmon Spread fits the bill no matter how big you’re craving is or the size of your eagerly awaiting mouth.There’s a beautiful reason to add to today’s celebration, because the lovely ... continue reading... about Smoked Salmon Spread

Crab Cake Poppers

These past few weeks I’ve spent an absurd amount of time with some amazing food bloggers. Absurd to me only because I’m not sure I could have ever imagined the reality of my journey from an office stiff to a travel-when-the-opportunity-strikes online content creator.While the ... continue reading... about Crab Cake Poppers

Baked Brie Graham Cracker Crostini with Lavender Honey Plus Friday Faves

While some wax on about why you should never again bring Brie to a party, I say, that’s cool, go ahead and don’t do that. All the more for me to bring.We all know brie is a favorite classic small bite at parties and gatherings. We know this thanks to observing the multiple ... continue reading... about Baked Brie Graham Cracker Crostini with Lavender Honey Plus Friday Faves

Smoked Mozzarella Pizza Bread and Friday Faves

There may be a war breaking out around here soon. I’m not talking about a world war, just a war at my house. It doesn’t center around who’s done or didn’t do the dishes or who wouldn’t just get out of the car to ask for directions or even who took the last piece of my Smoked ... continue reading... about Smoked Mozzarella Pizza Bread and Friday Faves

Burrata and Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad

My mantra? The simpler the recipe, the more imperative the need for extraordinary ingredients. Case in point: my Burrata and Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad.Okay, Okay. I'm pretty sure I know what you're thinking.Yes, I have gone a bit bonkers on the tomato recipes of ... continue reading... about Burrata and Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad

Heirloom Tomato Caprese Frico Cups

Simple, summery and a great little appetizer with a salty parmesan bowl of its own, these Heirloom Tomato Caprese Frico Cups make singing the swan song to summer a little easier. With the long days turning shorter and my summer escapes coming to a quick end, I’ve been weaning my ... continue reading... about Heirloom Tomato Caprese Frico Cups

Thai Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps

With the release of her latest cookbook, Steamy Kitchen's Healthy Asian Favorites, Jaden Hair once again shows us why she's one of the top dogs in the world of food blogging with her recipe for Thai Lettuce Wraps. Food blog author Jaden Hair of Steamy Kitchen is like Wonder ... continue reading... about Thai Chicken Larb Lettuce Wraps

Grilled Artichokes with Garlic Butter and Friday Faves

This weekend is a biggie for one 8-year-old about to be 9-year-old in our house. Birthday time! If you’ve followed be for very long, you know my daughter Smudge prefers pie over cake any day, which means I’ll be making and adorning her favorite Yellow Cake Pie with candles for ... continue reading... about Grilled Artichokes with Garlic Butter and Friday Faves

Roasted Garlic and Pickled Jalapeño Guacamole

How many times have you heard it? You know the phrase, the not-so-very-much-original one we all say because it's just so perfectly descriptive.You know it. Come on, say it with me. Think it. Live it: "Hoooooooly Guacamole."Okay it's a little trite, but so true. Guacamole ... continue reading... about Roasted Garlic and Pickled Jalapeño Guacamole

Roasted Artichokes with Chorizo Dressing and an Artichoke Recipe Round-Up

I look forward to this time of year, all year long. That may not make sense when you read it but try saying it out loud. Loud and proud. There you go. See, it works.With the neighbors firing up their lawn mowers for the first spring shave (as we currently sit in the midst ... continue reading... about Roasted Artichokes with Chorizo Dressing and an Artichoke Recipe Round-Up

Quinoa and Avocado Chimichurri Salad for Food Bloggers Against Hunger

One out of every two children is on some sort of food assistance today. Families are living on a daily food budget of three dollars a day for an entire family. I’ll spend twice that on an afternoon doughnut treat for my daughter and her friends. Or for a morning coffee and copy ... continue reading... about Quinoa and Avocado Chimichurri Salad for Food Bloggers Against Hunger

Mini Blue Cheese Balls and Friday Faves

So, say someone was going to an Easter brunch and needed a little something to contribute to the feast of the bunnies. Something a little savory, easy to whip up because that egg hunt takes some time to finish and a dish that lets guests sneak a few bites popped right into their ... continue reading... about Mini Blue Cheese Balls and Friday Faves

Hot Crab Dip

This hot crab dip requires less than 10 minutes of hands-on prep and is a crowd pleaser every time. It's simple, but oh so good!Hot Crab Dip Appetizer Yes sir! It is FRRRRIIIDAY! And that means my work is just about to begin.This weekend will be jam packed: A photo ... continue reading... about Hot Crab Dip

Sweet and Spicy Popcorn Recipe

Before making the change to a low-sodium diet, Jess Goldman Foung, the author of the popular blog Sodium Girl, was like a lot of Americans who ate fried chicken and macaroni and cheese, not nearly enough servings of vegetables and rarely strayed from her comfort zone of basic ... continue reading... about Sweet and Spicy Popcorn Recipe

Game Day Chicken Nachos with Avocado

Back in high school I considered myself a pretty good cook. Or at least better than most of my friends who subsisted on string cheese and instant cup o’ noodles. I’ve never been one who was too lazy to cook when I’m hungry and if the pangs struck I would come up with some pretty ... continue reading... about Game Day Chicken Nachos with Avocado

Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche Stuffed Avocados

The most tasteful things in life are usually the simplest. And this dish is a shining example.After weeks of nipping at our ankles like border collies herding sheep, Christmas Eve is here and New Years Eve will be scurrying right up behind it. I for one am ready to welcome in ... continue reading... about Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche Stuffed Avocados

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